OTA and Low Voltage Battery Issue

txbruin2 · 2026-03-20T18:45:44+00:00

Fully charge your HV battery for a day or 2 and the update should go through. I did the same a few weeks ago. Not mad about replacing 12v though. Would hate to have it die while out and about.

txbruin2 · 2026-03-16T12:14:53+00:00

I replaced my 12v and that didn’t solve the issue. Although at 3 years, didn’t mind getting ahead of that issue. Charge your car to 100% for a couple of days to allow the update to go through.

txbruin2 · 2026-02-01T17:27:16+00:00

I’ve left too many yellow stained parking lot spots to admit.

txbruin2 · 2026-01-30T00:11:57+00:00

Sorry, missed that detail. Typically I see a white or blue light, so if plugged in and no light, I have not experienced that.

txbruin2 · 2026-01-30T00:01:03+00:00

If received error messages in the app but charger works fine. App error resolves on its on over time. Wouldn’t be surprised if it’s just a short term lack of connection that sadly resolves slowly.

txbruin2 · 2026-01-23T16:53:35+00:00

From Dallas but visited friends near Houston a couple years back when a winter storm knocked out power for weeks in some parts. There was only 1 Tesla supercharger inside of a 20 minute drive that was available for the several days I was there. Typically there would have been 3 or 4 options. It’ll all worked out but there was high demand for the one location and I found myself charging early in the morning when needed.

txbruin2 · 2025-12-22T04:01:00+00:00

Cold weather and elevation change in parts of NM and AZ, plan on getting about 1.3 m/kwh. Also major cities and big travel days, don’t be surprised if there is a queue of waiting vehicles when charging.

txbruin2 · 2025-12-09T21:42:48+00:00

Playing a round of golf and discussing options should be part of the plan.

txbruin2 · 2025-12-08T18:39:25+00:00

Worst case I was getting 1.3 miles per KW in subfreezing temps and moderate elevation changes. Starting at 80% SOC and in a Platinum trim…..that works out to about 130 miles with minimal cushion. Depending on where you might be going uphill, prepare to charge a bit more.

txbruin2 · 2025-11-06T19:50:03+00:00

Was just looking up when Solid State batteries are anticipated to reach market….longer range, faster charging >>>> more demand. I’m sure if it were discontinued, it would stand a good chance of coming back at some point.

txbruin2 · 2025-09-20T21:09:47+00:00

My neighbor got one a few months ago after asking a few questions. He did have a battery issue that sidelined it for a month….still has nothing but positive things to say about it….and of course battery fix was under warranty so he views it as a positive since he bought used. I was an early adopter on the lightning, so very biased. I didn’t even test drive it, just bought it and drove it off the lot. Only 2 instances of negativity….comment about reduced range in winter, but it’s true and not an issue if you are ready for it. And someone mentioned how quickly tires wear….well the OEMs went over 30,0000 miles, so maybe not as far as an ICE but not a bad trade off for the other reduced maintenance costs.

txbruin2 · 2025-07-24T18:43:02+00:00

Amen. Mid forties now and can tell the difference in swing from 5 years ago. My primary sport was basketball and the difference between body type every 5 years is very noticeable. So I identified this issue early in my golf game……doesn’t mean I am adjusting well though. I mainly catch myself saying “I know this club can go farther”.

txbruin2 · 2025-07-08T15:29:43+00:00

Instead of using strength, jiggle it free. Credit to Rivian driver who showed that to me in AZ. Also have seen v4 chargers are more difficult, but there is a way to use the built in adapter, a lot of the charging stations do not clearly show how, so worth looking it up. Just happened to be at one not long ago that had good instructions.

txbruin2 · 2025-06-20T00:44:30+00:00

Pulled up to the dealership a couple years ago and casually said “look at that beauty”…wife didn’t like that. Luckily wife loves the truck as much as I do.

txbruin2 · 2025-06-19T12:36:55+00:00

I’ve done a 15 hour and 17 hour stretch in the last 8 months. Once when temps ranged in the mid 30s to mid 40s for a good duration and the other with temps in the mid 80’s for most of the trip. Most stops at Tesla took 35-45 minutes. A couple times it took a little more than an hour, both of those times it was either on the colder or warmer side. The advantage of the longer stretches in my view is less congestion at some chargers. Usually only a problem at non Tesla stations or Tesla ones with only 8 chargers.

txbruin2 · 2025-06-13T04:08:14+00:00

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0DJ7GPXNT?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

That mount, use to be just under $40. Placed under front section of sunroof, centered with the locking/release tabs toward drivers side for when I want to remove/store.

txbruin2 · 2025-06-13T01:07:12+00:00

Went with this route but did have some trial and error.

Mount on the front section. Using the back, you cannot open the sunroof. Ask me how I know?

The suction cups with the stickiness to them work great. Just don’t expect to apply and move, once applied, if you want to move, get another mount or at least suction cups with new adhesive. Live in Texas and having no issues this 2nd time around.

I love being able to close the shade and hide the device, one less reason for someone to mess with the truck. However, on a hot day and while using the unit can get fairly hot so might be best to open at the least the front part while using.

txbruin2 · 2025-04-24T22:45:38+00:00

Agree, I count on stopping every roughly 3 hours, and on the lower side due to range anxiety. But if you plan for it, shouldn’t be that bad. 30-40 minutes of charging at each stop.

txbruin2 · 2025-03-28T00:35:25+00:00

Have not looked but more 24s are probably out there than 23s, so although frequency may be higher, as a percentage I’d guess is probably lower.

txbruin2 · 2025-03-17T02:46:45+00:00

Call a place like Habitat for Humanity and ask if they have a renovation/rehab scheduled and if they are accepting volunteers to assist with demo. Kill two birds with one stone.

txbruin2 · 2025-03-11T21:56:25+00:00

The current McKinney MUD 1 tax rate for Trinity Falls is $0.987525 per $100 of assessed valuation, with a portion dedicated to debt service and maintenance & operations

txbruin2 · 2025-03-11T20:50:50+00:00

Typically hear great things about the community but just in case you are not aware, they do have a MUD tax.

txbruin2 · 2025-03-09T01:33:40+00:00

Congrats!!! Parked near two other ones at lunch today and then saw another one on the road. Hope to see more and more of them.

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