Vin 0062x pickup in Tampa 12/23 at 6pm

[SW2Fiddler]

Wow, Max! Thanks so much for sharing The videos! So much cool info in them.

I have yet to see anyone remark on the video evidence that there's XM capability, and FM, but no AM...

 

[pvogel]

Who wants AM? I can remember a trip from Bakersfield to San Jose in the early 90's, pretty late at night, far fewer services on I5 back then and NO radio stations to distract me from my overfilled bladder. Finally found 'The American Militia Radio Network' on AM. Scared my bladder dry with the crazy conspiracy theories they were going on about (the theories didn't scare me, the fact that there were people who would believe that crap did!)

 

[aesculus]

Who wants AM? I can remember a trip from Bakersfield to San Jose in the early 90's, pretty late at night, far fewer services on I5 back then and NO radio stations to distract me from my overfilled bladder. Finally found 'The American Militia Radio Network' on AM. Scared my bladder dry with the crazy conspiracy theories they were going on about (the theories didn't scare me, the fact that there were people who would believe that crap did!)

But just think. This week folks waiting at the Tejon Ranch SC could have had something to listen to.:smile:

 

[bobbykansara]

- - - Updated - - -

In the videos, there is reference to TuneIn Radio. This is an app that allows you to stream lots of OTA radio stations from around the country (and world?) including AM stations. I use it on my iPhone for free all the time. Only downside is streaming data charges of you listen to it a lot, I guess; but my iPhone is on an unlimited data plan so I never give it a thought.

 

[SabrToothSqrl]

FM: Radio that periodically alternates between static and commercials with static.

AM: That thing my grandparents had?

 

[MaxK]

Are you sure they are the Sport and not the Sport SSR? I ask because your picture clearly shows they are M+S rated and the regular Sport version of the tire doesn't carry that rating, but the SSR version does. At least according to the info I can find on Tirerack.

Thanks!

I am not 100% sure. I thought I wrote it down correctly, but will confirm once I get the car back.

 

[MaxK]

I am not 100% sure. I thought I wrote it down correctly, but will confirm once I get the car back.

I did confirm the following:
They are ContiCrossContact™ LX Sport
Front: 265/45 R 20
Rear: 275/45 R 20

Note the M&S designation on the LX Sport tire shown below (not from Tesla obviously):

 

[goneskiian]

I did confirm the following:
They are ContiCrossContact™ LX Sport
Front: 265/45 R 20
Rear: 275/45 R 20

Note the M&S designation on the LX Sport tire shown below (not from Tesla obviously):
View attachment 105819

Thanks for the confirmation Max. I guess I should have dug a bit deeper than Tirerack. ;-)

 

[FlasherZ]

Cardinals games are on AM 1120, a 'clear channel' station (not the company). They are also on 102.5 HD3, but the HD stream goes in and out. TuneIn sometimes had the games but most of the time are blacked out. So yes, AM radio is still beneficial to me.

 

[sub]

I'm without AM in my i3 Also and it's a bit annoying. I like to listen to talk radio, music wears on me after a while. I have unlimited data so I listen through my phone, much clearer anyways.

 

[MikeL]

First, some more sincere thanks to you, Max for the provisions :smile: the MXs I saw yesterday in SLC are BEAUTIFUL. I cannot wait to pull my boat down I-15 come summer.

BUT... weren't model S owners unhappy w the Continentals? Preferred Pirellis or Michelins for wear or performance or? Sorry, I know there's a 100 page thread on it. I'm a Michelin fan, just bring your $$$

 

[Lyon]

I did confirm the following:
They are ContiCrossContact™ LX Sport
Front: 265/45 R 20
Rear: 275/45 R 20

Note the M&S designation on the LX Sport tire shown below (not from Tesla obviously):
]

I would point out that these are compromise tires and not real snow tires. Likely won't be an issue for Floridians unless they venture north. For true snow tires, look for the mountain and snowflake symbol.

http://www.snowtyres.com.au/severe-service-emblem

 

[MaxK]

First, some more sincere thanks to you, Max for the provisions :smile: the MXs I saw yesterday in SLC are BEAUTIFUL. I cannot wait to pull my boat down I-15 come summer.

BUT... weren't model S owners unhappy w the Continentals? Preferred Pirellis or Michelins for wear or performance or? Sorry, I know there's a 100 page thread on it. I'm a Michelin fan, just bring your $$$

I tried to read the old S threads and the model of tire for the S seems to be different.

Here are 2 screenschots from Tirerack where I searched on Model X and confirmed the OEM tires

:

And here is a review of the tires:
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires...utoModel=Model X&autoModClar=P90D#testResults

 

[PeterK]

I would point out that these are compromise tires and not real snow tires. Likely won't be an issue for Floridians unless they venture north. For true snow tires, look for the mountain and snowflake symbol.

http://www.snowtyres.com.au/severe-service-emblem

I wonder if Nokian R2 Hakka snows or G3 all-seasons (but top ranked as a snow tire by Consumer Reports) are available in those sizes. I have the R2s as my Model S winter tires and they are great. Used to have the G3s year-round on our Odyssey which I also liked.

 

[Lyon]

I've already ordered the WRG3 for the 20" wheels. They're available in both required sizes (265 and 275/45R20) there are no WRG3 in 22". I'm not sure about the Hakka R2s but it's easy to look up.

 

[Lyon]

I wonder if Nokian R2 Hakka snows or G3 all-seasons (but top ranked as a snow tire by Consumer Reports) are available in those sizes. I have the R2s as my Model S winter tires and they are great. Used to have the G3s year-round on our Odyssey which I also liked.

Looks like the Hakka R2 are not available in 265/45R20, only 275/45R20.

http://www.nokiantires.com/winter-tires/nokian-hakkapeliitta-r2-suv/

Looks like the Hakka 8 studded tires are available. May not be legal where you are. Also, there are strong reasons to dislike studded tires.

I have WRG3 on my RWD P85 and they're good in snow. Not as good as the Hakka R2, but good. Took this today:

 

[nienco2]

Any new driving impressions since getting back on the road?

 

[MaxK]

Any new driving impressions since getting back on the road?

As a guy that is 6'4", visibility is a big deal. We had loaner S for a week, and here is my view out of an S:

And here is my view out of the X. My new motto is 'Once you go X, you never go back'.

 

[highedu]

As a guy that is 6'4", visibility is a big deal. We had loaner S for a week, and here is my view out of an S:
View attachment 106046

And here is my view out of the X. My new motto is 'Once you go X, you never go back'.
View attachment 106047

Max - quick favor to ask you. I have been trying to get the answer with no luck. Could you measure the height from floor of X to top of seat bottom cushion in driver seat when seat is set to highest position? I am trying to get a sense for how high we can sit relative to the floor.

much appreciated Max

 

[Jon]

As a guy that is 6'4", visibility is a big deal. We had loaner S for a week, and here is my view out of an S:


And here is my view out of the X. My new motto is 'Once you go X, you never go back'.

This is EXCELLENT to see, thank you very much.

I guess neither of us of us will be driving a Roadster.

Cheers,

Jon