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  1. LongRanger

    6 months into ownership ....

    Had the Model 3 LR for 6 months now with the odometer showing 5500 miles. Completely bizarre situation that miles are so low, usually I would have done 15-20k in that time - but still the car has done a few longer runs 400 miles ish and lots of local stuff. Good stuff Performance Comfort...
  2. LongRanger

    Car manufacturer testing scandals

    Moderator comment - thread initially spun off from I've ordered an ID.3 I can’t and won’t forgive Volkswagen for treating everyone like fools over diesel and also making a series of rattly, unreliable cars whilst claiming they are a top marque. Not a single penny more will they receive from...
  3. LongRanger

    Model 3 paint correction and ceramic protection

    Thought I would share some details of a 2-day job on the Model 3, very professionally undertaken by Jemil at Ultrashine Valeting and detailing - located between Tenby and Pembroke in Pembrokeshire, Wales. Note - I have not received any promotional benefit for sharing this information, but...
  4. LongRanger

    Hilarious service estimate

    My first planned SC visit has got off to a hilarious start. Raised the following a while back and off to see Bristol next week. It’s a company car so none of it is my problem. Steering wheel not straight - £224.75 Glue residue on dashboard and airbag cover (steering wheel) - £72.50 Rear...
  5. LongRanger

    Model 3 premium audio in RHD/UK

    Thought I’d get some opinion out there for folks to discuss/ridicule/disagree with as they see fit around the audio system in the model 3. I’ll cover why I’ve put RHD/UK in the title shortly. Background Quick bit of context - I spent 5 years getting quite involved in the car audio scene...
  6. LongRanger

    12v info and charging hack

    Looking for some info on the 12v battery - 2 main areas seeking help on 1) the pos/neg terminals - will they be suitable for something sized at M8 for eyelet/ring connections - and if I unscrew the terminal bolts do I need to consider any particular systems impact with 12v power off for a few...
  7. LongRanger

    Rural home-charging setup

    There’s been a number of threads recently about charging options, fused installs, garage limits, types of installation etc recently so thought I’d share a little install project that has been going on. Thought it may provide some ideas for folks if they are trying to get a bit creative .... We...
  8. LongRanger

    Trailers suitable for model 3

    Been looking into how to spec/find a trailer that meets many needs - for example a mixture of general carting junk to the tip, transporting sheep, transporting ATV / sit-on mower and whatever else life brings along. Moving aggregates etc is not an issue as already have off-road options. The...
  9. LongRanger

    Software testing

    This may seem a little odd coming from someone whose car hasn’t arrived yet, but here goes. Having worked in computer software and IT architecture/design/delivery for almost 25 years - is there something wrong with Tesla’s software build and release quality process ? 2 examples really stand...
  10. LongRanger

    Latest deliveries - what cables are supplied ?

    Interested to know what the latest UK cars are being supplied with in terms of cable, charger and adaptors. And will the UMC charger work @ 16amp 240v supply to give a reliable 3.6/3.8kw ? Via the Commando adaptor I assume. Have limitations on our house for max current draw so planning on 2...