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    Best Set-up for my Tesla Solar & PW System for NEM 2.0

    I am based in California and on PGE NEM2.0, I have a 17KW Solar System form Tesla with 3 x Power Walls. My rate plan is TOU EV2A home charging. Charge at home once a week at most. My power wall is currently set to be used for 55% for Time Based Control, How should I set my Powerful...
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    Discussion: Tesla Energy / Auto Customer Service

    I have filled with AG also, Tesla customer service is non-existent
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    Discussion: Tesla Energy / Auto Customer Service

    I got in touch with NBC Bay Area news, meeting them early next week, this should go live end of next week, I will share date / time or a video.
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    Discussion: Tesla Energy / Auto Customer Service

    Is there a direct avenue to escalation.... Corporate SVP for Customer Experience maybe?
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    Discussion: Tesla Energy / Auto Customer Service

    What is contact 7? Reading this forum and speaking to many Tesla and Sunrun customers customer satisfaction at Tesla is awful, Sunrun are more expensive but service is generally good and they are responsive. How can I get my complaint the attention it deserves? Right now the easiest thing for...
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    Discussion: Tesla Energy / Auto Customer Service

    I agreed to purchase a Tesla solar + Powerwall system, the install started in Sept 2021, this install till does not have PTO due to a dispute with the install and compensation, this whole system cost price was approx. $67k. The service from Tesla has truly been awful, I am an early adopter of...
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    Big price drop - LR down $10k, Plaid down $21k

    Have the S now, would rather just keep than downgrade to the 3.
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    Big price drop - LR down $10k, Plaid down $21k

    Is there a CPO / Inventory website for Tesla owned vehicles? I have free supercharging on My Models S, anyway to get that on a new vehicle? Also how can I check the options on a Carmax vehicle? Looking for FSD, no idea how I validate.
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    Big price drop - LR down $10k, Plaid down $21k

    What is the best deal right now on a PLAID? Where should I look? I am Interested in an inventory vehicle or new if price is a good deal. I have a 2014 P85+ fully loaded with only 40k miles that I am considering swapping out, I purchased as an Inventory vehicle back in 2015 and I used this...
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    Can I apply for PTO with PGE myself instead of waiting for Tesla?

    Thaks for info, some silly questions below: - Charging mode : Is it unrestricted? - Operating mode - Do I need to add AC disconnect info also? - Model?
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    Can I apply for PTO with PGE myself instead of waiting for Tesla?

    Thanks for the info, I have 3 x Powerwall with 2 x P+, how do I check which model I have? Anyway from app? All this info PGE are asking for id difficult to find, can I not submit as Solar application and add Powerwall info later if asked.
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    Can I apply for PTO with PGE myself instead of waiting for Tesla?

    City inspection passed 10 months ago
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    Can I apply for PTO with PGE myself instead of waiting for Tesla?

    Good guess, very similar and yes it has been an awful experience!
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    Can I apply for PTO with PGE myself instead of waiting for Tesla?

    I have no visibility what Tesla submitted for this piece, I have the NEM2.0 form but not this info
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    Can I apply for PTO with PGE myself instead of waiting for Tesla?

    I have had some issues with Tesla and I am re-submitting my application with PG&E for PTO for a 17kw system with 3 x power walls, install was completed in April 2022. PGE ask for the following info for the Powerwall, I have no idea: 1. Generator Type: Invertor: External / Incorporated or...
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    Understanding PGE/SVCE electricity bills/TrueUP

    The question is not about switching plans which I believe I can do, it is about Powerwall set-up and the best way to get the best value out of my system.
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    Understanding PGE/SVCE electricity bills/TrueUP

    I have had a new large 17KW Tesla solar system installed recently with 3 x Powerwalls, the Solar inspection was completed this week, awaiting confirmation of date for date to operate and sell back to PGE. I am in California on EV2A rate plan, I own an EV which I very rarely charge at home (once...
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    How long between inspection and PTO? [various areas]

    I have had a similar sh*t show from the cowboys in Nor Cal. A two days install for 17.5kw system and three power walls has ended up with 5 visits / days on site so far and still one of my two investors are not working, I am chasing this like a dog multiple and I am now done with them. Who...
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    Water Heater - what should I get?

    Hi, how does the RHEEM Hybrid work Does it support it both Electric and Gas? Does it require a larger dedicated 40/ 80amp Electric circuit? Also if going electric route should I go with a tank? I Have the allocated space for it. I can get my Gas 75 Gallon replaced today but want to make the...
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    Water Heater - what should I get?

    I have recently had powerwalls and Tesla solar installed, not active yet as awaiting PTO. it turns out that my 80 Gallon Gas Water Heater is now leaking, should I replace with a like for like Gas replacement or go with a Hybrid / or electric? No idea how the hybrid Works but I am looking for...
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    Understanding PGE/SVCE electricity bills/TrueUP

    Should I keep the Design as is or add the 3rd powerwall? $6500 for 3rd powerwall.
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    Understanding PGE/SVCE electricity bills/TrueUP

    I checked with Tesla re my Design which is due for install next month and finally got a response, see below I think are suggesting that the 17kW system with 2 PW is adequate and no need to go for a third PW, is my take correct?
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    Understanding PGE/SVCE electricity bills/TrueUP

    I am guessing a 12.75 KW system with 2 Powerwalls should suffice for my needs then, especially since I use Gas for heating and live near a supercharger for EV charging
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    Understanding PGE/SVCE electricity bills/TrueUP

    My current annual usage is 16500 kWh, by adding a pool which comes with its own solar system and electrical features (fountains etc) I am expecting my usage to go up, no idea what to but I am guessing upto 20000 kWh. The Tesla 12k System should still cover my needs (21000 kWh) however I am...
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    Understanding PGE/SVCE electricity bills/TrueUP

    I have taken the advise on-board and gone with the 17k system the only query I had was regarding either going for 2 or 3 PW's, is it really worth plucking me plucking up the extra $ for this?
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    Understanding PGE/SVCE electricity bills/TrueUP

    I am getting my install in December, not sure which version Powerwall they will provide. adding a third PW will likely add $7k cost. Seeing as I never charge my EV at home, which rate plan should I move to? Considering my system is already sized for a 40% offset of my current usage, is it...
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    Understanding PGE/SVCE electricity bills/TrueUP

    Why do Tesla push the configuration this way e.g. 17KW with Two batteries? I am guessing people don't want to spend the money on batteries.
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    Understanding PGE/SVCE electricity bills/TrueUP

    That is correct. 16,500 0.25 average on EV2A plan which I am guessing I should change.
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    Understanding PGE/SVCE electricity bills/TrueUP

    Why the 3 powerwalls? I do not charge EV at home
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    Understanding PGE/SVCE electricity bills/TrueUP

    I am about to pull the plug on Solar from Tesla, I I have had Solar at my previous place which prob covered 65-70% of my usage. I am a PGE / SVCE Customer in South Bay, I have moved to a larger 4000 SQ FT Single story home, current average electric monthly bill is approx $325, Current annual...
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    What's going on with new inventory pricing?

    You only get money off Ludicrous if it is a listed priced option e.g 20k charge, if it states included then you cant get a credit for it.
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    What's going on with new inventory pricing?

    Is a ceramic wrap a good choice ?
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    What's going on with new inventory pricing?

    I did hand washes only with my silver P85+ car is mint. How do folks find the solid black? I wanted the metallic black but ended up with the solid black as it represented the best deal.
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    What's going on with new inventory pricing?

    I am keeping Ludicrous... here is the spec sheet. I believe i got a great deal, what you reckon?
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    What's going on with new inventory pricing?

    This is the 3rd such vehicle I have been seriously been interested in since the inventory sales over the last 4-6 weeks, each time missing out due to poor sales folks not responding. Third time lucky I guess!
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    What's going on with new inventory pricing?

    I went ahead and placed an order for an inventory 2018 P100 Ludicrous today, fully loaded with EAP and FSD for 99k. Trading in my 3.5 yr old P85+. My preference would be to take out a lease, even though sales folks are advising I may not be able to get a lease on such a discounted vehicle. I...
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    Purchase 21 inch rims

    I am looking at aninventory Tesla P100 and would like the 21 inch black / grey rims. (Comes with 19s) Tesla have confirmed that I can add these to my chosen vehicle for an extra $4500 or$4100 Is this for new rims with new tires? Are their better options / sources to pick these up from?
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    Speculation on Model S/X Pricing Strategy

    My quote was from last month and is valid for another 4-5 days. This 46k offer will surely drop . I saw an Inventory P100 over the weekend that I wanted, contacted sales on the phone as my usual sales folks never repsonded (prob due to pending job losses or uncertainty)... Tesla took two days...
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    Speculation on Model S/X Pricing Strategy

    I have been offered $46k for a trade in for my P85+ from Tesla. My vehicle cost me $98k plus $8394 in CA sales tax (total $106k) in Dec 2014. In 39 months that is a loss of 52k (not including the sales tax), considering that I only used it for 15k miles that is a huge hit. After all that for...
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    Speculation on Model S/X Pricing Strategy

    My question was incorrect, is the current AP HW 2.5 worth the upgrade and Is V3 due soon?
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    Speculation on Model S/X Pricing Strategy

    I have a fully loaded silver 2014 P85+ which I purchased as an inventory vehicle in Nov 2015 with 7k mileage. Vehicle has AP1 The vehicle cost 105k + sales tax. My vehicle only has 23k mileage and has been lightly driven and very well looked after I am considering purchasing another...
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    Inventory Vehicle Special Offers

    I have owned a Model S P85+ for the last three years, purchasing it as a Fully Loaded Inventory Vehicle back in late 2014 with AP 1.0 I am considering changing vehicles and would consider an Inventory Model S P100D. in Mid 2017 tesla reached out ot me with some special discounts on the P100D...
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    100D and P100D Q3 Sales push starts today

    I bought an Inventory P85+ in Dec 2015.... there were some agressive discounts at the time. The new nose was announced soon after.
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    100D and P100D Q3 Sales push starts today

    I have been offerred some good deals on Inventory P100D, is there a reason to push these out? Is there an interior screen / cpu refresh coming soon?
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    Rear tires for the P85+ with 21x9 rears -- Michelin, Dunlop or Continental?

    Looking to get this tire from tire rack...on special offer... Is this good for the rears on the P85+ with factory 21 inch rims?
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    Rear tires for the P85+ with 21x9 rears -- Michelin, Dunlop or Continental?

    Trying to find somewhere else where i can get the Continentals from... most dealers have PS2 only... tried Costco and Americas tire. If I cant get the Continentals locally I will be stuck with the PS2 again!
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    Rear tires for the P85+ with 21x9 rears -- Michelin, Dunlop or Continental?

    What about the Tires 275 35R21 Continental ContiSportContact 5P, should i go for the R or ZR Rating tire?
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    Rear tires for the P85+ with 21x9 rears -- Michelin, Dunlop or Continental?

    So If Im right, let Tesla do their free alignment as part of service and purchase my tires elsewhere and go elsewhere for another wheel alignment and adjustment of rear camber? I am in in San Jose and my vehicle is with Tesla Sunyvale...is there now way that Tesla can do this camber adjustment...
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    Rear tires for the P85+ with 21x9 rears -- Michelin, Dunlop or Continental?

    My vehicle is with Tesla for a service which includes Wheel alignment... is the Tesla wheel alignment not as good? Also seeing as i am not buying tires from them i could ask for them to hold off on the wheel alignment till the new tires have been fitted and take it back if you think its a good...
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    Rear tires for the P85+ with 21x9 rears -- Michelin, Dunlop or Continental?

    So my 2x rear tires need replacing on my P85+... lasted 1 year and 8000 miles. Tesla again can only supply the poor Pilot Sport 2 tires It seems that I can't find any Super Sport availability online, I have checked tire rack and they are on back order and Americas tire does not even list...