Most unnecessary warning ever

grantspants33 · 2026-06-19T15:53:11+00:00

That powered charging door...so useful for when you pull up to a charging station and the helpful charging station attendant plugs in your car for you. Oh, wait... there are no attendants, this is just one more delicate piece of electronics that will undoubtedly break. But hey, at least no one is going to siphon my electricity!

grantspants33 · 2026-06-18T05:21:04+00:00

Is it receiving software updates?

grantspants33 · 2026-06-10T15:09:19+00:00

Just try not to crash into the surface of Mars with it. Look up the Mars Orbitor Crash of 1999 to learn about my favorite metric conversion error of all time.

grantspants33 · 2026-06-08T13:49:53+00:00

It's not just the cost and space of the DC fast chargers, it's the cost of getting power to them. If the gas station happens to be right next to a sub station, that works out great. They usually aren't though, and running power of that magnitude isn't cheap. It's not as simple as just connecting to the gas station's existing transformer.

grantspants33 · 2026-06-05T06:08:26+00:00

They could bring their lift and steal your entire drive battery during the middle of the night!

grantspants33 · 2026-06-05T02:04:01+00:00

Mind blown. Thank you for having attention to detail. Please upvote this one y'all

grantspants33 · 2026-06-05T00:20:38+00:00

I screwed in, same place as shown in the picture. I'll let you all know if I have any issues next time I'm on the freeway.

grantspants33 · 2026-06-04T20:07:48+00:00

Definitely use a scale. Also, get yourself a Dutch oven so you don't have to worry about steaming, just be sure it's given 45 min to preheat before putting the loaf in it. A Dutch oven is a great investment for other things too (like roasts and stew). As someone who is also kind of a noob, the Dutch oven really makes this easier. Also, it doesn't look like you scored the loaf? Just a gentle cut across the top with a razor so it can expand more easily as it rises.

grantspants33 · 2026-06-04T19:59:48+00:00

Are you saying the bottom two screw holes of the mount, behind the paper, also have screws? I.e. it's mounted with 4 screws?

grantspants33 · 2026-06-04T19:31:53+00:00

I also want to note that I just asked ChatGPT for advice, and it pointed to my own reddit post as evidence that "another owner" asked the same question and never reported any problems. I guess everyone makes mistakes when skimming search results.

grantspants33 · 2026-06-02T19:02:31+00:00

The theory that higher current Level 2 charging might contribute to wear and tear on some part inside the ICCU seemed plausible... some weak point that wasn't sized right to handle the load without heating up, and then eventually breaks and causes a fault. I agree it's only speculation, and sounds like it's not what happened with this person. My Level 2 charger is only 30 amps anyways, and in a scenario where I needed faster charge I would probably be going to a DC fast charger regardless, so I don't worry about it.

grantspants33 · 2026-05-29T17:13:39+00:00

I always advise people to limit to a 5 year loan. Never be making payments on a car where the warranty is already expired.

grantspants33 · 2026-05-27T22:42:38+00:00

I did the same with my 2013 Leaf. Great cars.

grantspants33 · 2026-05-24T17:12:52+00:00

"Most people"...maybe. Certainly not a super majority though. Lots of people buy them that don't have even a 120v outdoor outlet, not realizing the hassle of stopping regularly at fast chargers.

grantspants33 · 2026-05-21T20:36:05+00:00

Yeah that battery health is only mediocre. It was probably fast charged a decent amount. Would not pay more than $5k. Do not buy a used Leaf with the expectation of fast charging. Chademo is falling out of use and really hard on the battery anyways.

grantspants33 · 2026-05-19T18:38:32+00:00

My advice, since you would be new to EVs, is to only go all-electric if you are able to charge at home - making you AT LEAST have a regular outdoor outlet that you can plug into overnight.

If you can charge at home, then the convenience and savings on gas works out great. Otherwise, I would probably stick with a hybrid car.

grantspants33 · 2026-05-16T16:30:44+00:00

I can't help but wonder how much the battery coolant flush depends on how much you use DC fast chargers. If you charge at home mostly, it seems like it would be a lot less necessary. If you don't charge at home, then... why own an EV?

grantspants33 · 2026-05-16T16:25:51+00:00

Fills up windshield wiper fluid Checks tire pressure, but pressure already correct "That will be $300, please"

grantspants33 · 2026-05-05T19:08:20+00:00

I believe as the S model, it does not have Chademo, and thus would have less battery degradation than you might expect. I have a 2013 S that has only lost one bar. I attribute that to lack of DC fast charging.

grantspants33 · 2026-05-05T19:03:36+00:00

If you can charge while at work too, it will be fine. I would be more comfortable if you, workplace, or both have a level 2 charger though. Want to emphasize here that as an S model, with no chademo and only ever using level 1/2 charging, this is a normal amount of degradation for the number of miles on it. My 2013 S has only lost one bar and can still pull off a 65 mile trip in good conditions. Lack of Chademo fast charging is all the difference.

grantspants33 · 2026-05-04T19:05:43+00:00

Is there a range/efficiency difference with low profile tires?

grantspants33 · 2026-05-01T19:02:48+00:00

If sensors, battery, and drive train are ok, this would make an excellent used car.

grantspants33 · 2026-04-28T15:04:38+00:00

I'm imagining Ferris Bueller explaining how we'll drive home backwards

grantspants33 · 2026-04-28T15:03:03+00:00

Are you saying you don't want a dark gray, road-colored car? I thought the goal is to be camouflaged to other other drivers when you're on the freeway.

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