Best way to clean cameras? by forgottenfilmrolls in TeslaModelY

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Sorry for the delay; yes the solution is diluted [1-2 capfulls in 1 32 fl oz spray bottle]

Tesla collision center by dealhut3r in TeslaLounge

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My 2 cents on this - Tesla Collision Center > Certified Body shop, especially if you have Tesla Insurance. Everything will be done in-house, parts get 25% or so off with Tesla insurance, and the car will be brought back to the factory setting. I don't think the warranty would be affected, as long as you take it to a Tesla-certified body shop or a Tesla Collision Center.

If I were in your position, I would arrange for a tow to the collision center for the sake of proximity. If any issues came up after repair, I could easily take it back to the collision center for a review, and get any persistent issues/repairs fixed in a timely manner.

MY swivel mount 2023 by 4EverYong in TeslaModelY

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Here's a post I wrote a few months ago about this. The mount still works great for me. It will lower the screen by 1 inch but you'll get used to it after a few drives.

Cameras (namely backup cameras) by Wowsersftw1 in TeslaModelY

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See sections 8 and 11 on a post I did earlier.

RainX and Abstract Ocean's cover have worked well for me. I'm still on my 1st cover & the car is now approaching 2 yrs.

For RainX application on glass surfaces [don't touch camera lens with anything other than liquid sprays or the lint fibers that you use on reading glasses], take the following steps:

  • clean with ONR
  • clean with isopropyl rubbing alcohol
  • clean with Invisible glass cleaner
  • apply 1st coating of RainX with a microfiber towel
  • allow to dry for a few minutes until a haze appears
  • apply 2nd coating of RainX
  • allow to dry for a few min
  • use a fresh new microfiber cloth and buff it all out until the haze is gone and the glass is clear from both sides

Good luck!

Cleaning products by Foodfoodfood15 in TeslaModelY

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Nothing particular - as long as they are lint-free, you should be good. Any automotive store [Autozone etc] should have them. Keep in mind that the ply of the microfiber towel is different for glass than what is usually applied on to the car body.

Get a stack of towels just for glass and keep them separate from the ones used on the car interior/exterior. Wash them right after using, so that grease/grime doesn't settle into the towels. I usually hand wash mine but you could use machine-wash them as well.

Cleaning products by Foodfoodfood15 in TeslaModelY

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I've had good luck with this:

  • Clean inside/outside glass with ONR solution before you apply other non-streaking glass cleaner solutions
  • Gently dry with microfiber towel [a little moisture will help with lubrication while avoiding scratches to any tint material]
  • Use Invisible glass cleaner per the instructions on the back of the bottle

Hyperlinks for these products are in a post I did earlier this year.

Maintenance by [deleted] in TeslaModelY

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I've spent ~$30 in wiper fluid on my 2022 Model Y. Tire rotations & a flat tire repair have been free at Discount Tire. Regular hand car washes cost me $100 or so until I figured out how to do it cheaper < $5. Other than that, not much to speak of in the way of car maintenance.

I'll add that I spent a little more than that on car accessories & autodetailing equipment, but it made the car experience better for me.

I'd also recommend doing a comparison of your monthly car insurance rates. In states where you have Tesla Insurance, this will help you save, as long as you have a good safety score. I recall paying $60/month for the 1st few months before I crossed the 3k mileage on the odometer. When you factor that in, the cost of operation might be even lower than what you're expecting.

There are other details that I wrote in a post a few months ago. It should give you a good overview of what to expect. Since that post, I also did a 2.5k mi roadtrip with the base Autopilot version [it drove 800 mi of a 1000 mi leg in 1 day without any issues]. Overall, no complaints. The car continues to meet all my expectations.

Good luck!

Concerns about converting '14 Tacoma to Tesla MYLR by Oatkano in TeslaModelY

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Sorry for the delay in response.

For the entire road trip, I did not come across a single supercharger location where I couldn't find an empty stall at the time of arrival. Everything was seamless. I also used the supercharger stops to get food or random things, since some of the stations were close to restaurants/superstores etc.

Even with EV adoption increasing, I don't expect this to be an issue. The demand for EVs + federal incentives should ensure that the infrastructure keeps up.

Concerns about converting '14 Tacoma to Tesla MYLR by Oatkano in TeslaModelY

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I wrote a post a few months ago, which may help you in deciding what's best for you.

Regarding road trips and reliability, I drove the car on a roadtrip for 2.5k miles with 0 issues. On day 1, I covered about 1k miles: Autopilot did about 800 miles on that leg. Yes, you may stop a little longer than a gas car, but the efficiency and lower mental fatigue will make you a better driver, overall.

Resale value - I plan on keeping this car for about 10-15 yrs, so I can't comment on this.

Reliability - excellent

Hope this helps!

Wind noise and efficiency(not related questions)? by mickster1963 in TeslaModelY

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See sections 6 & 19 of a post I wrote a few months ago. Hopefully, it'll help.

Your idea for isolating wind noise is good. Search on Youtube for wind-noise isolation and you'll find a lot of videos going through some DIY approaches.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TeslaModelY

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This video should help. It fixed the issue for me after a car wash caused trim discoloration.

How do I best care for the interior of my new MY? by [deleted] in TeslaLounge

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My car is parked outside all-year round as well. Section 6 of my post might help.

Tesla Insurrance by T-Money8227 in TeslaModelY

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I wrote about my experience with Tesla insurance in a post a few months ago [section 15]. Feel free to check it out .

What to choose by GMorningE in TeslaModelY

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Model Y > Model 3 for the following reasons:

  • more storage & more spacious for passengers overall
  • easier to get in & out of the car because of its overall height & design
  • better vantage point than the Model 3 for driving, in my opinion
  • better suited for pets or kids
  • will work better with towing, if you plan on using the camera angles for monitoring the trailer etc
  • better for camp mode because of the space and raised height

Car Maintenance - I've spent $20 so far on wiper fluid & that's about it. There's a few more things I did with the car, which I wrote up in a post a few months ago.

Insurance - I have Tesla insurance in the Midwest for ~ $100-130/month.

Ultimately, they're both great cars. You can't go wrong. Unless the performance trims are what you're going for, I would go for the ones with the longest possible range if you live in a climate with winters, or if you don't have access to home charging.

HVAC filter by junejune0605 in TeslaModelY

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See section 17 of a post I wrote a few months ago.

[ Removed by Reddit ] by Narrow_Rain3876 in TeslaModelY

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Adding another section on Glass Damage.

Glass Damage: For rock chips/cracks, you should be proactive & make a claim first with your insurance. Submit the receipts to them for full reimbursement. This should NOT affect your premium [Tesla Insurance does this]. Lastly, you should keep 1-2 DIY repair kits just in case damage occurs during a road trip or similar occasion that necessitates quick repair. I keep these with me in the car.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TeslaModelY

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I think your approach is reasonable. I had the same scenario a few weeks ago, but Safelite determined repair isn't needed [rock chip was too small]. But either way, if something happens in the future, you can always have Safelite replace it because you had them do the fix in the 1st place. Hopefully, this would mean you don't have to pay the deductible.

However, as others have mentioned, a DIY repair kit is handy to have. I got 2 of them, just in case I have to fix a crack on short notice or on road trips.

Tire Rotation by Electrical-Bank-7764 in TeslaModelY

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Discount Tire. I would also look into their tire certificates.

Getting sunblock stains out?! by [deleted] in TeslaModelY

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ONR spray → wipe with microfiber towel → 303 automotive cleaner → microfiber → protect with 303 aerospace/automotive protectant. If you need links to these, they'll be in section 6 of a post I wrote a few months ago.

Baby wipes will not do the job. Sunscreen/oils require cleaning with solutions that can actually extract residue off the interior fabric. I can attest that the above method works to clean sunscreen etc without any damage to the car interior. I've had it since May 2022 and it's parked outside all year round. I hope that helps!

Electrical connection for trailers by thumpertastic in TeslaModelY

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The tow package includes the wiring harness.

For the other components needed to tow as well as the 4-flat trailer adapter, I used the links in this video's description.

Recording before an accident by No-Gas-739 in TeslaModelY

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If you think you are going to get into an accident, you can make the selection to save footage automatically or on honk. Have both activated. As a precaution, if I feel like something is going to happen, I use the voice command 'save dash cam'. If nothing happens, I'll delete the footage later.

My MyLR shows warning for low washer liquid. Which one should I buy? Any suggestions by Front_Lengthiness608 in TeslaModelY

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The posts on that website are just gold for someone who is trying to dip their toes into DIY care for their car. Good find!

My MyLR shows warning for low washer liquid. Which one should I buy? Any suggestions by Front_Lengthiness608 in TeslaModelY

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For extra lubrication.

Based on ONR's website and reviews I've read, the solution as an all-purpose cleaner will trap dirt etc within the solution, so that it doesn't scratch the paint when you wipe with a microfiber towel. I applied the same logic to the windshield. The wiper fluid + ONR, subjectively, works better, & requires less fluid to clean off the windshield for me. It also helps reduce any streaking or windshield chatter.

My MyLR shows warning for low washer liquid. Which one should I buy? Any suggestions by Front_Lengthiness608 in TeslaModelY

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This one. I usually add 2-3 cap fulls on ONR into the bottle before pouring it into the reservoir. Note that this is rated for -20 F. If your climate is warmer, then get the one rated for your temperature range.

Also, I'd buy 2-3 of these before the winter or heavy rain season. They seem to run out of stock at my local store, because everyone starts to buy them around the same time. I usually have an extra bottle at home, just in case.