What's the best Model S refresh front fascia option

[Evoforce]

Was just pondering that. Wondering if I should get dummy parking sensors or bumper plugs. Has anyone else crossed this bridge?

I bought sensors out of China very cheep. Color matching! eBay.

 

[jobiggs24]

That was my first thought but worried about shipping from China these days might take 3-4 months with limited flights

 

[Solar40]

Oh wow didn’t know that. Thanks man. Saved me mistake before I even started.

 

[Videofrank]

Do the tow hook threads line up after doing the upgrade to the refresh bumper from the nosecone?

 

[Solar40]

@Videofrank just got back from my kisco getting my parts. Just waiting on clips. Did you get what your looking for?

 

[Videofrank]

@Videofrank just got back from my kisco getting my parts. Just waiting on clips. Did you get what your looking for?

I'm ready to rock. I just need the weather to cooperate!

 

[Solar40]

I’m almost there too. Just gotta get my bumper painted. Ordered my clips and the delivery date is may 11th. Don’t know why so long but I’m getting anxious. Still down to help when you need.

 

[Videofrank]

I’m almost there too. Just gotta get my bumper painted. Ordered my clips and the delivery date is may 11th. Don’t know why so long but I’m getting anxious. Still down to help when you need.

Clips?

 

[Solar40]

Yeah @Wnix05 had them in his description. I guess they might be for the front skid plate. They were only like 15 bucks with tax. It’s a whole set with different sizes, so you’ll have way more than you need. I’m sure for other Projects too.

 

[Videofrank]

Why didn't you just buy all the rivets and bolts from Tesla since you were there?

 

[Solar40]

I just looked at the description on the video. Really should’ve tho!!

 

[jobiggs24]

I just looked at the description on the video. Really should’ve tho!!

Same LOL. My bumper is in for paint tomorrow. Have to wait for sensors to fill the holes though.

What's the deal with the ankle catcher? Purpose? And how much for it? Wondering if I should order.

 

[Solar40]

I noticed @tyler2323 mentioned the ankle catcher for pulling the bumper down or something.but honestly I think the way he was talking about installing without the gap filler and eliminating the gap by using the ankle catcher to pull the bumper down,sliding the hood forward as far as possible and a model x tbadge. So I think it depends on how your installing. I could be wrong but you may not need it if you using the gap filler. I’d ask @tyler2323 if that’s correct

 

[tyler2323]

I noticed @tyler2323 mentioned the ankle catcher for pulling the bumper down or something.but honestly I think the way he was talking about installing without the gap filler and eliminating the gap by using the ankle catcher to pull the bumper down,sliding the hood forward as far as possible and a model x tbadge. So I think it depends on how your installing. I could be wrong but you may not need it if you using the gap filler. I’d ask @tyler2323 if that’s correct

It’s not necessary but it’s cheap if you’re able to buy it directly from Tesla. It can help certain areas be flush like under the headlights. If you can buy it from Tesla I definitely would recommend it. It will make it installing the bumper easier since it will help align everything. If not you may need to use a washer under the bumper to headlight brackets.
You must remove the current ankle catcher regardless if you use the facelift ankle catcher. Otherwise the splash guard will be extremely hard to install correctly.

 

[jelloslug]

I legitimately wonder, what makes these bumpers so expensive? I would do it if it were $1k or less. For that price, I’d rather wrap the car in ceramic coating or do something else.

Low volume.

 

[Solar40]

Ok thanks. Glad we went over this. I think I’ll call the service center to see the price Monday. Do you have a part # on that?

 

[jobiggs24]

Ok thanks. Glad we went over this. I think I’ll call the service center to see the price Monday. Do you have a part # on that?

1056837-00-C

 

[Solar40]

Ok thanks.

 

[tyler2323]

Ok thanks.

It’s really cheap less than $30 if I remember correctly

 

[Solar40]

Nice. Definitely gonna get it.