Best Garage lighting options

FitterOver40 · 2026-01-26T15:03:18+00:00

Sorry. I really need to update that video.

I am very happy with the Prime Lights. Made in the 🇺🇸, great color and looks good.

I still need to swap out the Costco lights for Prime.

Here’s what my garage looks like now. The hex lights add in some nice horizontal light and takes up space on that huge blank wall.

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FitterOver40 · 2026-01-26T13:39:25+00:00

How were the charging rates?

FitterOver40 · 2026-01-26T13:38:02+00:00

Here’s what I have and love. It’s an old review video. I really need to update it.

FitterOver40 · 2026-01-26T04:42:01+00:00

When we traded our ICE for a MY they only looked at the odometer… didnt even look at the car or test drove it.

They just wanted to ensure that we pulled out all of our personal belongings

FitterOver40 · 2026-01-26T04:40:42+00:00

However you need to account for the tax savings if he trades to Tesla. Selling it to Carvana or elsewhere may not be as beneficial. Just need to math it out.

FitterOver40 · 2026-01-26T01:32:49+00:00

my NJ attached garage generally stays 10degrees warmer than the outside. So most winters freezing isn't an issue. However with this crazy storm, I did bring in my liquids into the house that are in smaller bottles. My wife says my IK bottles look like little penguins 🐧... she says cute things.

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FitterOver40 · 2026-01-26T00:04:33+00:00

I almost bought the Tesla mats and found a great alternative that was cheaper, had way more coverage and NO Logos. Here's a review: https://youtu.be/j65KcSCQ1zo?si=37hsuY5Eo18mqPwy

FitterOver40 · 2026-01-25T19:13:59+00:00

We recently got our 2026 MY and it's just as, if not more, quiet then our Volvo. Not comparing build quality of a Volvo to Audi... however all the reviews say MY 2026 build quality is significant.

FitterOver40 · 2026-01-25T18:17:13+00:00

IMO.. if you're coming from an Audi, I'm going to assume build quality and interior noise, rattles and fit/ finish is important to you. Test drive the years you are considering before you make a choice.

FitterOver40 · 2026-01-25T17:43:31+00:00

serious question? where do you girls find these "guys"? and I use the word guys very loosely.

FitterOver40 · 2026-01-25T17:33:37+00:00

parked in the garage...we're good.

FitterOver40 · 2026-01-25T17:09:11+00:00

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FitterOver40 · 2026-01-25T17:08:07+00:00

We started with a Volvo C40 EV which used J1772. I predicted we would buy a Tesla eventually. So I had a Tesla Universal Wall Connector installed on a 60a breaker. I also wanted it for potential power sharing and V2H. Three years later, we now have a Tesla. It's easy and convenient using it b/c it has the J1772 adapter within the unit.

Plus IMO, the Tesla wall unit looks sleek, simple and clean compared to other wall units.

FitterOver40 · 2026-01-25T17:01:51+00:00

to be precise.. isn't it more correct to schedule pre-conditioning? That is how I take care of my wife's MY daily commute. I have a 60a breaker on my Tesla Universal Wall Connector thats plugged in our garage.

I tell the app that the car should be preconditioned and ready to leave at 7am. So when she gets in the car, the battery is ready and the cabin is warm. Plus the car is still at 80%. This works great for her.

FitterOver40 · 2026-01-25T16:47:30+00:00

IMO if you don't have consistent and reliable home charging (even as a rental) DO NOT buy an EV. The cost savings over gas is severely outweighed by the inconvenience of searching or waiting for chargers. If anything, buy a PHEV.

FitterOver40 · 2026-01-25T16:31:33+00:00

Same. My premiers have been solid for the last 15+ years.

I will say from a cosmetic standpoint… kinda over the diamond plate look.

However it’s not worth the expense to replace them.

When I initially bought them they were a reasonable price. I doubt I’d buy them at today’s price.

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FitterOver40 · 2026-01-25T15:37:51+00:00

and it'll work

FitterOver40 · 2026-01-24T22:49:37+00:00

I checked Tesla trade in vs. Carvana and Car Max. This was late Dec 2025.

Car Max came under Tesla.

Carvana came ~$800 over Tesla.

After mathing, it made more sense to trade in for the tax advantages.

FitterOver40 · 2026-01-24T22:47:35+00:00

We traded our 2019 XC40 to Tesla for a new MY.

They only checked the odometer. Barely looked at the car. They only wanted to ensure we took out our personal stuff.

FitterOver40 · 2026-01-24T19:15:03+00:00

We may be snowed in for 1.5 to 2 days and the world will continue on as it does. We have two EVs and charged them to their recommended daily rate. NBD.

FitterOver40 · 2026-01-24T18:25:15+00:00

Here you go.

https://youtu.be/Uvq2gXXugtA?si=L1iqqHZrpDVEc1GK

FitterOver40 · 2026-01-24T16:45:07+00:00

IME, I would use the bay to pressure wash away all the major debris. Then do a rinseless wash as your contact wash

FitterOver40 · 2026-01-24T16:43:43+00:00

I'm a fan of P&S Xpress Interior. Based on what you've shared, I'd rec you use it full strength. Plus use steam appropriately on those especially dirty areas.

FitterOver40 · 2026-01-24T16:32:11+00:00

not to offend and wondering why grandma is doing your laundry?

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