thanks a ton for this video. Just tested with mine as well and I was able to pull it up with my fingers, so Im pretty confident that the latch will reverse the motor like yours does.
I have the Tlyard one piece unit which was super easy to install and so far so good. Works like a charm every time. The Satonic and Hansshow units are two piece and have issues with metal on metal clearances where in one installation video they had to install a metal spacer in order for it to work. I believe that was on the Satonic install video. Thank for sharing your input. The way I see it this one piece unit does not interfere or block the OEM latch or release mechanism. So even if the unit fails you should be able to unlatch the Frunk.
This is very informative, the only concern I have with the one-piece (which ironically I have) is for those who live in corrosive weather environments, the motor seizing due to oxidation while going down. There is no practical way of releasing the cable tension without major disassembly and the radiator is a major access restriction to get to the latch area to reach it. My unit started misbehaving whenever the environment is extremely humid which leads me to believe the motor unit circuitry isn't as watertight as it should.
Yes that’s definitely my fear with this version. Hopefully there will be signs of an issue before a complete seizure happens, and theoretically if the motor seizes I think the soft close will just fail to operate as opposed to locking up at the bottom of the travel, but that could be wishful thinking on my part. I will say as soon as I see the first sign of any misbehaving the unit is getting replaced.
I installed the one piece unit (V2 version with controller built into the motor unit) on my Model Y last night. It failed upon a few closes. What was interesting was that the soft close motor pulled the bonnet down and kept tension on the latch. When I sent open frunk commands, the factory actuator would work, but was not releasing the bonnet. I had to end up taking the wheels off, bumper under cover off, and loosen the radiator to access the two 10mm bolts on the latch. I had to unbolt the latch from under the car, no way I think it would be possible if the frunk tub was in place.
I would try to return it ASAP. The newer versions that are coming out like the Satonic V2 all have manual release cables now that you can run toward the 12V jump start cover.
@@Mcivstxoh good to know the soft close is improving. I got a a replacement so maybe I’ll flick it off cheap and get a new version 😀 thanks for the info!
Thanks for the video. I installed the Hansshow two piece. It failed on me after a few weeks. Frunk stuck down because the motor didn't release the tension. I had to cut the cable to release the tension. Multiple unlatch requests didn't do it. In this case was happy I got the two piece as getting to the motor from the driver side wheel well was significantly easier than trying to get to the back of the OEM latch to do the same thing.
Yes that is definitely an area of concern for me. Based on my testing with this one piece unit, even if the soft close fails the hood should still release. However you’re absolutely right if this were to enter a failure mode where I can’t get the frunk open it’s definitely going to be more of a challenge to release the tension on the cable since as you noted, it’s located on the back of the OEM latch.
When stuff like this comes out, I give it about at least 6 months before buying it to make sure all the kinks have been fixed. I got one from aliexpress for under $60 .
Had a Satonic style on my car and it failed. I pulled it off any will not be replacing it with anything. Ironically I have a video encouraging people to install the soft-close lol
Yeah - I would likely be one-and-done too if I had something cause me that much of a headache! Hopefully if this fails there will be some early warning signs before anything catastrophic. Only scenario I think this will result in me being locked out is if the soft-close motor itself seizes up in the down position and physically can't rotate.
Can you please make a video of the anti-pinch feature.. of course without using a real finger lol. I don’t have too much confidence in that .. I tested it by sticking some foam on a screwdriver. It popped back up, but not before causing some damage to the foam.
Installed the satonic v2 this afternoon but it broke within 2 hours. Emergency unlock cord never worked, the motor tried to pull the latch EVERY 5 minutes, not only once and failed when installed for 2 hours. Disassembled, will buy a 1 piece soft close, thanks
@@cjkcizur Yes it did fail open but I was still able to manual close the lid and reopen it. Just ordered the 1 piece model from "Cartronics" (Ali Express), will keep you posted, thanks again
@@nextgen6876 Yes contacted them about the crappy device. They offered me a 30% refund, I told them I want a better refund. They offered me a workaround en keep quiet since then. Never a Satonic device ever again
How about operating the frunk with the power to the soft close is disconnected and operate the frunk manually. Your demo was exactly a real life scenario as you did not really use the hood.
I got mine from AliExpress - the prices/links seem to change regularly so no idea how long this URL will be valid, but I got mine from the CARTRONICS NAVMAKER factory store www.aliexpress.com/store/1102012180
thanks a ton for this video. Just tested with mine as well and I was able to pull it up with my fingers, so Im pretty confident that the latch will reverse the motor like yours does.
Personally installed the satonic with the extra metal hook attachment. Working perfectly for over 3 months now.
I have the Tlyard one piece unit which was super easy to install and so far so good. Works like a charm every time. The Satonic and Hansshow units are two piece and have issues with metal on metal clearances where in one installation video they had to install a metal spacer in order for it to work. I believe that was on the Satonic install video. Thank for sharing your input. The way I see it this one piece unit does not interfere or block the OEM latch or release mechanism. So even if the unit fails you should be able to unlatch the Frunk.
This is very informative, the only concern I have with the one-piece (which ironically I have) is for those who live in corrosive weather environments, the motor seizing due to oxidation while going down. There is no practical way of releasing the cable tension without major disassembly and the radiator is a major access restriction to get to the latch area to reach it. My unit started misbehaving whenever the environment is extremely humid which leads me to believe the motor unit circuitry isn't as watertight as it should.
Yes that’s definitely my fear with this version. Hopefully there will be signs of an issue before a complete seizure happens, and theoretically if the motor seizes I think the soft close will just fail to operate as opposed to locking up at the bottom of the travel, but that could be wishful thinking on my part. I will say as soon as I see the first sign of any misbehaving the unit is getting replaced.
Installed the one piece version, its really awesome indeed!! 20 Times better than the worthless two piece design like Satonic's. Thanks again
I installed the one piece unit (V2 version with controller built into the motor unit) on my Model Y last night. It failed upon a few closes. What was interesting was that the soft close motor pulled the bonnet down and kept tension on the latch. When I sent open frunk commands, the factory actuator would work, but was not releasing the bonnet. I had to end up taking the wheels off, bumper under cover off, and loosen the radiator to access the two 10mm bolts on the latch. I had to unbolt the latch from under the car, no way I think it would be possible if the frunk tub was in place.
Hey, where did you buy it?
I would try to return it ASAP. The newer versions that are coming out like the Satonic V2 all have manual release cables now that you can run toward the 12V jump start cover.
@@Mcivstxoh good to know the soft close is improving. I got a a replacement so maybe I’ll flick it off cheap and get a new version 😀 thanks for the info!
I added the wire to the motor as you suggested as a fail safe.. Thanks for the heads up
Thanks for the video. I installed the Hansshow two piece. It failed on me after a few weeks. Frunk stuck down because the motor didn't release the tension. I had to cut the cable to release the tension. Multiple unlatch requests didn't do it. In this case was happy I got the two piece as getting to the motor from the driver side wheel well was significantly easier than trying to get to the back of the OEM latch to do the same thing.
Yes that is definitely an area of concern for me. Based on my testing with this one piece unit, even if the soft close fails the hood should still release. However you’re absolutely right if this were to enter a failure mode where I can’t get the frunk open it’s definitely going to be more of a challenge to release the tension on the cable since as you noted, it’s located on the back of the OEM latch.
Excellent! Great and an invaluable video.
When stuff like this comes out, I give it about at least 6 months before buying it to make sure all the kinks have been fixed. I got one from aliexpress for under $60 .
Got mine on temp 65 bucks works great. Even close by it self after a few minutes if I open by accident. Which is great. Dont have to get out of car
Nice video! What happens if you get something between there when closing, e.g. your fingers? Is there some safety built in here?
Had a Satonic style on my car and it failed. I pulled it off any will not be replacing it with anything. Ironically I have a video encouraging people to install the soft-close lol
Yeah - I would likely be one-and-done too if I had something cause me that much of a headache! Hopefully if this fails there will be some early warning signs before anything catastrophic. Only scenario I think this will result in me being locked out is if the soft-close motor itself seizes up in the down position and physically can't rotate.
Can you please make a video of the anti-pinch feature.. of course without using a real finger lol. I don’t have too much confidence in that .. I tested it by sticking some foam on a screwdriver. It popped back up, but not before causing some damage to the foam.
Installed the satonic v2 this afternoon but it broke within 2 hours. Emergency unlock cord never worked, the motor tried to pull the latch EVERY 5 minutes, not only once and failed when installed for 2 hours. Disassembled, will buy a 1 piece soft close, thanks
Oh man I’m sorry to hear that, hopefully it failed “open” so you were able to access the frunk to remove it, and hope you get your money back!
@@cjkcizur Yes it did fail open but I was still able to manual close the lid and reopen it. Just ordered the 1 piece model from "Cartronics" (Ali Express), will keep you posted, thanks again
I was just about to buy a Satonic V2 but your comment made me reconsider. Thank you.
Have you contacted Satonic about the issue? They state a 2-Year Warranty and I am wondering how they respond.
@@nextgen6876 Yes contacted them about the crappy device. They offered me a 30% refund, I told them I want a better refund. They offered me a workaround en keep quiet since then. Never a Satonic device ever again
Great video very important information! Thanks bro
That was very helpful.
Cool thanks getting it 👍🏽
How about operating the frunk with the power to the soft close is disconnected and operate the frunk manually. Your demo was exactly a real life scenario as you did not really use the hood.
How is this holding up for you?
Still working great so far. I probably only use the frunk twice a month, but haven’t had any issues.
Where did you get yours from?
I got mine from AliExpress - the prices/links seem to change regularly so no idea how long this URL will be valid, but I got mine from the CARTRONICS NAVMAKER factory store www.aliexpress.com/store/1102012180