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[zkmusa]

@zkmusa @ummgood :
I just called RBFCU to request an approval letter so I can use that to get Lightstream to match the rate.
But what RBFCU sent me just has the loan amount and date requested, no term or rate. After speaking to them again, they said they don't have anything they can send me that would have that information, they can just tell me verbally.

So, what did you have to send Lightstream to show them the rate and term that you were approved for @RBFCU?

I do have an email stating the rate and term, but that has the following in bold (am afraid Lightstream will use this language to deny the match?):

Thank you for your loan request. Your application has been approved for $xx,000.00 with an Annual Percentage Rate of 1.95% for 66 months with the following stipulations:

- You must become a member of Randolph Brooks by opening an account online or at any of our branches before finalizing your loan. Please note that accounts opened online will take at least 2 business days from the opening date to be processed by our New Accounts Department before any lending products may be established.

Hi KGTES,

This is the exact approval email I used to ask Lightstream for the match. I printed out the email to PDF and sent it as an attachment to Lightstream's initial approval email. They approved the rate match within 5 minutes. I think Lightstream is aware that all credit unions require you to be a member to do business with the credit union, so this is not an issue for the match.

 

[KGTES]

Hi KGTES,

This is the exact approval email I used to ask Lightstream for the match. They approved the rate match within 5 minutes. I think Lightstream is aware that all credit unions require you to be a member to do business with the credit union, so this is not an issue for the match.

Wow, thanks for the electric fast response!

 

[zkmusa]

Wow, thanks for the electric fast response!

No problem. Let me know if you have any other questions. A few days ago, I executed the loan, so now the cash from the loan is sitting in my account waiting for Tesla to take it!

 

[ummgood]

@zkmusa @ummgood :
I just called RBFCU to request an approval letter so I can use that to get Lightstream to match the rate.
But what RBFCU sent me just has the loan amount and date requested, no term or rate. After speaking to them again, they said they don't have anything they can send me that would have that information, they can just tell me verbally.

So, what did you have to send Lightstream to show them the rate and term that you were approved for @RBFCU?

I do have an email stating the rate and term, but that has the following in bold (am afraid Lightstream will use this language to deny the match?):

Thank you for your loan request. Your application has been approved for $xx,000.00 with an Annual Percentage Rate of 1.95% for 66 months with the following stipulations:

- You must become a member of Randolph Brooks by opening an account online or at any of our branches before finalizing your loan. Please note that accounts opened online will take at least 2 business days from the opening date to be processed by our New Accounts Department before any lending products may be established.

That's good to know. So technically it would be possible to apply and get approved without joining and then using that email to get lightstream to lend the money.

 

[Cnasty]

Good to see so many utilizing RBFCU after the initial wave of us as they have very competitive rates and their customer service was off the charts.

We should be getting some kind of Tesla kickback.

I make my first payment to them next week, not looking forward to that part though.

 

[geoffreak]

I got my 14-50 installed today. I used The Electric Man to get it installed. The electrician was done within an hour of arrival and actually charged me less than I was quoted, but I'm not complaining. So I'm ready to charge! (but I've got nothing to charge yet)

I also reached out to the tinting company used by @Cnasty and @Boourns and got a quote. Since we're not sharing exact amounts here I'll refrain from doing so, but it was definitely reasonable given the complexity of the back windshield and not overly much more than tinting of a standard car. I was told it would take about 5 hours to install, so I wouldn't have to be without my fresh Model 3 for very long when the time comes.

Now I just need to wait for my VIN and delivery date to appear. I seem to have chosen the configuration that is the most behind on orders, so I can only hope they're attempting to catch up on that backlog. I've got my end of May deadline after all. I'm thinking I might need to reach out to Tesla somehow and request prioritization with delivery if I don't get a VIN and delivery date by the end of April. I hope it won't be an issue, but I won't be able to take any delivery for over 2 weeks if they can't get it in before the end of May.

 

[KGTES]

No problem. Let me know if you have any other questions. A few days ago, I executed the loan, so now the cash from the loan is sitting in my account waiting for Tesla to take it!

Nice, enjoy the inflated balance for now ;-)

I will just wait a couple of weeks and then talk to Lightstream, while (im)patiently awaiting my configure email...:-(

 

[KGTES]

That's good to know. So technically it would be possible to apply and get approved without joining and then using that email to get lightstream to lend the money.

ya, i technically opened the savings account after I got the loan approved.

 

[KGTES]

I got my 14-50 installed today. I used The Electric Man to get it installed. The electrician was done within an hour of arrival and actually charged me less than I was quoted, but I'm not complaining. So I'm ready to charge! (but I've got nothing to charge yet)

I also reached out to the tinting company used by @Cnasty and @Boourns and got a quote. Since we're not sharing exact amounts here I'll refrain from doing so, but it was definitely reasonable given the complexity of the back windshield and not overly much more than tinting of a standard car. I was told it would take about 5 hours to install, so I wouldn't have to be without my fresh Model 3 for very long when the time comes.

Now I just need to wait for my VIN and delivery date to appear. I seem to have chosen the configuration that is the most behind on orders, so I can only hope they're attempting to catch up on that backlog. I've got my end of May deadline after all. I'm thinking I might need to reach out to Tesla somehow and request prioritization with delivery if I don't get a VIN and delivery date by the end of April. I hope it won't be an issue, but I won't be able to take any delivery for over 2 weeks if they can't get it in before the end of May.

Which tinting company was that? and is it ok to PM me the quote?

 

[Cnasty]

I also reached out to the tinting company used by @Cnasty and @Boourns and got a quote. Since we're not sharing exact amounts here I'll refrain from doing so, but it was definitely reasonable given the complexity of the back windshield and not overly much more than tinting of a standard car. I was told it would take about 5 hours to install, so I wouldn't have to be without my fresh Model 3 for very long when the time comes.

I talked to him last night and I believe he said he has done 4 Model 3s so far so he is definitely getting his practice in. It isnt the easiest tint job from my small understanding of the tinting world but mine looks flawless and I have gotten so many compliments on the car let alone the combo with the tint.

I am a big proponent of customer service and his is top notch and he has done all of my Teslas and other vehicles.

Glad he is working out for the group. He did mention to be patient with him as he is a perfectionist and the Model 3 has surely tested his patience in completing a job

 

[Twiglett]

No problem. Let me know if you have any other questions. A few days ago, I executed the loan, so now the cash from the loan is sitting in my account waiting for Tesla to take it!

this may be a silly question, how did you do the loan without a VIN etc?

 

[bollar]

Not going to mention price. Yes dual 750’s front and rear. Contact earmark on pricing.

Where did they wind up putting the rear camera? Did they find an always on 12V, or did they have to go through the firewall to the battery?

Pictures would be nice.

 

[nwfan]

Where did they wind up putting the rear camera? Did they find a always on 12V, or did they have to go through the firewall to the battery?

Pictures would be nice.

Placed a female adapter to the rear 12v power source located in center console. Rear camera placed where I wanted it. Photo included, Front camera photo also included. Earmark once again did a great job running cables to the rear camera and to the 12v power source.

Rear dashcam 3 Front dashcam 3


Now my question? When's Southlake Supercharger commissioning?. Went by on Saturday morning, no meter. Did Oncor finish running power under N. Carrol Ave to the transformer?

 

[bollar]

Placed a female adapter to the rear 12v power source located in center console. Rear camera placed where I wanted it. Photo included, Front camera photo also included. Earmark once again did a great job running cables to the rear camera and to the 12v power source.

Rear dashcam 3 Front dashcam 3
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Now my question? When's Southlake Supercharger commissioning?. Went by on Saturday morning, no meter. Did Oncor finish running power under N. Carrol Ave to the transformer?

Thanks! In another thread, the installer reported the interior 12V shut down after a few minutes. If Earmark has an found an always on, that's excellent!

Oncor's contractors are working today... #212

 

[KGTES]

I talked to him last night and I believe he said he has done 4 Model 3s so far so he is definitely getting his practice in. It isnt the easiest tint job from my small understanding of the tinting world but mine looks flawless and I have gotten so many compliments on the car let alone the combo with the tint.

I am a big proponent of customer service and his is top notch and he has done all of my Teslas and other vehicles.

Glad he is working out for the group. He did mention to be patient with him as he is a perfectionist and the Model 3 has surely tested his patience in completing a job

@Cnasty Would you PM me or reply with this tinting contact? TIA...

 

[geoffreak]

Is it cool to post a link in this thread to the tinting company's website, or is that against the forum rules?

 

[GoneCrazy]

Did they find an always on 12V, or did they have to go through the firewall to the battery?

Pictures would be nice.

Pretty sure the best answer to this without forcing errors from the vehicle is to use the magic power box and connect that to a power source (cig lighter or the 12v battery directly).

 

[geoffreak]

I'm seeing reports of a new invite batch involving some line standers. Anyone here get an invite this round?

I can't tell if people are just now finding out about the Friday batch or if this is a new one.

 

[ummgood]

this may be a silly question, how did you do the loan without a VIN etc?

Not sure if this is answered but Lightstream's loan isn't a guaranteed loan. It means they don't put a lien on your car so they don't need the VIN.

 

[LonestarV]

I'm seeing reports of a new invite batch involving some line standers. Anyone here get an invite this round?

I can't tell if people are just now finding out about the Friday batch or if this is a new one.

Indeed, there are 4 reported in the spreadsheet. Are you seeing these reports outside TMC?