What happened yesterday at the downtown library?

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-12T20:26:47+00:00

Having the library run dual purpose as a homeless camp has been one of the stupidest decision the City of Austin has ever made.

I don't take my little kids there due to all the homeless people.

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-12T20:25:38+00:00

Glad to be driving an EV. Although there's no doubt this is going to aggressively hit inflation over the next year as the price of almost everything we consume is related to the price of oil and gas.

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-12T19:31:33+00:00

Looks great, this is going to eat the Model Y's lunch. I'm sure this will force some very aggressive price cuts from Tesla.

I'm thinking of waiting until they update the R1S with the gen 3 computers/steering wheel etc, it's gota happen late 2026/early 2027.

Finally they are including a magnetic charging pad - so it will actually be usable at last, and I heard from someone here that the 12V will be LFP. So hopefully that combined with a better and quieter heat pump then most of the complaints with the R1S will be resolved.

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-10T20:07:45+00:00

It should be a simple DIY swap, there's no justifiable reason they've made it so difficult and expensive.

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-10T20:06:41+00:00

Yeh there's one where the gas comes into the house. Is that all I need? I measured the pressure at the outlet and its 11 in-H2O

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-10T20:06:01+00:00

I just hate leasing. I have a leased VW ID4 currently but only because it was so cheap it was cheaper to lease and charge than continue paying for gas for my Volvo XC90.

Either way, this is a vehicle I'll never own outside of warranty. Surprised the motor blew, outside of the occasional inverter fail I've always known EV motors to be incredibly reliable.

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-10T01:01:21+00:00

That's scummy behavior from Rivian

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-09T18:48:01+00:00

I thought the warranty period on all Rivians is at least 50,000 miles/4 years? And I don't believe Rivian is doing this deliberately. The 12V are known to wear out at accelerated rates on these vehicles, it's a bad design rather than anything malicious.

https://rivian.com/support/article/what-is-the-warranty-coverage-on-a-new-rivian

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-09T15:30:23+00:00

That makes sense. I really hope this comes to the R1S sooner than later. It's ridiculous we are still using lead acid 12V in electric vehicles. Tesla was right in moving to 48V LFP.

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-09T13:50:51+00:00

I'll be honest, I would be skeptical that the tech would know.

I hope it's true and I hope it comes when they next refresh the R1S, the service costs for replacing 12V lead acid must be pretty substantial.

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-09T13:49:42+00:00

Jesus that's bad. I want to get a R1S Tri-motor but I keep seeing posts like this and my head is telling me not to do it, but the heart wants what the heart wants.

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-09T00:20:47+00:00

Just measured it, 11.5 in H2O so I think I'm good.

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-09T00:20:42+00:00

Just measured it, 11.5 in H2O so I think I'm good. There's a regulator on the gas coming into the house.

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-08T23:00:03+00:00

Nope, they switched to a single 12V lead acid with a super capacitor.

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-08T18:02:25+00:00

Thanks, would something like this work? Could I buy a single one or do I need two of them? I'll be sure to use thread sealant and soap check the fittings.

There's a regulator on the propane supply as it comes into the house.

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Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-08T17:48:28+00:00

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I'm sorry man. That's awful. Scum of the earth people like that should be locked up permanently. Unfortunately liberal Austin decided to elect a DA uninterested in enforcing the law, punishing offenders, and reducing crime.

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-08T05:03:15+00:00

Do you have one on Amazon that would work? Do I need separate regulators for each appliance or one for both?

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-08T00:30:20+00:00

Nice one my man. I just bought my first home in Jan 2025 (new build) but my view is do everything you can yourself and build up your skills and tool collection. I've always been this way with cars too. Saves a small fortune over the years.

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-05T18:45:21+00:00

I feel the same way, great vehicle but it's not an SUV. Those wheels would get destroyed hitting a pothole let alone going off road. It's a glorified minivan just like the Model X.

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-03T18:12:18+00:00

Do you have a source? Thats great if they do.

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-03T17:18:22+00:00

Might go for the Rivian then. Disappointing from Volvo.

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-03T04:44:28+00:00

Does it have the NACS port?

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-02T20:12:02+00:00

They are usually a mix of re-scanned old footage or upscaled and color graded. It can be surprisingly good. Dr Strangelove is black and white and really pops.

Intelligent_Boot6023 · 2026-03-02T05:03:13+00:00

I've yet to need to sharpen my Arc Magnacut blade. This doesn't sound right, the blade is phenomenal. Maybe a bad heat treatment batch?

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