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Yesterday, 01:49 PM

roblab replied to a thread Accommodations with charging in Sonoma/Calistoga? in California

Google maps shows 10 hotels or motels in Calistoga. Some are pricey, some are not. I personally stay in my house in Angwin, 15 miles away. Better...

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Yesterday, 01:36 PM

roblab replied to a thread Model S Technical / Mechanical Issues in Model S

Early on, we had the frunk latch fail. It had gotten out of line, and closing it bent it. Then the latch and loop actually got past each other and...

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Yesterday, 01:19 PM

roblab replied to a thread Too Soon For a [short] Road Trip??? in Pacific/Northwest

We went for a little 600 mile jaunt three days after getting ours. On this first trip, the frunk latch failed and would not open, but luckily we had...

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06-15-2013, 06:53 AM

roblab replied to a thread I think I finally sold one! All it took was 105mph. in Model S: Ordering, Production, Delivery

Napa Valley has a two lane road down both sides of the valley. They also have tourists, winery workers, field workers, trucks with trailers. There...

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06-14-2013, 04:42 PM

roblab replied to a thread Blue or Brown: Opinions? in Pacific/Northwest

Mine looks black at night. But the rest of the time, it looks like chocolate. At least people are drooling for a good reason. Wait. Drooling over...

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06-14-2013, 04:34 PM

roblab replied to a thread June 20th Speculation in TSLA Investor Discussions

I was reading of the Indy Pit Stop Competitions where they fuel a car, AND replace tires, AND wipe the window, AND give the driver refreshment. ...

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06-13-2013, 02:03 PM

roblab replied to a thread Gen 3: "A strong family resemblance [to the Model S]" in Future Cars

Oooooooh, nice!

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06-13-2013, 02:00 PM

roblab replied to a thread Climate Change / Global Warming Discussion in Energy, Environment, and Policy

Now all we need is to get Danica Patrick on our side!! We've got Leilani! And Leilani's a lot smarter, it seems. Teslas, Vegetarian, etc., etc.,...

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06-12-2013, 06:45 PM

roblab replied to a thread Exterior Graphics / Stripes in Model S: Interior & Exterior

This is what happens when the designers have too long of a lunch hour.

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06-12-2013, 06:43 PM

roblab replied to a thread Tire pressure in Model S: Driving Dynamics

Not wanting to start any arguments here, but with my old EV, I'd run the tires at 50 lb, when the tire said 44. The tire dealer said there was no...

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06-12-2013, 06:33 PM

roblab replied to a thread Typical Supercharging rate? in Model S: Battery & Charging

I apologize. Driving "dumb" is one of the most fun things about driving a Tesla, and I heartily encourage it. I have been know to do 110 in a 55...

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06-12-2013, 02:00 PM

roblab replied to a thread P85 Loaner Cars! Sweet!! in Model S

Only they loan out the loaners, so they bring out a VW Passat to trade. I was told I'd get a loaner, too, until I got there. Then it was over to...

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06-09-2013, 01:25 PM

roblab replied to a thread Elon Musk's birthday June 28th in Tesla Motors

SO, who's going to get this started? I vote for the collage of cars and owners. Maybe with a sign that says "Thanks, Elon", like the Toyota "yes"...

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06-08-2013, 06:15 PM

roblab replied to a thread Anti-Tesla Gibberish in Tesla Motors

That's just it. If the DO make and EV, they make sure it's inferior to their ICE cars. The product, EV, is not "likely to make their products...

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06-08-2013, 06:06 PM

roblab replied to a thread Map of 70 Amp J1772 chargers in Charging Standards and Infrastructure

A LOT of Roadster chargers (HPC) have NOT been converted to J1772. Don't count on it. If you have a Roadster to Model S adapter, then no worries,...

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06-08-2013, 05:45 PM

roblab replied to a thread Charging at Hotels in Charging Standards and Infrastructure

It takes a few phone calls, and a little luck, but I have been able to find several hotels with 14-50s. Clarion Inn in Ontario, OR was pleased to...

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06-08-2013, 08:21 AM

roblab replied to a thread Tesla Motors Stockholder Meeting - Tuesday, June 4 in TSLA Investor Discussions

Selling a Model S is NO effort. The reward is in driving it, in hearing the "Wow!" from friends and neighbors, seeing the "Tesla Grin" on faces as...

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06-07-2013, 02:13 PM

roblab replied to a thread Generating 220V from 110V on the go or in a host garage overnight in Model S: Battery & Charging

I just wire in a 50 amp circuit breaker to the breaker box (for instance, at my brother's house) with 6-3 w/ground cable to a 14-50 outlet, and plug...

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06-07-2013, 08:56 AM

roblab replied to a thread Truth Or Myth: Most People Still Don't Get Tesla in TSLA Investor Discussions

Sorry you feel that way. I knew what I wanted 15 years ago, and I planned and saved for this car since then. I have worked in a hospital laboratory...

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06-07-2013, 08:40 AM

roblab replied to a thread What is Tesla's upcoming 'under your nose' announcement? in Tesla Motors

+1, napabill! Unless, of course, this is not a politically correct statement, in which case, still +1.

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06-03-2013, 12:52 PM

roblab replied to a thread Anyone close to 12.5K miles? in Model S

19,500 with a 600 mile trip planned this weekend. And I don't even have a commute. I work 2 days a week at a hospital 3 miles away. What chance do...

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06-02-2013, 04:33 PM

roblab replied to a thread TESLIVE Promotion: You mod A&Es Model S (people's choice design) in TESLIVE

i like that!

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06-02-2013, 04:30 PM

roblab replied to a thread To Pano or not to Pano in Model S: Interior & Exterior

\\ Bring it in to Fremont!!! Tell them you will wait. Better bring it in on Monday, though....

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06-01-2013, 09:21 AM

roblab replied to a thread To Pano or not to Pano in Model S: Interior & Exterior

I hope Tesla fixes this for you. There are lots of Panos out there that don't squeak, creak or rattle. I am sorry your Pano gives you grief. Keep...

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06-01-2013, 09:06 AM

roblab replied to a thread Typical Supercharging rate? in Model S: Battery & Charging

No. You slow down. Your mileage goes up wonderfully for every 5 mph you slow down. People on the freeway seem to be able to handle someone...

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05-31-2013, 05:47 PM

roblab replied to a thread Pulled over driving Model S in Model S

True. My mouth has gotten me into trouble. I am too stupid to see it coming, though. Standard Human Personality Defect. I once had an MR2...

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05-31-2013, 05:35 PM

roblab replied to a thread To Pano or not to Pano in Model S: Interior & Exterior

My wife and I have never used a sunroof, never cared for a convertible, but there's something about looking up and seeing the clouds and sunshine...

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05-31-2013, 03:16 PM

roblab replied to a thread Pulled over driving Model S in Model S

I would guess. You challenged his superior authority. They are human. In CA, I don't wear a front plate. 10% of all cars in CA don't wear a...

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05-30-2013, 09:06 AM

roblab replied to a thread San Diego to Tejon Ranch Supercharger?? in California

As with most other drivers, your problem seems to be (of course, IMHO) that you feel you must drive at or above the speed limit. According to my...

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05-30-2013, 08:55 AM

roblab replied to a thread Is anyone only charging for free at a supercharger? in Charging Standards and Infrastructure

I agree. The comments I am reading that seem to be responding to my post on p.2 are missing something I thought I had said, but didn't make quite...

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