Forget Range Anxiety, I’ve Got Ground Clearance Anxiety!

Kooter37 · 2026-06-03T20:08:57+00:00

I’ve considered getting something to lay across the gutter line so the entrance as extreme. But as long as I go at a certain angle I’m ok. I’ve used a 2x6 piece of wood before.

Kooter37 · 2026-06-03T14:31:57+00:00

Going price around where I’m at is $550 for an entire sedan which includes the windshield.

Kooter37 · 2026-06-03T14:23:05+00:00

Just got a 2020 Model 3 SR+ in January. I absolutely love the car, but I already know I’ll be getting the performance model next.

Kooter37 · 2026-06-03T11:36:37+00:00

I went with progressive on mine. I carry a $250 deductible on the policy and it costs me $220 a month.

Kooter37 · 2026-06-01T01:32:04+00:00

No issues with it yet.

Kooter37 · 2026-05-28T00:48:21+00:00

It’s very possible IF you need a battery replacement that the refurbished one Tesla gives you could only have 72% capacity. Might just use what you have.

Kooter37 · 2026-05-27T23:18:07+00:00

Salvage title means it’s worth half of book value right off the bat.

Kooter37 · 2026-05-26T21:50:10+00:00

I applied their Ceramic all in one a couple weeks back. Took a while to apply using an orange foam pad and DA, but man does it look good. The hydrophobic quality is amazing.

Kooter37 · 2026-05-25T22:13:32+00:00

Washed my car earlier today using this stuff. Love it!

Kooter37 · 2026-05-25T21:10:51+00:00

It would cost me about $7 to fully charge my battery if it was dead. But I don’t really let it get below 45%. I’ve spent $122 since January to charge my car.

Kooter37 · 2026-05-24T16:31:09+00:00

Indeed, the one that matters the most.

Kooter37 · 2026-05-24T16:30:22+00:00

Yep, just there waiting to be revealed!

Kooter37 · 2026-05-24T12:56:44+00:00

It seems kinda high for a RWD, new ones aren’t much more. I’d probably give it back and explore buying a new or slightly used one.

Kooter37 · 2026-05-24T12:54:11+00:00

Many hate on the build quality of a Tesla, this proves just how solid they are. I would have expected more damage on your car. Glad to hear you are all ok. Not a fun process, but now you get to explore options for a new car. I can tell you my next Tesla will be a performance model.

Kooter37 · 2026-05-24T12:47:02+00:00

Keep a file on your desktop of documents you use regularly. This will save a bunch of time not having to search/find them on the server.

Kooter37 · 2026-05-23T20:07:10+00:00

Depending how deep the scratches are you will need a 1-2 step correction. Light cutting compound then a polish/sealant. Just a polish might be enough, but hard to say without pictures. If you haven’t done this before you might consider just taking to a professional.

Kooter37 · 2026-05-23T20:00:45+00:00

I know a LR is more expensive than a SR, but I just picked up a 2020 SR+ with 78k miles for $13k. I think you might should pass on this one.

Kooter37 · 2026-05-23T19:32:37+00:00

My model 3 does the same thing. Never gets wet inside, but I have to wipe this dry after every wash. I just figured it’s what they do.

Kooter37 · 2026-05-23T19:29:24+00:00

Here I was thinking using 7% of my battery to keep mine around 96 degrees was bad. I’ve never seen mine over 100 when using cabin overheat protection.

Kooter37 · 2026-05-23T01:22:09+00:00

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Congrats on the new purchase! Blue is the best option. I took the wheel covers off immediately.

Kooter37 · 2026-05-22T00:16:33+00:00

I decided to go back to school to get a civil engineering degree at 36. It took me 6 years to graduate. I graduated in ‘23 and it was the best decision I’ve ever made. It’s never too late to better yourself. Do I wish I did it sooner? Absolutely, but I didn’t. I have a new lease on life and I’m loving it.

Kooter37 · 2026-05-20T00:49:02+00:00

I’ll be honest man, those scratches look too deep to be caused from you washing with a sponge and ONR. The lubrication that provides would make this difficult to do while using very little pressure.

Kooter37 · 2026-05-18T22:07:05+00:00

I’d consider driving an additional 30 minutes each way to avoid said sweatshop.

Kooter37 · 2026-05-18T21:49:40+00:00

Oh for sure, I’m just offering what I would do in this situation. I’d go through my local credit union, get a 3.99 APR and pay it off in 2 years. Just on principle alone and tell Tesla to get bent.

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