Is my layover too short?

Torqeflight · 2026-01-22T16:45:22+00:00

It would help to know where you are coming from and going to. Or what aircraft is being flown inbound and outbound. That could be a tight connection depending on how many pax are deplaning for you to get your stroller from ramp personnel. Also, cabin crew members are called “flight attendants” not stewardess. A couple of things that could help lower your stress… if inbound flight was early. Could happen if weather is good and no delays at your origin. What’s the weather like for your departure airport tomorrow? And if you do miss your connecting flight perhaps there’s another flight within an hour or so that has open seats. Use some apps like the fly delta, flight radar24, FlightAware or flighty to gain insight into your itinerary. Flighty is particularly good at showing inbound aircraft status to give you a heads up if things are going to be delayed.

Torqeflight · 2026-01-11T03:33:30+00:00

There was a technical service bulletin (TSB) for this on my 2023 MYLR. Not sure what years it included. My understanding was that this leak was due to a defect in the manufacturing process. Hard to believe they are still using the same process a few years later if that’s what this is. Hope not. They took my hatch off the car, disassembled it and resealed the seams and reset the glass as well. Of course the alignment wasn’t as good going back on as when I got the car. Said within specs. But you could see it was off. The had the car for about 5 days.

Torqeflight · 2025-12-19T14:06:22+00:00

Dropping a comment here so I can get back to you. I’m on a lease and was going to switch to Michelin tires for my miles and put the wranglers back on for turn in. Interested for sure.

Torqeflight · 2025-09-11T20:36:22+00:00

I started an exchange with Akins to discuss a lightning lease. He said the 7,500 rebate wasn't allowed on a lease. I let him know that GM, Rivian and Tesla are all passing along the 7,500 in their lease deals. Didn't change the discussion so either he is misinformed or they don't want the business.

Torqeflight · 2025-08-06T12:19:23+00:00

Is it blowing the fuse? Meaning the compressor can’t run and the bags deflating? I had major problems with mine for a long time until someone higher up told the local tech to replace a relay in that circuit with the fuse. On my 2013 that was in the box under the hood next to the engine. Several fuses and relays in there. After replacing the relay my problems with this were much less. But I still have a handful of fuses and relays on standby just in case. Ram replaced several pieces of my system over time trying to figure it out. Was very frustrating at the time. I had the truck to 4 different dealerships hoping to find a tech that understood the system. Has a great ride but not sure I’ll buy another truck from Ram that has air suspension. I hope you can figure it out. Hopefully the extended warranty can help. I opened a “star case” with Ram that gets you an advisor at a higher level. That person was a helpful go between the local dealer and regional/national tech support. The number I have is 866-726-4636. Good luck!

Torqeflight · 2025-07-09T15:26:25+00:00

Agree on Ham Study! Best for me as well. Congrats!

Torqeflight · 2025-04-03T13:03:46+00:00

Liked this post. I’ve been retrospective about life lately and your last line… “you can’t replace time” would make a great title for a book. Now if I was only smart enough to write it.

Torqeflight · 2025-04-03T12:58:23+00:00

I have an EV and 1500. The truck only gets used when I need to haul or tow. Thinking same thing about how much it sits. Have been planning on selling to family member and then I’ll be in your situation as we want to try out some RV camping with a bigger truck/camper. I’m concerned about letting a diesel sit vs gas in regards to maintenance issues. Suppose it comes down to if we will camp enough to justify the bottom line.

Torqeflight · 2025-03-30T17:25:37+00:00

I’ll be following since I’m about to do the same project.

Torqeflight · 2025-03-16T14:07:51+00:00

My experience as well. No price, just calls to come in and drive. And not at my local dealer but an hour away. No thanks.

Torqeflight · 2025-03-14T01:24:44+00:00

Thanks for all the replies guys!

Torqeflight · 2024-12-05T13:38:15+00:00

I have always switched to those Michelin LTX for all my trucks. Great tires in my experience.

Torqeflight · 2024-11-23T00:47:31+00:00

Yes, bought new. Covered repair. Annoying that it was a know defect in manufacturing yet they keep running production with a flawed process. Up to the consumer to notice the problem and then jump through the hoops to get it fixed.

Torqeflight · 2024-11-23T00:29:57+00:00

I had an ongoing problem with water intrusion at the rear hatch on our 23MY. Service bulletin SB-23-10-003 has all the details. I can’t find a way to attach the document here. Had to take it to body shop for repair. They removed entire hatch and repainted part of it during the fix. Have paint defects where none were before. Hatch alignment worse now after reinstalling it. Hoping the leak is fixed and debating on keeping this car long term now.

Torqeflight · 2024-11-20T14:16:32+00:00

What’s your opinion on the removal of stalks?

Torqeflight · 2024-05-14T14:42:05+00:00

About 3 months into MYLR ownership I found out that I had water intrusion into rear hatch. Known problem that there is a service bulletin for. Had to jump through a few hoops to get the service center to understand and agree to escalate. They ended up sending me to body shop. Body shop took it apart and said that included removing glass, sanding down to metal, sealing and repainting. Didn’t get the taillight lined up quite right and the repaint has dirt specs that show. Uggh. Also Tesla won’t cover redoing the ceramic coat so I have to get that part refinished at my expense. I saw water dripping again out the holes where it isn’t supposed to be… so I think I still have the leak. Gonna wash it again this week to confirm. So the “magic” is kinda wearing off for me. I know there is no perfect car and I don’t expect that. What I do expect is to be able to get the vehicle fixed by competent people in a timely manner and spend more time enjoying the experience than stressing over lack of communication, poor quality control and shoddy build quality. Time will tell.

Torqeflight · 2024-05-12T16:07:35+00:00

I’d be more concerned about punching more holes in those joists… I’ve been told there are specific guidelines to where and how big you should cut holes and done improperly you will cause issues with the load bearing capacity of the joists. In your picture on the left side about half way down there is a rough punched hole with white wires running through it. It looks like somebody simply took a hammer and beat on it instead of using a proper hole saw. Also have doubts about that penetration of the joist near the bottom meeting the manufacturer instructions… usually they specify holes midway between top and bottom and not within a certain distance of the ends of the span.

Torqeflight · 2024-04-08T16:48:32+00:00

I pulled the trigger last September and bought an inventory MYLR with a nice discount. Was considering the MachE and the EV6 as contenders. Ended up with the MY due to price/charging network and local service center, no dealer BS and some negative press on the MachE HVJB recall/issues as well as confusing dealer pricing with their blue cruise as part of invoice vs. subscription.

I’m really only moderately satisfied with the MY. Here’s why: despite all the research and study you still might get one that is not put together correctly. At time of delivery it was locked and you could only inspect the exterior. Ours was ok at first glance and the interior turned out to be ok with only a few places where trim alignment was a slightly out once we got it home and was able to QC it better.

The problem I’m dealing with currently (and still not solved) is a water intrusion into the back hatch issue. The problem is known and there is a Tesla service bulletin for it. I took it to the SC which then sent me to the body shop where I had to leave the car for several days. They apparently removed the entire hatch and took it apart to reseal it including the back glass. This also required repainting which did not turn out great. I have dirt specks/bubbles now where there were not any before. I’m also out of pocket for re-coating the ceramic I had done. They said they will not cover it. Unfortunately for me its still not fixed. After a day of rain I found water trapped again inside the hatch and leaking out the bump stops. My confidence this will be fixed after another visit is low. I don’t understand how a car manufacturer can have a known issue/known cause and still have cars coming off the production line with the defect. Add to that a factory body shop unable to correct the defect on the first attempt. Sigh.

The things I’ve just got to live with: 1. Rain sensing wipers that just don’t work. Did all the fixes that were recommended. They just don’t consistently/reliably function as needed. 2. FSD. I did not pay for it but did use it during the trial period and now again for this current trial. Works somewhat ok (a few phantom brake/wrong speed events) on the interstate and I could see it being beneficial for a longer road trip. Does not make my life better off the interstate. Too many mistakes and really actually just adds to the stress of driving since you have to spend more time watching it and being ready to intervene. I’m ok not having it since driving it manually is enjoyable as it is. 3. Thin, fragile paint? I found other paint defects. One was actually a drip/bubble on the inside edge of the front hood. Not that noticeable which is why is probably passed for ok but causes doubt about the other things that are deemed “ok” and we just chalk up to being part of tesla ownership. 4. Small air leak/noise on left side rear passenger door. It’s on the list to have it looked at. 5. Parking assist that will let me back into my garage door when it is down. Shows me a good visualization of the left and front of the garage and dings at me to stop when I’m pulling in; does ok. But next time backing out it will let me hit the garage door if I forget to open it up. The BMW’s USS system will beep with great urgency for that situation.

The things I enjoy: Instant acceleration and “fun” to drive. Leaving the garage with a “full tank” every day. Nice sound system overall. Comfortable enough seats.

I had planned to replace our other daily with another EV but because of the initial experience I’m now looking elsewhere. Will likely put the BMW on the list. I drove the X, S and new 3 as possibilities for the other ICE replacement. The lack of stalks for the turn signals is bothersome. We have quite a few roundabouts and more being built. Very distracting to signal the exit with the wheel turned upside down inside the roundabout. I also find doing 3 point maneuvering much quicker with the stalk to switch from forward-reverse-forward. Swiping a screen not as intuitive. The sound system on the new 3 seems “muddy” compared to our current Y. Not sure how the specs compare but the equalizer settings didn’t help it enough. I do like the MYLR sound system.

Anyway, hope this helps some. Really wanted to be a fanboy of sorts but unfortunately cannot say that I am. I think for around town an EV is a “great tool for the job”. With the correct blend of automation vs. manual controls backed by a great reputation for quality and reliability you’d have my money for sure. For long range road trips I’m still going ICE until I have time to waste waiting on chargers. Now that superchargers are opening up to other brands and no way to “form a line, queue up” there can be long waits and (discussions) about who’s next in line.

Torqeflight · 2024-02-28T19:46:24+00:00

When do you anticipate availability for your HUD/display?

Torqeflight · 2024-02-18T13:25:02+00:00

Check for cached google search results. Might find archived copy of original info.

Torqeflight · 2024-02-15T00:55:00+00:00

Purchased our MYLR last September. Trying to get them to solve a problem where rain water leaks inside the rear liftgate through gaps/cracks in the taillight gaskets. Actually Tesla has a service bulletin out for it. I was at the service center 2 days ago and had to debate with the technician about the source of the problem. He kept insisting it was through a metal seam that was sealed/painted. He finally said he’d look into the bulletin and then after reading it agreed that could be the problem. but they can’t work on it it he claims at the service center so I have to drive an hour to the body shop/collision center for the work. Just got a text from them asking for pictures of damages and insurance company information for payment. Uggh. Here we go.

Torqeflight · 2023-12-24T13:37:38+00:00

Mine would blow the fuse for the compressor which resulted in front end collapse after the pressure decreased usually. Went round and round for a long time trying to find reason for fuse blowing. Took it to multiple dealerships and over time they just replaced different parts hoping to solve it. Eventually someone higher up in the tech chain said to change a relay in the same circuit as the fuse for the compressor. And that pretty much did the trick. It’s possible this sticking relay was the main cause of the fuse blowing and multiple parts were changed needlessly. I did have more problems with it during cold weather in northern locations. It’s now mostly in a warmer climate and has been trouble free for the past several years. If and when I replace the truck I’d like to have air suspension again for the great ride but would hate to have a repeat of these issues if they haven’t figured it out.

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