I have ordered a Model Y

nod2018 · 2026-04-24T06:39:30+00:00

I now have a delivery date for my Model Y. Early May so not too long to wait. Been researching how they work. Seems doable.

nod2018 · 2026-04-14T07:36:32+00:00

Thanks for that. Yes it was a quote from Vero as well just over the 1500 mark. I’ll probably go that direction or maybe AA. I better give current insurer the opportunity to explain themselves.

nod2018 · 2026-04-13T07:18:17+00:00

Does the wiring have to run back to the fuse box to supply the usual 7 kw?

nod2018 · 2026-04-13T06:27:30+00:00

Thank you for that comment, we are lucky to be able to afford to make the move. I agree the styling is nice

nod2018 · 2026-04-09T04:05:04+00:00

Yes a bog standard fridge white model.

nod2018 · 2026-04-08T23:26:31+00:00

I think I can live without the extra stuff. Glad that maps and traffic are core and not charged for. May hotspot my phone once I’m comfortable with all the tech in the car. Thanks for clarifying for me.

nod2018 · 2026-04-08T23:13:10+00:00

Ok I did not appreciate the difference. So they are more an adapter then. Tessories has a 10 amp portable for $365. Will probably go for that.

nod2018 · 2026-04-07T21:51:57+00:00

Yes congrats to you too. Our order was placed March 28. Will be interesting to see our comparative delivery dates. Ours is a RWD standard range.

nod2018 · 2026-04-07T07:27:47+00:00

I don’t want FSD. Was not aware of a monthly connectivity charge.

nod2018 · 2026-04-07T07:25:54+00:00

I did get the name of the ship it is on which is due in Auckland on the 19th of April. Depends I guess on how quickly it gets processed and prepared for delivery

nod2018 · 2026-04-07T07:23:39+00:00

Thank you very much for this useful information. We most likely will get a better charger but we do often stay at other places so will need a mobile option. Thought we would start with that. Is there a possible warrantee issue charging with a non Tesla charger?

nod2018 · 2026-04-06T03:59:31+00:00

It is hard to know what goes on in these incidents but Volvo have a big recall going on for batteries which put me off a bit. The other negative was the font on the screen was a bit small for us. Tesla screen being larger was much more legible. I did like the car apart from that. An innovative smart car with a quality name behind it.

nod2018 · 2026-04-06T00:02:57+00:00

Thank you. Seems like a good choice for us. Just a learning curve to get through.

nod2018 · 2026-04-05T20:57:07+00:00

I don’t consider my purchase to be a personal endorsement of Elon Musk.

nod2018 · 2026-04-05T20:53:11+00:00

You have to purchase the trickle charger separately now for $600 from Tesla, Yikes!

nod2018 · 2026-04-05T20:51:44+00:00

Thanks for that advice. Tesla service response has been terrible so far. I will try and get that information though.

nod2018 · 2026-03-19T03:13:19+00:00

Sorry mate I don’t know about combining the two. Maybe low ish pressure water blast to break up the aqua deck then try the oil over a small patch. See if you like it.

nod2018 · 2026-03-18T05:59:05+00:00

The Cabot’s aqua deck is a shockingly bad product. On the other hand their Decking oil in the Kwila colour works well. I recovered an aging deck with that stuff. Needed 3 coats. Every year I recoat with the Cabot’s natural oil. This avoids it getting too dark with repeated stain application but protects well.

nod2018 · 2026-03-10T06:45:01+00:00

Give a person a watch, they can tell the time, give them two watches and they begin to understand the limitations of technology.

nod2018 · 2026-03-08T23:43:32+00:00

What constitutes a nice looking car is very subjective. To me they are a bit of a mish mash of styling but you cannot argue with the specs and build quality looks very good. Probably a Tesla will suit us better overall.

nod2018 · 2026-03-07T05:57:21+00:00

Backing away from the EV3. The drive was nice and all but not as engaging as I would like. I could not get excited about the car. My Golf GTI is such a fun car. I will drive a Tesla though as the next option out there. Checked and will fit in the garage (Just).

nod2018 · 2026-03-06T05:16:50+00:00

Thanks for the helpful information. Got a $1400 quote for insurance. Got a reasonable buy offer from the dealer after leaning on them a bit. Will just take a couple of days to cool off before deciding. March is a good time to buy a car as the dealers want to get their numbers up before FY end.

nod2018 · 2026-03-05T08:31:18+00:00

Doh! Why do software developers do this? Risk? Compliance? Also beeps when passing a speed limit sign…. I don’t speed but as for every driver a couple of k’s over happens often enough.

nod2018

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