<![CDATA[Tesla Motors Club - Enthusiasts & Owners Forum - California]]> http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/ en Tue, 18 Jun 2013 04:53:24 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/images/misc/rss.png <![CDATA[Tesla Motors Club - Enthusiasts & Owners Forum - California]]> http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/ SoCal Rally Run 2013 http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/18006-SoCal-Rally-Run-2013?goto=newpost Tue, 18 Jun 2013 01:25:14 GMT Back in the day (you know you're old when you say that) when Tesla delivered their 500th car (a moment of silence) there was a SoCal Tesla Road Rally Run to commemorate it as seen in THIS TMC thread. We had joy, we had fun, we had seasons in the sun! "TESLAsterone" was King and "A Tesla the Hun!" had not yet been conceived. We had rallies in the summers of 2009, 2010 & 2011 & each time it was the largest gathering of privately owned Teslas in the WORLD! Nothing in 2012. The Hun! would like to participate in a SoCal Tesla Run... anyone else? :confused: ]]> California DrTaras http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/18006-SoCal-Rally-Run-2013 Has anyone done or does anyone want to do Window Tint in Orange County? http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17994-Has-anyone-done-or-does-anyone-want-to-do-Window-Tint-in-Orange-County?goto=newpost Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:53:27 GMT While I'm sure any decent window tinter can handle our car, I would love to not be the first Model S a tinter has gotten their hands on. Can anyone recommend someone in Orange County that worked on their model s and did a good clean job?

Also - If we do get a nice recommendation and I can work out like a "group buy" situation where a few of us can show up one saturday and they can just knock em out one after another, would anyone be interested in that?

Thanks! ]]> California Cashoverass http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17994-Has-anyone-done-or-does-anyone-want-to-do-Window-Tint-in-Orange-County Accommodations with charging in Sonoma/Calistoga? http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17964-Accommodations-with-charging-in-Sonoma-Calistoga?goto=newpost Sun, 16 Jun 2013 06:46:47 GMT I'm driving a 60kWH Model S from the SF Peninsula to Calistoga for a wedding in August.

Can people recommend a nice place to stay that has charging? Pricey is OK, but I'd like to avoid outrageous. ]]> California GasDoc http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17964-Accommodations-with-charging-in-Sonoma-Calistoga Second meter installation http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17894-Second-meter-installation?goto=newpost Thu, 13 Jun 2013 18:28:04 GMT Wondering if anyone in Northern California has installed a second meter for charging the Model S. I currently use E7 TOU with solar. Looking into... Wondering if anyone in Northern California has installed a second meter for charging the Model S. I currently use E7 TOU with solar. Looking into second meter on the E9b program which is going to change to EV program. With the current use I think that in the winter the kWh I use for charging will push me into a higher tier then the cost escalates. ]]> California Merrill http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17894-Second-meter-installation Next OC Tesla Meet - July 7th, 4 - 8 pm to support the BC2BC EV Rally http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17871-Next-OC-Tesla-Meet-July-7th-4-8-pm-to-support-the-BC2BC-EV-Rally?goto=newpost Thu, 13 Jun 2013 01:01:43 GMT Hey gang. For the next OC Tesla Meet will be joining forces with the SD group to support the BC2BC All EV Rally, which will hosted in San Juan... Hey gang. For the next OC Tesla Meet will be joining forces with the SD group to support the BC2BC All EV Rally, which will hosted in San Juan Capistrano. Come out to support those making the trek from British Columbia to Baja California in their EVs!

Take the opportunity to speak to other Tesla owners (from all over), and other EV drivers, share experiences and knowledge and have fun.

If you wish to support our EV colleagues and want to attend, please go to the following website to register your attendance (it is free):

http://bc2bc-party-sjc.eventbrite.com/

Event details can be found in the web address above.

See you there!

tan ]]> California Apoclyps http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17871-Next-OC-Tesla-Meet-July-7th-4-8-pm-to-support-the-BC2BC-EV-Rally Business Opportunity for Model S rental by week or month? http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17829-Business-Opportunity-for-Model-S-rental-by-week-or-month?goto=newpost Tue, 11 Jun 2013 23:17:32 GMT So I'm missing my Model S --A LOT-- while it's in the shop. I figure I can't be the only one.

Do people think there is a business in peer to peer Model S rental on a weekly+ basis just to other South Bay Area Model S owners?

I see about 10 cars inside Chilton Auto Body in San Carlos. If Chilton and the service center made a referral for cases where they can't issue a loaner, do you think there would be enough business to make the payments on a single car? ]]> California GasDoc http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17829-Business-Opportunity-for-Model-S-rental-by-week-or-month Is there a Los Angeles (Westside) club? http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17824-Is-there-a-Los-Angeles-(Westside)-club?goto=newpost Tue, 11 Jun 2013 17:22:28 GMT Is there a Los Angeles (Westside) club, gathering, or meetup group? - - - Updated - - - Ok so it appears that there is (TeslaClubLA), but how... Is there a Los Angeles (Westside) club, gathering, or meetup group?

- - - Updated - - -

Ok so it appears that there is (TeslaClubLA), but how active is it? ]]> California SeanTek http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17824-Is-there-a-Los-Angeles-(Westside)-club The Next San Diego EVent, Sunday July 7, 2013, 4pm-8pm, San Juan Capistrano http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17814-The-Next-San-Diego-EVent-Sunday-July-7-2013-4pm-8pm-San-Juan-Capistrano?goto=newpost Tue, 11 Jun 2013 10:04:29 GMT The Next San Diego EVent will be in San Juan Capistrano at: Sunday, July 7, 2013 @ 4pm-8pm catered light food with drinks!!! Register here: ... The Next San Diego EVent will be in San Juan Capistrano at:

Sunday, July 7, 2013 @ 4pm-8pm catered light food with drinks!!!

Register here:

bc2bc-party-sjc.eventbrite.com

Residence Inn hotel
33711 Camino Capistrano
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 443-3600

The good news for LEAF drivers is that the destination has a Fuji CHAdeMO (ChargePoint) charger waiting.

This EVent is in support of the BC2BC-2013 All Electric Vehicle Rally, June 29 2013, as the rally cars will be arriving from Canada on the last leg of their 1500 mile journey.

In conjunction with Orange County Tesla Club meeting ]]> California TonyWilliams http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17814-The-Next-San-Diego-EVent-Sunday-July-7-2013-4pm-8pm-San-Juan-Capistrano <![CDATA[San jose 4th of july -- rose, white, & blue parade]]> http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17809-San-jose-4th-of-july-rose-white-amp-blue-parade?goto=newpost Tue, 11 Jun 2013 03:53:36 GMT Please contact me (Kim Rogers) at krogers@alumni.calpoly.edu if you can make it to this 4th of July parade in San Jose. I've been in this parade for the last 2 years (in my old EV), and this year I will be there with my grey Model S. I would like to invite other Tesla owners to join us. It would be perfect if we had some red (sig red and multi-coat red), white (pearl white and solid white), and blue Teslas to show our pride; but all colors are welcome. Let's get both Roadsters & Model S cars to showcase the best cars in the world! You can even decorate your cars with flags, and such. We will be in the "EV" section of the parade. Last year, we had many Leafs, but no Teslas -- I know we can do much better this year.

Here are details:
Rose White and Blue Parade
8am: Parade assembly in Lincoln High School parking lot (555 Dana Ave, SJ)
10am: Parade starts

The parade is over by noon, and there is basically a block party on The Alameda between Magnolia (?) and Race Street.

The parade goes through the streets in the Shasta-Hanchett Park neighborhood of San Jose (near the Rose Garden). ]]> California krogers http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17809-San-jose-4th-of-july-rose-white-amp-blue-parade Tips? Need to tint windows in Silicon Valley http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17793-Tips-Need-to-tint-windows-in-Silicon-Valley?goto=newpost Mon, 10 Jun 2013 20:52:30 GMT Time to tint the back window to spare the rear facing seats some heat. Anyone have any good tips of where to do this in the silicon valley area? Time to tint the back window to spare the rear facing seats some heat. Anyone have any good tips of where to do this in the silicon valley area? ]]> California Trnsl8r http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17793-Tips-Need-to-tint-windows-in-Silicon-Valley Link to Photos from San Diego Tesla Club tint comparison meeting 6/9/13 http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17763-Link-to-Photos-from-San-Diego-Tesla-Club-tint-comparison-meeting-6-9-13?goto=newpost Sun, 09 Jun 2013 23:03:02 GMT Some of our member weren’t able to attend today’s meeting comparing the 2 different shades of Formula One Pinnacle window tint and requested pictures... Some of our member weren’t able to attend today’s meeting comparing the 2 different shades of Formula One Pinnacle window tint and requested pictures of the event.
We had over 20 members attend and, of course, it’s much easier to judge the differences in person.

But this link is to a Pica album showing the differences as much as a picture can.
Picasa Web Albums - Tesla Maven - Tint Comparison

The differences were slight but noticeable if you knew what to look for.
The lighter shade (50) is more “cop friendly” but doesn’t cut out quite as much heat (49% vs 54%) or glare (40% vs 57%) as the 35.
Both cut out 99.5% of UV rays.

The Air Blue 80 on both front windshields cuts out 43% of the heat, 13% of the glare and 99% of UV rays.

This is the first car I’ve ever tinted and I don’t think there was anyone who attended who didn’t like the tint jobs.

Did I mention before that it took about 3 1/2 – 4 hours to tint the car?
The tint was applied by Mr. Tint in Escondido CA.

David

P.S. If you decide to tint your windows, be aware of the tint laws. I am not responsible!
But also be aware of the speed limit laws and the front license plate laws. ]]> California Hometheatremaven http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17763-Link-to-Photos-from-San-Diego-Tesla-Club-tint-comparison-meeting-6-9-13 <![CDATA[PG&E E-9B Bill]]> http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17610-PG-amp-E-E-9B-Bill?goto=newpost Thu, 06 Jun 2013 01:24:40 GMT I installed a separate metered panel and outlet for my HWPC on March 30th and got it finaled on April 17th. From April 17th to now, I have been... I installed a separate metered panel and outlet for my HWPC on March 30th and got it finaled on April 17th. From April 17th to now, I have been charging the hell out of it for my 85 KW battery. The electric meter was originally Zero (since it was new), and now reads over 1,300 KW... and counting. I have not received a bill at all.

For those on the E-9B rate and installed a new meter, how long did it take you to receive your bill? I don't want to end up with one large fat bill. It's been over 2 - 2.5 months of usage. My regular bill that is on E-1 comes every month. If PG&E forgot to bill or create an account, I'm not going to complain either. :p ]]> California pimp-boy http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17610-PG-amp-E-E-9B-Bill Northern California MPGe? http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17509-Northern-California-MPGe?goto=newpost Sun, 02 Jun 2013 21:41:19 GMT I live in Northern California and our power is provided by Pacific Gas & Electric. Currently about 62% of our power comes from non-carbon emitting sources, (reand the remainder comes from natural gas fed power plants. I am wondering what our local MPGe would be because I think we are a bit cleaner than the average state/area.

Philip Macafee ]]> California Pmacafee http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17509-Northern-California-MPGe Feedback: Menlo Park Coffee and Cars 6/2/13 http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17505-Feedback-Menlo-Park-Coffee-and-Cars-6-2-13?goto=newpost Sun, 02 Jun 2013 19:44:54 GMT Thought we could have a thread to gather feedback on today's "Coffee and Cars" gathering in Menlo Park for the benefit of the organizers. Here are my two cents:

Pros:
- Terrific turn-out.
- Good coffee caterer.

Cons:
- I have to say it, it felt like a squandered opportunity for Tesla. I think I counted only 3 employees staffing the event, out of which one was in "civilian clothes" and was hard to spot. With that kind of crowd, with lots of prospective buyers, they should have called in staff from Santana Row or wherever and have at least 10 people in red and grey. Can't imagine everyone vying for a test drive got one. (Where was GeorgeB? He would have been completely in his element here...)
- What about an agenda, a presentation, some bone to throw to those of us owners that showed up? Sure, it was good fun to meet up and chat for a bit, always good to have an excuse to get out and drive a bit but... I don't know. Yeah I know, there was nothing else mentioned in the invite. Something more to make it an event other than a much over-worked barista would have been nice. (That poor dude... completely blindsided by the size of the crowd. Great guy took it in good stride and produced some very decent coffee.)

That's my spontaneous reaction. Anyone else? ]]> California Trnsl8r http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17505-Feedback-Menlo-Park-Coffee-and-Cars-6-2-13 First OC Tesla Meet June 2nd 10 am http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17486-First-OC-Tesla-Meet-June-2nd-10-am?goto=newpost Sat, 01 Jun 2013 23:18:01 GMT Who: you Tesla owners (or soon to be) What: OC Meet and Greet Where: Fashion Island Mall - Tesla Store. Park at the parking structure on the south... Who: you Tesla owners (or soon to be)
What: OC Meet and Greet
Where: Fashion Island Mall - Tesla Store. Park at the parking structure on the south side, near CPK, Forever 21, PF Changs. There are 2 110v and 2 level 2 chargers on the top floor, and 2 Tesla plugs on the bottom floor. The Tesla Store will open 1 hour early for us to ask the reps any questions, and for us to congregate in the store. They will open the store to the general public at 11, at which they will assume their job duty.
When: Sunday June 2nd at 10 am. ]]> California Apoclyps http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17486-First-OC-Tesla-Meet-June-2nd-10-am Next TeslaClubLA meet Sunday, June 2nd http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17469-Next-TeslaClubLA-meet-Sunday-June-2nd?goto=newpost Sat, 01 Jun 2013 15:59:32 GMT Hello fellow TESLA LA Club (http://www.TeslaClubLA.com) members and Southern California Tesla owners. This is just a reminder that we are going to... Hello fellow TESLA LA Club members and Southern California Tesla owners. This is just a reminder that we are going to meet on Sunday, June 2nd at 7am at SuperCarSunday in Woodland Hills (SuperCarSunday.com) with brunch to follow at 10:30am at the Cheesecake Factory just down the street. See you all there. ]]> California DrComputer http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17469-Next-TeslaClubLA-meet-Sunday-June-2nd Non-destructive install/installer for front license plate in LA area? http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17423-Non-destructive-install-installer-for-front-license-plate-in-LA-area?goto=newpost Fri, 31 May 2013 17:29:35 GMT Hi guys: delivery of my Model S happens tomorrow! Hooray! I want to have the front license plate installed non-destructively (without drilling). I... Hi guys: delivery of my Model S happens tomorrow! Hooray!

I want to have the front license plate installed non-destructively (without drilling). I looked around online, including this forum, and while there is a lot of discussion about doing it but I was not able to find good direct links to products or installers (in the LA area) to make it happen. Suggestions?

I found this video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MY1cGIIGVWo

Seems like a good idea. Now I just need to make sure that I get the right nuts, bolts, and foam (which seems simple enough for me to do myself). Can anybody relay how they did it, with names and links to products or service people? ]]> California SeanTek http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17423-Non-destructive-install-installer-for-front-license-plate-in-LA-area Thunderhill Raceway wants a Supercharger http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17420-Thunderhill-Raceway-wants-a-Supercharger?goto=newpost Fri, 31 May 2013 16:12:17 GMT I've taken previous cars to track days and was interested in taking my P85+ when it arrives so I mailed Thunderhill to see what charging facilities they had. The general mil account responded and sent pictures of their 50 amp plugs they currently have in the paddock area for use but said they would love to work with Tesla. A few hours later I got a mail from their CEo who was very interested in getting a supercharger installed at the track.

He made some good points that would make me thing Tesla and Thunderhill would make good partners. The track is located just off I5 in Willows, just north of Sacramento and close to one of the proposed sites in the Supercharger announcement yesterday. They can make it available 24/7 for users and have a green energy plan to expand on their 300+ solar panels with a solar farm and three wind turbines. They also have Myth Busters and other automotive related tv filimg at the track on occasion.

I've already tweeted Elon, if others in NorCal are interested lets see if we can get Tesla's attention! ]]> California Calisun http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17420-Thunderhill-Raceway-wants-a-Supercharger Superchargers on 101 (Gilroy to LA)? http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17399-Superchargers-on-101-(Gilroy-to-LA)?goto=newpost Fri, 31 May 2013 04:39:02 GMT With the announcement today of a slew of SCs down the coast, does anyone have any intelligence on where they will be located? With the announcement today of a slew of SCs down the coast, does anyone have any intelligence on where they will be located? ]]> California Russell B http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17399-Superchargers-on-101-(Gilroy-to-LA) Menlo Park Cars and Coffee 6/2/13 http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17345-Menlo-Park-Cars-and-Coffee-6-2-13?goto=newpost Thu, 30 May 2013 05:32:06 GMT Received this email tonight: Attachment 22834 (http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22834) Received this email tonight:

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]]> California Kipernicus http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17345-Menlo-Park-Cars-and-Coffee-6-2-13 Reus Audio Upgrade - SF Bay Area Group Buy http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17329-Reus-Audio-Upgrade-SF-Bay-Area-Group-Buy?goto=newpost Thu, 30 May 2013 02:15:34 GMT Hello all, Amir in the TM forum has been in touch with Rick at Reus Audio about a group buy for their Model S sound system upgrade for... Hello all,

Amir in the TM forum has been in touch with Rick at Reus Audio about a group buy for their Model S sound system upgrade for installation in the Bay Area. Rick believes that he can do a group install for about $3.5K - $4K (about a $500 discount) if we can get about 5-6 customers together. I've communicated my interest to Amir, so we now need 2-3 more people.

Interested folks can contact Amir in the TM forum or PM me here.

Thanks!
Oliver ]]> California ORB http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17329-Reus-Audio-Upgrade-SF-Bay-Area-Group-Buy San Diego to Tejon Ranch Supercharger?? http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17314-San-Diego-to-Tejon-Ranch-Supercharger?goto=newpost Wed, 29 May 2013 18:39:12 GMT We're making our first trip to NoCal/Palo Alto for an athletic camp for my daughter. Has anybody made this trip on a single charge from SD?
There's one monster hill we'll have to tackle after Magic Mountain.
Thanks! ]]> California Teriyaki88 http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17314-San-Diego-to-Tejon-Ranch-Supercharger Good carwash facilities in Silicon Valley? http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17308-Good-carwash-facilities-in-Silicon-Valley?goto=newpost Wed, 29 May 2013 17:29:37 GMT My new red Tesla is getting dirty. I've been reviewing carwash facilities on Yelp around San Jose and find they all get dinged by a few people (maybe their competitors are doing it?).

Anyone have a good suggestion other than doing it myself? ]]> California Jsvette56 http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17308-Good-carwash-facilities-in-Silicon-Valley Memorial Day travelers? http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17159-Memorial-Day-travelers?goto=newpost Sat, 25 May 2013 02:31:24 GMT Seems pretty empty at the superchargers today! Going north to south we saw no one at Harris ranch and now tejon ranch. Hopefully the journey back... Seems pretty empty at the superchargers today! Going north to south we saw no one at Harris ranch and now tejon ranch.

Hopefully the journey back on Monday will be the same. ]]> California tdiggity http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17159-Memorial-Day-travelers Tesla Model S was Third Best Selling Luxury Vehicle in California for 1Q 2013 http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17128-Tesla-Model-S-was-Third-Best-Selling-Luxury-Vehicle-in-California-for-1Q-2013?goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 01:33:30 GMT I hadn't seen this mentioned in the forums yet.

The California New Car Dealers Association has their quarterly report out, and lists the Model S just behind the Mercedes E-class and BMW 5 series for sales in California.

Interesting to see the Tesla ahead of the Audi A6 and Lexus GS and hanging in there with the big boys in its first full quarter of full production.

(also, note the irony of getting this info from a dealers association)

it's on page 2: http://www.cncda.org/publications/Ca...ring_1Q_13.pdf ]]> California gaswalla http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17128-Tesla-Model-S-was-Third-Best-Selling-Luxury-Vehicle-in-California-for-1Q-2013 Assembly OKs clean vehicle carpool-lane access to 2020; Senate next http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17104-Assembly-OKs-clean-vehicle-carpool-lane-access-to-2020-Senate-next?goto=newpost Thu, 23 May 2013 15:40:15 GMT http://www.latimes.com/business/autos/la-fi-hy-carpool-lane-access-ab266-20130521,0,2422361.story Some good news for us CA drivers with the clean... http://www.latimes.com/business/auto...,2422361.story

Some good news for us CA drivers with the clean air stickers. Hopefully this makes it all the way...

Right now we just have the Volt with a green sticker and my wife loves her commute now... :D

Jeff ]]> California jeffro01 http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/17104-Assembly-OKs-clean-vehicle-carpool-lane-access-to-2020-Senate-next