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My 2010 Roadster 2.5 has always displayed 15 amps when plugged in and not charging. To change the charging amps from the VDS it needs to not be plugged in (charge door closed) or actively charging. Once you set the charging amps while unplugged, it remembers those settings for that GPS...

Not the best picture, but well worth it.

True, but wouldn't be nice if in order to increase range the PEM was re-engineered which resulted in better cooling. Just wishing out loud.

Funny, there's an ad at the top of this page (in my view) for Dyson Cinetic Big Ball - "10 year's worth of dust without filter maintenance"

Can you describe the drive down Hwy 1? How far and did you have to charge along the way? Sounds like fun. And you definitely need more red - radiant & fusion :)

Exactly - if deliveries were to start by the end of this month, there would have been pre-orders already.

I hope that the changes include a redesigned PEM for better cooling and less debris being sucked into the PEM and motor. If Tesla did that, it would be worth the upgrade alone. I listened to the 7-17-2015 press conference and what Elon said about the Roadster 3.0 battery pack was that the...

I would upload a vehicle log to Tesla and see what thier reply is. If there is a motor fan problem and it goes unchecked it could lead to PEM damage.

They are still waiting for a replacement PEM and cable. They showed me that with a leaf blower I can blow air into the vents that are in back, below and on either side of the license plate to help clear the air flow. The SC also offered a PEM cleaning more frequently, not a full annual service...

I just had the same issue with my 2010 Roadster, only this is the second time it happened in the last 14 months. The cable bundle that burned was connecting the motor fans to the PEM (it's behind the panel in the trunk). The connector to the PEM burned out and the PEM was damaged. Not sure...

I just had the same issue with my 2010 Roadster, only this is the second time it happened in the last 14 months. The cable bundle that burned was connecting the motor fans to the PEM (it's behind the panel in the trunk). The connector to the PEM burned out and the PEM was damaged. Not sure...

Raffy - In reading this thread and your article, I want to make sure I understand your circumstance correctly. After ESA (1986-1987), you worked at Ericsson for almost 10 years (1989-1997). In 1989, you started legal proceedings against ESA for wrongful termination (American terminology). Have...

If you assume linear acceleration, 0.77g equals 0-60mph in 3.57 seconds 0.77 x 32 ft/s/s = 24.64 ft/s/s 60mph = 88 ft/s 88 ft/s / 24.64 ft/s/s = 3.57 s

To educate the police officers who patrol the HOV lanes

I use the PIAA 93465 Super Sporza Silicone Wiper Blade with Carbon Fiber Spoiler 26". What better to add than a carbon fiber wiper blade? It goes for $28.99 on Amazon.

My detailer said clear bra first then CQuartz, but I would ask your detailer their recommendation. BTW - that's a good price.

I had my Roadster treated with CQuartz Finest about 2 years ago. I also carry a California Duster for long trips and Meguiars D155 Detailer Last Touch Spray Detailer at all times to clean off the Arizona dust.

I just came back from a 600 mile weekend trip in my 2010 Roadster 2.5 and I stopped at a destination charging location in Cottonwood, AZ - the Pines Motel. They have a Model S HPWC and I charged at 240v/70A using Henry's CAN SR. It worked perfectly. One thing I would recommend if you plan to...

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Since the passenger seat is immobile, anything placed behind it can be hard to get to and easily forgotten. Another place for a cap is between the two seats, behind the seat backs against the back wall. The cap sits nicely on the "hump" and the seat backs hold it up (especially if a baseball...

Here are a couple of green, orange and red (two types)

2010 Roadster 2.5 #1243 Topless With Visium Top

Would this help?

I tried again to inquire about what upgrade brakes are available from AP Racing since they make upgraded calipers and 2-piece rotors in the same size as the originals. This is the reply I got: "Thank you for your enquiry but I have to direct you back to Tesla Motors for any brake upgrades. '

Here is a review from Road&Track The Parrot RBN6 head unit is all I've ever wanted

This is a response I received from AP Racing when I inquired about replacement parts: Good Afternoon Thanks for your enquiry. The pad set number (4 pads) for the Tesla calipers is CP5119D50KX-T4139. The caliper part number (RH/LH) is CP5134-6/7T0. The discs (Ø300x26mm) are...

I received this response from AP Racing when I inquired about replacement parts: Good Afternoon Thanks for your enquiry. The pad set number (4 pads) for the Tesla calipers is CP5119D50KX-T4139. The caliper part number (RH/LH) is CP5134-6/7T0. The discs (Ø300x26mm) are...

The Roadster was engineered with a lot of off-the-shelf parts. With GM's relationship with Lotus, it is not surprising to find GM parts on the Roadster. I had confirmed that the bolt pattern for the rotors and wheels is 5 x 110mm. In doing a internet search I found that the Cadillac Catera...

Adiggs/Wiztecy: Do you have the measurements of the rotors? From trying to find an aftermarket replacement rotor, I believe there is the possibility that the Roadster uses the same rotors as a Saab 9-3 or Pontiac Solstice/Saturn Skye. These have a 5x110mm bolt pattern and Brembo has a nice...

Henry - if you are still taking reservations for the SR CAN could you add me to the list?

Gooseneck Mount I used an old gooseneck mount from a GPS unit to mount a remote for my Alpine radio. I attached the holder for the remote to the gooseneck mount with the screws that came with the holder. You could do something similar with a holder for your iPhone. The center console has a...

Every car owner is different. Some people bought Roadsters to garage, hardly driven, as an investment. Others, like myself, use the Roadster daily. Some change cars every 2-3 years, others like yourself keep their's until they no longer function, regardless of mileage. I also have high...

When people have asked me what a replacement Roadster battery costs, they gasp when I tell them $40K. But I then elaborate that when it comes time to replace the battery, the Roadster should have over 150,000 miles, at which point the range may not get me to work and back in normal mode with A/C...

This is a fairly balanced article about the Roadster 3.0 upgrades. It summarizes many of the points that have been mentioned in this thread: http://www.forbes.com/sites/markrogowsky/2014/12/27/raising-the-roof-tesla-opens-the-era-of-the-upgradeable-car/ But this article may hint as to the...

In reading this thread and the email from Tesla announcing the Roadster 3.0 package, my thoughts are: Supercharging: The extended range of the package is to preclude Supercharging capability. This was mentioned in a previous thread that because of the complexities and cost to adding...

You would record other drivers taking pictures of your Roadster as they are driving behind you. And of course those that you leave behind :)

I doubt that the battery upgrade will be available for sale and able to be installed within the next 11 days. So (tongue in cheek), for Elon to keep his word, he may give Roadster owners something else before the end of the year such as the new red scarf (not the one available on line)...

Or if Elon wanted to make good on something cool for Roadster owners by the end of the year that was tangible he might send us the new Tesla scarf that new Model S owners are getting. :)

Here's a video from last year from my DashCam1 - turn the volume up to hear her reaction.

Last year, Elon said there would be something cool for Roadster owners before the end of 2014. Back in July of this year, Elon stated that Roadster owners would see a 400 mile range battery pack. It is now December 2014 and there is nothing new for Roadster owners. I would love to see the 400...

The "fob-less" key is the valet key. When you put the Roadster in valet mode, you give the valet the "fob-less" key so they can't open the trunk or deactivate valet mode with the buttons on the fob, but still start and drive the Roadster.

Roadster 2.5 Seats A pair of original, new, never used, Roadster 2.5 seats in Metal Work grey color. These seats were new from Tesla and were special ordered without the TESLA embroidery. $2100 or best offer. List Date: 12/8/2014 For more info, click here to view the original listing...

I just had the fender liners replaced in my 2.5 - they are still available, but it takes some time to arrive.

When you drive from Temecula, CA to Palm Springs, CA via CA-371/CA-74 the last 33 miles will see a drop in elevation of about 4500 feet. Doing 65 miles/hour with that elevation change, my Roadster's regenerative braking during the decent extended the estimated range to over 400 miles. This is...

Why wait for a 400 mile battery pack? Mine with 68,000 miles does that.

I wish this would work for the roadster

This model seems to more closely match the 12V battery that is in the Roadster: LFX14A4-BS12 - Shorai Lithium Batteries However, I'm not sure if the charging system for the 12V battery would properly charge the lithium Shorai battery based on their FAQ page

There have been articles about EV batteries in development that have more energy density than the current Tesla batteries and cost less per Kwh. There could be a two battery option, current range/less weight at a lower cost or same weight/greater range/higher cost - similar to the p60/p85...

Were you able to find a suitable rotor replacement for our Roadsters? I was looking for a parts source and came across the Opel Speedster in the Brembo aftermarket catalog. The history of the Speedster parallels the Roadster - Lotus designed the Speedster for GM based on the Elise but for the...