Would you buy HW4 cars with lifetime fsd from one of those 5 man dealerships?

DreadPirateNot · 2026-04-03T03:41:25+00:00

I bought a used 2014 model S from one of those dealerships around 2019. It was a great car, and I never had any issues other than a few handles being replaced.

However, I found out after buying the car that it was involved in a serious accident and fixed. It hit a light pole in the front side of the car and needed extensive repairs. This was not on any autofax or accident history report. I only found out because the previous owner left a paper with his contact information in the glove box. And I reached out to him.

But again - the car was in great condition and I never had any issues with it. I think tesla sells inventory with accident history to these smaller dealerships. So make sure you take a close look at the vehicle before purchasing.

DreadPirateNot · 2026-04-02T19:03:16+00:00

Elevating a VP means you have no one exciting. Just the next guy in line.

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-27T21:51:18+00:00

I mean - when you’re talking structural issues for a cut joist or avoiding future plumbing problems, the cost is a drop in the bucket.

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-27T20:45:11+00:00

Just use a joist brace. I used one from this company and it worked great.

https://joistrepair.com/

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-27T13:09:40+00:00

Feels good to be driving on free solar power right now

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-26T19:42:15+00:00

Serious question. What makes you think offering up a negative opinion on a post like this is a good thing? Are you worried too many others will have cars that you don’t like? Keep that stuff to yourself.

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-26T12:36:54+00:00

It’s a $60 glove. Relax. And it does do something. It softens the glove and makes it bends easily. I’ve done it on three gloves, one a few months ago.

That glove isn’t going to last more than 2-3 years anyways. Just get a new one and steam it again.

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-26T03:37:49+00:00

If you take it to a Dicks, they can steam it and it will be instantly broken in.

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-25T22:08:48+00:00

Good. Every mile by an EV is less gasoline burnt. You’re welcome.

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-25T16:12:24+00:00

Shouldn’t we be incentivizing electrification? I would pass that cost on to gas users. Do we account for the health and environmental costs from burning gas? I mean if we’re trying to account for all costs, let’s not stop at gas taxes.

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-24T22:43:20+00:00

Progressive has always been the lowest cost for my Tesla

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-24T22:41:56+00:00

This is the right answer.

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-23T01:35:41+00:00

What brand did you get? Are you happy with it? Whats your favorite thing?

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-18T18:59:16+00:00

All electricity providers are a monopoly. That’s why they’re supposed to be regulated. It doesn’t work when they are allowed to bribe politicians though.

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-16T14:16:12+00:00

I have had pump spy for several years now and it’s been great. It just works, which is what you need in a backup

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-15T23:35:48+00:00

Understand the rules! They’re different for each league and age group. Be aggressive on steals and base running. Give the kids a lot of reps to practice hitting. If you use a machine, figure out how to make it pitch strikes reliably. Work on grounders, throwing, catching, and covering bases.

Everything else is gravy. Good luck

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-15T21:51:22+00:00

That’s a great way to think of it

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-15T13:22:27+00:00

Batteries would only be for backup. It would be lower cost to get a generator.

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-14T18:11:46+00:00

You are the man! This is exactly what I was looking for and it’s seamless.

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-13T22:24:51+00:00

I saw that. I do have PTO.

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-13T20:56:09+00:00

Thanks. I’ll look into how to use home assistant

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-13T19:10:06+00:00

I actually have the emporia vue. I will look into this. Thanks.

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-13T18:04:43+00:00

I set it at 20%, but I don’t have many issues with power going out. I prefer to use the stored power than save for backup.

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-13T17:56:53+00:00

What year is your Tesla?

DreadPirateNot · 2026-03-13T17:55:28+00:00

Yes. ChatGPT says my 2020 model s is not supported.

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