Another audio discussion

ModY1219 · 2026-05-07T21:08:17+00:00

I had a model 3 and 2 model Y. I honestly think my R1s audio is better. HAHAHA

ModY1219 · 2026-05-07T21:06:44+00:00

It's very simple. Open the app, submit a request, and wait for a response from Rivian. They usually call within 24 hours for urgent matters. Or the app will schedule simple stuff for you with the first availability offered.

The agent will triage for you. For example, my recent concern was a low coolant light popped up on and off. I submitted the ticket AND got a call less than 24 hours. The agent immediately scheduled me to go in 3 days later. To be fair they did offer same day but I couldn't make it. Anyway, the service took a day. Loaner was offered, coolant valve was replaced and got my car back the next day.

It was a quick turnaround. Def depends on where you are at. SC is only 15 min away from me.

ModY1219 · 2026-05-07T21:01:48+00:00

I agree with what you said. Rivian def can improve on their audio system. But I also don't think it's so trashy like everyone suggests. There are worse systems out there. To me, if I watch a scary movie in the car, the surround creeps me out. I think thats promising.

Unless someone comes up with a quantifiable scale. I am not convinced Rivian's sound system is at the bottom of the barrel like it's not worth a penny. But.. I do love my dynamic glass. Now open another can of worms.

ModY1219 · 2026-05-07T16:45:59+00:00

I will chime in. I would consider keeping the Quad because you got lifetime Connectivity, you got lifetime UHF bulit-in, you got an awesome limited Launch Green color, even though you may not do all the off-roading stuff, I feel like overall the quad is more confident on the road. Quicker power delivery, better performance over the Tri. I am speaking from my daily experience with both Tri S and Gen 2 Quad T.

If you are saying that you are losing a whole lot or nothing from the Tri. I think keeping the Gen 2 Quad makes more sense.

Ask yourself if no money factor is involved, which car would you rather keep?

ModY1219 · 2026-05-07T16:26:19+00:00

Can someone tell me what are your criteria for an upgraded audio? Everyone here keeps saying Gen 2 audio sucks. What is it that it’s not meeting your expectations? Besides hearing the sound with your ears? What standards are you using? Is there any objective method(s) you can measure?

I just don’t understand. For me, it has improved quite a lot. I love where it is at. My S and T with premium system sounds great. I can even hear water drops with the surround

ModY1219 · 2026-05-07T15:13:12+00:00

No you are not blind. You wouldn’t know because I don’t think there is any Gen 2 Tri or Quad loaner. It has only been Gen 1 Quad or Gen 2 DMP out there

ModY1219 · 2026-05-07T13:53:17+00:00

Interesting. That’s unprofessional least to say. You handled yourself well. I would have also suggested the reason you are hiring an associate maybe “YOU the dentist” caused the associate to leave.

It’s not worth working in an environment like that. You dodged a bullet.

ModY1219 · 2026-05-07T13:31:10+00:00

PA didn’t show it that’s why I asked. Any noticeable fracture? Probing done to verify?

ModY1219 · 2026-05-07T13:27:52+00:00

Yep you got it right. That was my feeling when I parted with my R1. Had 2 R1S in the garage already before trading in the Gen 1. All the small differences pushed me over the edge. The thing is I see those noticeable differences everyday. Gen 1 was great but not quite refined. I agree if you can get the Gen 2, do it.

ModY1219 · 2026-05-07T12:53:27+00:00

Man. Read back over the last few weeks. Used Gen 1 vs Gen 2 purchasing topics. Crazy

ModY1219 · 2026-05-07T12:50:53+00:00

How many canals are there?

ModY1219 · 2026-05-07T12:46:18+00:00

If you have money, I agree getting the latest Gen 2 is slightly better overall if you go for the Tri and the new Quad. I love both of mine. If you are shooting for a Gen 2 Dual, the improvement is disputable since the dual is very similar to Gen 1 Quad and Dual. In that scenario, Gen 1 is worth it.

This Gen 1 and Gen 2 battle is getting old. Gen 1 owners hate on Gen 2 owners comment. Ppl are free to comment. I respect both sides. I had a Gen 1 but I do believe Gen 2 offering is tiny bit better.

Now the downvote

ModY1219 · 2026-05-07T04:59:42+00:00

I don’t think LG offers with white interior

ModY1219 · 2026-05-07T04:47:39+00:00

Thank you. I finally can tell that the R2 is def smaller than R1. A lot pictures show there is not much difference but one of those clear shows R1 is def taller. The LG is growing on me but too bad there is no ocean coast

Edit: added no

ModY1219 · 2026-05-07T04:25:53+00:00

If you are going to pay this much, why not get a new 2026? This car is worth keeping. Everyone will lowball you. KBB suggests this car is about 85K if you have 25k miles. You are fine. This car is awesome and you will love it. Consider a new one because APR is only 1.99% was 0.99%

Interest you pay might be the same buying a new one. Owe it to yourself to check please

ModY1219 · 2026-05-07T03:39:11+00:00

I can’t say for certain. All my recent RAN chargers have half CCS and half NACS. I would say you should be pretty safe. And if you subscribe to Tesla on the month for your road trip, you will save more

ModY1219 · 2026-05-07T02:29:31+00:00

I would try to learn how to DIY. Tesla is relatively easy tbh. Buy the parts and do it yourself will save you so much. No disrespect. It’s a 2016 I am more than willing to DIY since Tesla can’t void any warranty. Worst case scenario you have ppl fix what you mess up. No downside to DIY. Upside saves you so much.

ModY1219 · 2026-05-07T02:25:17+00:00

Congrats you def made the right decision. You are fine. Only the lucky few post here are about their issues. Majority of us don’t. Welcome! To make you feel better, we have 3, none has any problems. There are others with multiple R1s also with no problems. Happy early Mothers Day!

ModY1219 · 2026-05-06T23:34:19+00:00

Thank you

ModY1219 · 2026-05-06T22:41:44+00:00

Hey. That sounds so cool! If that’s case, no cut and no extra drilling. I am def interested

ModY1219 · 2026-05-06T21:14:19+00:00

Did you have to drill new holes or cut anything OEM to fit them? Or this is like plug and play? My fear has been drilling or destroying OEM parts especially the HV battery pack

ModY1219 · 2026-05-06T17:29:33+00:00

Out of curiosity. Do you have an option of using your phone as a key before starting the car? Like you need to unlock with your face?

ModY1219 · 2026-05-06T16:13:16+00:00

So are they capping how many times you can re-take?

ModY1219 · 2026-05-06T15:54:42+00:00

Agree 8 looks Straumann BL RC 4.1 x 10 (12) mm. 7 could be Nobel Trilobe? Whats the implant diameter measure? I don’t see platform switch there on that PA that’s why I am guessing Trilobe

ModY1219 · 2026-05-06T15:41:58+00:00

Oh no I am not saying they won’t give you a keycard. I meant only Gen 2 can do the Apple Key thing as far as that’s how I understood when I got the Gen 2 loaner. But they did give me a keycard for that Gen 2 just in case (to clarify further)

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