As a long distance bicyclist, I would suggest bringing bread peanut butter and jelly for nourishment while supercharging. Cliff Bars are also one of my favorite foods while traveling.
My husband likes driving on road trips so I have a portable desk with storage that sits on my lap (with the adhesive velcro soft side out on the outside corner closest to the screen so it doesn't scratch accidentally). I bring our spare phone with the SIM card and hot spot my laptop. We have an adapter plug to plug the laptop in with or my newer one has a USB-C charging port so we can use a portable battery with a compatible output and it lasts all day long. I can do whatever I want while he is driving, but when we are coming up to a stop and want food for curbside pickup I can do that on my laptop while he is driving and have the order ready when we arrive in town, followed by the stop at the supercharger where we eat.
We also take a cooler with food and a tray that hooks to the steering wheel and a second tray with a beanbag underside that fits comfortably in the lap of the passenger. This allows us to save money on eating during charging sessions and also came in handy for take-out during the pandemic.
Another great video from Mike. I often tap the like button before he speaks because it’s always great. Make sure you have multiple charging apps on your phone such as PlugShare, ChargePoint, AltFuel, etc in case a Supercharger is non-functional. Beware of Electrify America chargers because most are CCS /CHAdeMO and adapters for these are expensive. EA also has a few J1772 - level 2 slower chargers. EA charges a whopping $0.43/kw. Don’t consider level 2 charging unless it’s for overnight or where you can invest several hours doing something else. Notice A Better Route Planner will direct you to charge more frequently such as 30-70% vs reduce charging stops for 10-85% SoC. Your total elapse time actually is shorter with one or more extra charging stops because you are avoiding charge rate taper-off. My longest road trip is Boston to SW Florida.
For ABRP I would also highly suggest changing the efficiency rate to reflect the season you are travelling in. A road trip in the summer and winter will result in very different result from ABRP.
I bought a modern spare for my S. Not cheap but I have had two experiences with BMWs late at night with pothole blow outs on interstate. One took many hours for bmw service to respond on a cold February night, the other was near Chicago at rush hour. No towing company would respond due to traffic delays. By the time one showed all the tire stores were closed and I had to rent a room down the block from a closed bmw dealer. Never again- buy the spare tire kit! 11:26
Hi there, Great Video. You might want to add one critical item, a portable Battery Jump especially for Long drives. Tesla have a bad problem of 12v Battery. I have driven on 4000 mile trips and 2000 miles trips. On one of them , the 12V died at my cousins garage with no warning. I did not have a jump battery backup and had to contact Tesla Roadside which took a while. With a Jump, one has the option of opening locked doors, Funk, and not damage the windows etc. It may even give enough 12V juice to drive to a safe place! Portable jump also has emergency light, cell phone charger, can even power the Air pump etc. one can find variety of such for $40-$100 USD. A must have for long drives. No question about it. for those who are not aware Tesla has two batteries the 12V and the Lithium battery pack under the seat. The 12v powers stereo, windows, doors, cell connection etc. It is required for Tesla to operate properly. They only have a life span of 24 -36 months depending upon the weather where you live/drive. Extreme weather, means even shorter life span of 12v Battery. With the new 2021 Model S/X, Tesla has confirmed to use 12V lithium ion battery that will have a prolonged lifespan.
One thing to consider is how much will you pack on a trip and expect to fit in the back of the Model 3. My husband and I use hard sided luggage and bring all our tech stuff with us. We fill the lower trunk and the upper trunk completely on a week long trip. If I hadn't already bought my FSD on the Model 3, I would consider getting the Model Y for more storage. However, I do like the sporty feel of driving my car. The two test drives I took in a Model Y just didn't give that exact sporty feeling that my model 3 does. Make sure you test drive both! Whichever you buy, I hope that you love your Tesla as much as I do! 2018 Model 3 with almost 50K miles!
Great video! I picked up my 2021 M3LR AWD 2 months and almost 6K miles ago. I’m planning a cross country trip and back this summer. It isn’t a problem!
Invisible Glass is my preferred glass cleaner. And hotels/motels will give you "clean rags" to clean the bugs off with one saturated with water and the other to dry it off. They're used to offering them to motorcyclists on road trips. I also bring along a tire plug kit for fixing flats. Inexpensive and takes up little room.
I bring a 12v fridge. One of those new style with a very efficient compressor. Originally bought it for long camping trips, but it works great on road trips too. At my sister's now(400 miles from home) and it's been keeping our road food nice and cool. Trick is it you leave it in the car you need to keep sentry mode on to keep it from sleeping and shutting off the 12v.
Thanks, that’s a very cool tip on how to keep the 12v on when away from car. Surprised I haven’t heard that from others. I know Sentry can consume about 8 mi/day, but keeping the 12v on for accessories like a fridge is worth it. 😃
Thanks for the link to Modern Spare! I have been driving a 2014 Kia Soul for 120,000 miles without a spare, and fortunately, without issue...but it's always nice to have options! I may just buy this when I get my Model Y, just for the extra peace of mind.
Just returned from 1000 mile trip around my home state of Colorado. You hit the nail on the head with the bug thing. I found myself pulling into gas stations and getting some strange looks to scrub the windshield :-) I love the car except for one thing, the roof allows for too much heat transfer. An insulated shade would be awesome for the summer months. Always enjoy your videos!
had some idea that the glass roof might transfer too much heat on hot, sunny days. Have seen a shade made for such use and also saw someone use bubble plastic between the shade and roof for additional insulation
Great advice ... we left SoCal a couple weeks ago in our “Y” to Atlanta, down to Tampa, heading back to THE OC Tuesday ... SUPER easy to charge along the way. $102 in charging from the OC to Atlanta was cool. FTR CA, AZ & FL run between $.25 to $.30 per kilowatt where all the other states are running about $.11 per kilowatt! Great content, keep them coming! 👍🏼
Getting ready for a weeklong trip from here to LEGOLAND and Disneyland. (About 400 miles one way.) First long road trip in our new Model 3 SR+ and very much looking forward to it! Myself, wifey, and our 11 and 13 year old boys. ABRP, Modern Spare, and first aid kit all set to go! Thanks for another great video!
Hey Ernest; how did the roadtrip go in your SR+? I have the dual AWD but I had a friend ask about the SR+ and I didn't have any experience to relate to them.
@@SharonMehl We are still on it, but so far, so great! Four people (two adults and two teens) with luggage for a week’s trip to SoCal - amazingly, it all fit, with none in the passenger cabin! We traveled 500 miles (not 400 like I guessed) down Interstate 5, with three charge stops (Firebough, Buttonwillow, Burbank), each about 20 minutes. We had lunch at the first one, snack and potty break at the second and a walk about at the third - all well timed and appreciated. Our destination offered free charging (Level 2), and we drove around a fair amount in San Diego on their charge. I expect the trip home will go smoothly thought we’re taking a more coastal route back! The car is…amazing.
I like to use e-cloth or Norwex microfiber with a water spray bottle for the windshield. For e-cloth you can scrub off the bugs with any old cloth and then it has a polishing cloth that gets off all the streaks and takes just no time at all. A gallon Ziploc bag to put the wet ones in. Then next time you're near a water source all you have to do is rinse them out and let them dry
Great video! Try the e-cloth window cleaning cloths ($12 and I’ve been using them for three years, still going strong). Amazing shine, super fast, no streaks, and only need water! The all purpose cloth works great for the interior. Again, only water!!!! I got rid of nasty bugs by using soap/paper towels from the bathrooms near Chargers. Hate them bugs!
Great starter list and you nailed all the basics. The trick is taking only the 'essentials' for one's peace of mind and convenience, which is usually more items than one expects to pack. After watching your video on the Modern Spare, I purchased this, and it is way bigger than I expected and takes considerable space up in the MY. However, it is definitely 'essential' along with a simple tire repair kit if one is traveling to locations that Tesla Emergency Road Assistance cannot come to within a reasonable amount of time... I purchased the Tesla NEMA Adapter Bundle (One Size Fits All) which provides several charging options along with a 50' extension cord as you recommended
Tip I found during my travels: You can add 1 part Diet Coke to 20 parts tap water to the windscreen wiper fluid, it works out to be much cheaper than buying a bottle of wiper fluid. The result is also great.
Great tips and suggestions! Thanks for sharing. I can totally relate to the front bumper being a big magnet. But I would still think most gas stations you stop at should have a squeegee brush and water to wash and scrape away those dead bugs.
Re the 30 amp outlet found in some RV parks. Unlike the NEMA 14-50 or other similar 240 volt outlets, the TT-30 (travel Trailer 30 amp) outlet is NOT a 240 outlet. It is simply two 120 volt 15 amp outlets in one plug. Meaning, it is not, nor can it carry 240 volts. If you look at your video the screen shot shows you are getting 110 volts. The idea for the TT-30 outlet when it was developed was for one of the circuits to supply 120 volts to a water heater or AC, and the other circuit to supply lights, cooking, and other needs.
Thanks I’ll be in the same boat. I’m getting my first Tesla in a couple weeks and shortly after am moving to Arizona from Florida. So I’ll be getting a crash course lol
When booking accommodation I ask if I can charge my car while there. I stress that I only need access to a normal power outlet (240 volt in Australia). Charging at 12 amps gives me 12 kms per hour (7.5 miles) which, when charging overnight, is more than adequate.
I literally have none of that stuff. Crap. Lol. But I did watch your video on that tire previously and I want it pretty bad. Might have to pull the trigger on that one.
Finally got my Tesla yesterday! Used your referral code! As always, thanks for the great content. Quick question: I've done a search of your videos, but maybe you can send me in the right direction - I'm looking for a great "So you just got your Tesla - here's how you do the basic setup of everything." There's so many settings and options to look at in all of the menus... I'm curious if there's a basic "Set your Tesla up this way for the best experience" kind of video out there! Thanks again!
What I rarely hear is that Tesla is a blast to drive! I'm not sold that EV's are that much better for entertainment. 1) to produce electricity we burn coal. 2) Building the battery we tap the Earth. 3) Going through tires faster and old tires go to landfill. Can anyone explain how the above 'Green'?
You really should explain that you chose to use the 50amp 240v mobile connector adapter and plugged it into a 30amp 120v “rv plug.” The experience if using that same NEMA 14-50 adapter on an actual 14-50 plug, also available at many RV parks, is much different and faster
Another great video, I always learn something useful. This question is outside of the subject, but I noticed you’re carbon fiber dash cover/replacement. It looks great. I looked through your videos but can’t seem to find your installation and review of it. Can you share your video or information about it? There are so many out there, and YOUR opinion matters to me. Thanks! Jay
Good eye! A friend had an extra and gave it to me. I never did a video on it. I honestly don’t know where he got it but I’m happy with it. It is a wrap so it’s technically not carbon fiber. If you are interested I would highly recommend Tesbros. They specialize in wraps and have a “carbon fiber” wrap for about $45.00 but have a sale for $10.00 off right now. You can’t go wrong with them in my opinion. Tesbros.com.
I had scheduled today as the pick up day on the website. But then my local center called me and said the car is still in transit and won't be here until the 2nd, and I can pick it up on the 3rd. Hopefully this is the final delay. I actually have most of the things on your list here already. I don't have a mattress or a chair yet but I don't have any plans to take a trip beyond 100 miles.
another user with a dead M3. At third week of driving, an alert showed up saying "OK TO DRIVE. PLEASE SCHEDULE SERVICE VISIT. Vehicle speed and power may be limited" -- Car slowed to 65 mph while traveling 75 mph in the fast lane; requiring immediate lane change to avoid becoming a hazard. Top speed was then limited to 65 mph by the associated fault response programming. At dealer was informed of diagnosis that oil pump issue had been sent from car to Tesla Main data receiving HQ. Subsequent firmware update --- reportedly necessary when significant components of the car are replaced -- failed - repeatedly. Car is now inoperable and awaiting examination by Tesla engineering; as I understand the issue is beyond the scope of the dealer technician to resolve. Oil pump replaced twice, alert still present, 5 days in the shop so far. Car initially (my very FIRST entrance to car) had an issue where the touchscreen would turn grey on the right 2/3rds, becoming unresponsive to any touches, auto reboot after approx. 1 min, then work for some time only to fail again and again later.
Not too sure I'd take a nap inside the vehicle during super charging without knowing the EMF exposure your body is taking. In fact, I personally would never nap during any kind of refueling whether it's an aircraft, ICE car, or electric, too many potential dangers to be sleeping on top of.
Very informative stuff. Especially your spot on being prepared for a flat tire. I am interested in the Modern Spare. But the cost is prohibitive. Do you have a special code for discounts on this product which you sponsor?
It puzzles me why you use 2 hands to open the car door. Surely just using left hand thumb to press and then grip the pop out with left hand fingers. Right hand for the passenger side.
I don’t get it. If you have an ice vehicle you can use the provided bucket and soap to wash off the bug guts. “ superchargers don’t have that” So why not just stop at a gas station then?
What would you do if you were driving to Nova Scotia from SF??? I'm moving up there... Is there anything you would do specifically in my situation and doing a 4K leg? Thanks!
That TT-30 adapter is not safe. You should use www.evseadapters.com/products/tt-30-adapter-for-tesla-model-s-x-3-gen-2 instead. It has an internal circuit that monitors the plug temperature, and it communicates with the car to automatically set the appropriate 24A charging current.
Why spend $45 for the RV adapter when you can get a NEMA 14-30 adapter for your UMC straight from Tesla for $35? On the flip side, if you know you'll have a true 50A outlet, you might want to get Tesla's "Corded Mobile Connector" as it offers a higher charge rate (40A vs 32A for the UMC) on those outlets.
The 14-30 plug is not the same as the ones you see at campgrounds and RV parks - those use a TT-30 plug. I'm not sure why Tesla doesn't sell a UMC TT-30 adapter, as I've never seen a 14-30 anywhere. That said, I've never used the TT-30 adapter (which converts it to a 14-50) as all of the campgrounds I've been to have 14-50s.
Not sure of anyone has asked this question but why do you only get 6 to 7 miles of charging range per hour when you use the 50 amp to 30 amp RV plug adapter?
Hmm maybe it is because mine is European and they have to deliver include it? but it came with a first aid kit, a shiny west that road workers use and others stuff. There's a video I can make. I am itching to do a road trip but the borders have been closed. I have started to prepare, bought 2 extension cords, one for our 240 10amp and a CEE plug for 16a 240v. Hmm. maybe i am over preparing. :) I have tried planning trips, from Norway to Barcelona, and there's superchargers all the way. Had I not been driving a Tesla, I would have to plan to be able to charge with 4-5 different providers in Germany, Austria, Italy, France, Spain. But with Tesla, it is just superchargers all the way. I want to do a test of this when I can travel outside the country. So far it seems that some of the apps I need in Italy to charge, can't be installed in my Phone because the Apple store I use are not Italian. And these are with chargers that has a sticker that says that it has been sponsored in part by the European Union. Well, Since I am driving a Tesla, I need not to worry, but it could be fun to explore and I hope it get to do that this summer. :)
I can’t speak from experience but I’m sure it’s fine. I have the slime brand with an air compressor and it has worked great for me. I’ve never used the slime but the compressor works great.
Slightly “out there” idea: how about a portable power station such as a Bluetti AC200P, which weighs about 60 lbs and can deliver 2kWH (minus losses) as an “electronic spare can of gas”, for 5 to 8 miles of recharge in a true state-of-charge emergency? (Has other potential on-board uses too...)
Tesla owners: What’s your experience with chargers getting stolen while charging overnight in hotels, etc.? Is there anything that locks the charger while being used?
This is the one I think he has, I have the same one. The problem is you have to set the car to 24 amps manually, and the TT-30 plugs are only 120v. www.amazon.com/dp/B06XHDRBBT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_GQM8984YFPZ6GF8TRN58
I'm sorry, I'm supposed to listen to this guy after he uses two hands to open his door? ;-) 0:10 (I'm just razzing you. On driver's side door, use your left hand, push the large part of the handle with your thumb, the handle presents itself for your remaining four fingers to grab and pull.)
Fewer and fewer cars have spares. My wife's 2014 Ford Hybrid has no spare, as an example. They are seldom used, and the weight and space required for the spare, plus a jack, plus a lug wrench adds probably near 50 pounds of weight, which reduces the car's range.
We also take a cooler with food and a tray that hooks to the steering wheel and a second tray with a beanbag underside that fits comfortably in the lap of the passenger. This allows us to save money on eating during charging sessions and also came in handy for take-out during the pandemic.
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As a long distance bicyclist, I would suggest bringing bread peanut butter and jelly for nourishment while supercharging. Cliff Bars are also one of my favorite foods while traveling.
We’re currently on a 1700 mile road trip with the Model Y, it’s been great so far.
Why did I feel like I was listening to Casey Kasems top 40? This guy has the perfect "training" voice. Great video...you've earned a new subscriber!!
Thanks Robert!
I agree he has a perfect radio voice, or could read books for money, etc.
@@jimwhitehead1532 seriously, he doesn’t search for words everything just flows. No “ums” he knows his content and delivers it well.
@@robertscott9152 No arguments mate. I was helpfully pointing out money-making ideas for anyone with a good voice. I was not trying to boot lick.
My husband likes driving on road trips so I have a portable desk with storage that sits on my lap (with the adhesive velcro soft side out on the outside corner closest to the screen so it doesn't scratch accidentally). I bring our spare phone with the SIM card and hot spot my laptop. We have an adapter plug to plug the laptop in with or my newer one has a USB-C charging port so we can use a portable battery with a compatible output and it lasts all day long. I can do whatever I want while he is driving, but when we are coming up to a stop and want food for curbside pickup I can do that on my laptop while he is driving and have the order ready when we arrive in town, followed by the stop at the supercharger where we eat.
We also take a cooler with food and a tray that hooks to the steering wheel and a second tray with a beanbag underside that fits comfortably in the lap of the passenger. This allows us to save money on eating during charging sessions and also came in handy for take-out during the pandemic.
Great idea!
Any links to the trays?
Another great video from Mike. I often tap the like button before he speaks because it’s always great. Make sure you have multiple charging apps on your phone such as PlugShare, ChargePoint, AltFuel, etc in case a Supercharger is non-functional. Beware of Electrify America chargers because most are CCS /CHAdeMO and adapters for these are expensive. EA also has a few J1772 - level 2 slower chargers. EA charges a whopping $0.43/kw.
Don’t consider level 2 charging unless it’s for overnight or where you can invest several hours doing something else.
Notice A Better Route Planner will direct you to charge more frequently such as 30-70% vs reduce charging stops for 10-85% SoC. Your total elapse time actually is shorter with one or more extra charging stops because you are avoiding charge rate taper-off. My longest road trip is Boston to SW Florida.
Thanks John! This is really useful information.
For ABRP I would also highly suggest changing the efficiency rate to reflect the season you are travelling in. A road trip in the summer and winter will result in very different result from ABRP.
I bought a modern spare for my S. Not cheap but I have had two experiences with BMWs late at night with pothole blow outs on interstate. One took many hours for bmw service to respond on a cold February night, the other was near Chicago at rush hour. No towing company would respond due to traffic delays. By the time one showed all the tire stores were closed and I had to rent a room down the block from a closed bmw dealer. Never again- buy the spare tire kit! 11:26
Hi there, Great Video. You might want to add one critical item, a portable Battery Jump especially for Long drives. Tesla have a bad problem of 12v Battery. I have driven on 4000 mile trips and 2000 miles trips. On one of them , the 12V died at my cousins garage with no warning. I did not have a jump battery backup and had to contact Tesla Roadside which took a while. With a Jump, one has the option of opening locked doors, Funk, and not damage the windows etc. It may even give enough 12V juice to drive to a safe place! Portable jump also has emergency light, cell phone charger, can even power the Air pump etc. one can find variety of such for $40-$100 USD. A must have for long drives. No question about it. for those who are not aware Tesla has two batteries the 12V and the Lithium battery pack under the seat. The 12v powers stereo, windows, doors, cell connection etc. It is required for Tesla to operate properly. They only have a life span of 24 -36 months depending upon the weather where you live/drive. Extreme weather, means even shorter life span of 12v Battery. With the new 2021 Model S/X, Tesla has confirmed to use 12V lithium ion battery that will have a prolonged lifespan.
Is the portable battery jump the same type you'd use on an ICE vehicle?
@@areyoureyesstillblue Correct. There is a method to jump the 12v. Search youtube. I bought Taclife but there are others.
Did the Tesla provide a low 12v battery warning before the failure?
@@garybean2205 no
@@garybean2205 sudden death
You have a great speaking voice and I love your videos. They have helped me so much. Mahalo!!
Always my favorite, most looked-forward-to Tesla RUclipsr. Another excellent video. Thank you!
You did a great job. Video is very simple. I am looking forward to getting my Tesla. I am considering going up to a Y instead of a 3.
One thing to consider is how much will you pack on a trip and expect to fit in the back of the Model 3. My husband and I use hard sided luggage and bring all our tech stuff with us. We fill the lower trunk and the upper trunk completely on a week long trip. If I hadn't already bought my FSD on the Model 3, I would consider getting the Model Y for more storage. However, I do like the sporty feel of driving my car. The two test drives I took in a Model Y just didn't give that exact sporty feeling that my model 3 does. Make sure you test drive both! Whichever you buy, I hope that you love your Tesla as much as I do! 2018 Model 3 with almost 50K miles!
Great video! I picked up my 2021 M3LR AWD 2 months and almost 6K miles ago. I’m planning a cross country trip and back this summer. It isn’t a problem!
Invisible Glass is my preferred glass cleaner. And hotels/motels will give you "clean rags" to clean the bugs off with one saturated with water and the other to dry it off. They're used to offering them to motorcyclists on road trips. I also bring along a tire plug kit for fixing flats. Inexpensive and takes up little room.
If i want to clean my windsshield i go to gas station and clean it. Nobody will beat me up for doing so!
I bring a 12v fridge. One of those new style with a very efficient compressor.
Originally bought it for long camping trips, but it works great on road trips too.
At my sister's now(400 miles from home) and it's been keeping our road food nice and cool.
Trick is it you leave it in the car you need to keep sentry mode on to keep it from sleeping and shutting off the 12v.
Thanks, that’s a very cool tip on how to keep the 12v on when away from car. Surprised I haven’t heard that from others. I know Sentry can consume about 8 mi/day, but keeping the 12v on for accessories like a fridge is worth it. 😃
Thanks for the link to Modern Spare! I have been driving a 2014 Kia Soul for 120,000 miles without a spare, and fortunately, without issue...but it's always nice to have options! I may just buy this when I get my Model Y, just for the extra peace of mind.
Just returned from 1000 mile trip around my home state of Colorado. You hit the nail on the head with the bug thing. I found myself pulling into gas stations and getting some strange looks to scrub the windshield :-) I love the car except for one thing, the roof allows for too much heat transfer. An insulated shade would be awesome for the summer months. Always enjoy your videos!
had some idea that the glass roof might transfer too much heat on hot, sunny days. Have seen a shade made for such use and also saw someone use bubble plastic between the shade and roof for additional insulation
Vw did a superb job with their automatic sunroof cover to significantly reduce heat during summer.
You can find one in the Tesla store. Haven't gotten mine yet but it's on the list for well before summer.
Great advice ... we left SoCal a couple weeks ago in our “Y” to Atlanta, down to Tampa, heading back to THE OC Tuesday ... SUPER easy to charge along the way.
$102 in charging from the OC to Atlanta was cool. FTR CA, AZ & FL run between $.25 to $.30 per kilowatt where all the other states are running about $.11 per kilowatt!
Great content, keep them coming! 👍🏼
Thank you so much to share your experience to the world.
Getting ready for a weeklong trip from here to LEGOLAND and Disneyland. (About 400 miles one way.) First long road trip in our new Model 3 SR+ and very much looking forward to it! Myself, wifey, and our 11 and 13 year old boys. ABRP, Modern Spare, and first aid kit all set to go!
Thanks for another great video!
Hey Ernest; how did the roadtrip go in your SR+? I have the dual AWD but I had a friend ask about the SR+ and I didn't have any experience to relate to them.
@@SharonMehl We are still on it, but so far, so great! Four people (two adults and two teens) with luggage for a week’s trip to SoCal - amazingly, it all fit, with none in the passenger cabin! We traveled 500 miles (not 400 like I guessed) down Interstate 5, with three charge stops (Firebough, Buttonwillow, Burbank), each about 20 minutes. We had lunch at the first one, snack and potty break at the second and a walk about at the third - all well timed and appreciated. Our destination offered free charging (Level 2), and we drove around a fair amount in San Diego on their charge.
I expect the trip home will go smoothly thought we’re taking a more coastal route back!
The car is…amazing.
Enjoy , lads at that age are so much fun. They grow fast so make the most of these days.
I like to use e-cloth or Norwex microfiber with a water spray bottle for the windshield. For e-cloth you can scrub off the bugs with any old cloth and then it has a polishing cloth that gets off all the streaks and takes just no time at all. A gallon Ziploc bag to put the wet ones in. Then next time you're near a water source all you have to do is rinse them out and let them dry
This guy is cool. He can moonwalk like Michael Jackson.
Great video! Try the e-cloth window cleaning cloths ($12 and I’ve been using them for three years, still going strong). Amazing shine, super fast, no streaks, and only need water! The all purpose cloth works great for the interior. Again, only water!!!! I got rid of nasty bugs by using soap/paper towels from the bathrooms near Chargers. Hate them bugs!
Great starter list and you nailed all the basics. The trick is taking only the 'essentials' for one's peace of mind and convenience, which is usually more items than one expects to pack. After watching your video on the Modern Spare, I purchased this, and it is way bigger than I expected and takes considerable space up in the MY. However, it is definitely 'essential' along with a simple tire repair kit if one is traveling to locations that Tesla Emergency Road Assistance cannot come to within a reasonable amount of time... I purchased the Tesla NEMA Adapter Bundle (One Size Fits All) which provides several charging options along with a 50' extension cord as you recommended
Tip I found during my travels: You can add 1 part Diet Coke to 20 parts tap water to the windscreen wiper fluid, it works out to be much cheaper than buying a bottle of wiper fluid. The result is also great.
Great tips and suggestions! Thanks for sharing. I can totally relate to the front bumper being a big magnet. But I would still think most gas stations you stop at should have a squeegee brush and water to wash and scrape away those dead bugs.
Saran wrap on the front works great for road trips!
@@donstewart3 😄
Re the 30 amp outlet found in some RV parks. Unlike the NEMA 14-50 or other similar 240 volt outlets, the TT-30 (travel Trailer 30 amp) outlet is NOT a 240 outlet. It is simply two 120 volt 15 amp outlets in one plug. Meaning, it is not, nor can it carry 240 volts. If you look at your video the screen shot shows you are getting 110 volts.
The idea for the TT-30 outlet when it was developed was for one of the circuits to supply 120 volts to a water heater or AC, and the other circuit to supply lights, cooking, and other needs.
The Modern Spare saved my bacon when I hit a pothole, blowing the tire and bending the rim, out in the middle of nowhere.
out of curiosity, what size rim. (currently believing that thinner profile tires on bigger rims are more prone to pothole damage)
@@garybean2205 19". I agree that thin tire profile is a factor. Wish I'd gone with 18".
@@garybean2205 19". I agree that thin tire profile is a factor. Wish I'd gone with 18".
Thanks I’ll be in the same boat. I’m getting my first Tesla in a couple weeks and shortly after am moving to Arizona from Florida. So I’ll be getting a crash course lol
Great content! Thanks for
When booking accommodation I ask if I can charge my car while there. I stress that I only need access to a normal power outlet (240 volt in Australia). Charging at 12 amps gives me 12 kms per hour (7.5 miles) which, when charging overnight, is more than adequate.
Thanks FTG!
Good job! Anyway, where did you buy your white wheel covers? It’s awesome!
I literally have none of that stuff. Crap. Lol. But I did watch your video on that tire previously and I want it pretty bad. Might have to pull the trigger on that one.
Finally got my Tesla yesterday! Used your referral code! As always, thanks for the great content. Quick question: I've done a search of your videos, but maybe you can send me in the right direction - I'm looking for a great "So you just got your Tesla - here's how you do the basic setup of everything." There's so many settings and options to look at in all of the menus... I'm curious if there's a basic "Set your Tesla up this way for the best experience" kind of video out there! Thanks again!
Nice. Thanks for sharing these useful tips!
Do you have a link for the small chair?
What I rarely hear is that Tesla is a blast to drive! I'm not sold that EV's are that much better for entertainment. 1) to produce electricity we burn coal. 2) Building the battery we tap the Earth. 3) Going through tires faster and old tires go to landfill. Can anyone explain how the above 'Green'?
Mike, Great Video! Think about that Show Low(Pinedale) stop on the way to Texas.
Sure thing Sport! 😜
@@FrugalTeslaGuy When do you think the model 2 will come out. I am so poor Tiny Tim gives me his bowl of gruel cause he feels so bad.
Nice tools...
You really should explain that you chose to use the 50amp 240v mobile connector adapter and plugged it into a 30amp 120v “rv plug.” The experience if using that same NEMA 14-50 adapter on an actual 14-50 plug, also available at many RV parks, is much different and faster
Another great video, I always learn something useful. This question is outside of the subject, but I noticed you’re carbon fiber dash cover/replacement. It looks great. I looked through your videos but can’t seem to find your installation and review of it. Can you share your video or information about it? There are so many out there, and YOUR opinion matters to me. Thanks! Jay
Good eye! A friend had an extra and gave it to me. I never did a video on it. I honestly don’t know where he got it but I’m happy with it. It is a wrap so it’s technically not carbon fiber. If you are interested I would highly recommend Tesbros. They specialize in wraps and have a “carbon fiber” wrap for about $45.00 but have a sale for $10.00 off right now. You can’t go wrong with them in my opinion. Tesbros.com.
That looks like Williams Supercharger. Mike put your seatbelt on.
Yup! Williams. I was wondering if anyone would say anything. Lol! We put them on before driving out of the parking lot. 😃
I had scheduled today as the pick up day on the website. But then my local center called me and said the car is still in transit and won't be here until the 2nd, and I can pick it up on the 3rd. Hopefully this is the final delay. I actually have most of the things on your list here already. I don't have a mattress or a chair yet but I don't have any plans to take a trip beyond 100 miles.
another user with a dead M3. At third week of driving, an alert showed up saying "OK TO DRIVE. PLEASE SCHEDULE SERVICE VISIT. Vehicle speed and power may be limited" -- Car slowed to 65 mph while traveling 75 mph in the fast lane; requiring immediate lane change to avoid becoming a hazard. Top speed was then limited to 65 mph by the associated fault response programming. At dealer was informed of diagnosis that oil pump issue had been sent from car to Tesla Main data receiving HQ. Subsequent firmware update --- reportedly necessary when significant components of the car are replaced -- failed - repeatedly. Car is now inoperable and awaiting examination by Tesla engineering; as I understand the issue is beyond the scope of the dealer technician to resolve. Oil pump replaced twice, alert still present, 5 days in the shop so far.
Car initially (my very FIRST entrance to car) had an issue where the touchscreen would turn grey on the right 2/3rds, becoming unresponsive to any touches, auto reboot after approx. 1 min, then work for some time only to fail again and again later.
Not too sure I'd take a nap inside the vehicle during super charging without knowing the EMF exposure your body is taking.
In fact, I personally would never nap during any kind of refueling whether it's an aircraft, ICE car, or electric, too many potential dangers to be sleeping on top of.
Very informative stuff. Especially your spot on being prepared for a flat tire. I am interested in the Modern Spare. But the cost is prohibitive. Do you have a special code for discounts on this product which you sponsor?
After all this time and you still use two hands to use the door handle? Lol. Nice video. 👍
It puzzles me why you use 2 hands to open the car door. Surely just using left hand thumb to press and then grip the pop out with left hand fingers. Right hand for the passenger side.
Hello
Would you mind posting a link to the extension cable that you use for trickle charging
Nice video
Thank you
I don’t get it. If you have an ice vehicle you can use the provided bucket and soap to wash off the bug guts. “ superchargers don’t have that”
So why not just stop at a gas station then?
Hey Gary,great video! Will the tires last around 40K miles if you drive like a normal person?
how did you open your frunk with your apple watch?!
0:04 huge upgrade in camera work and picture quality. Stablized shots... Multiple angles and cuts. much much better.
iPhone 12 Pro Max. No gimbal.
What would you do if you were driving to Nova Scotia from SF??? I'm moving up there... Is there anything you would do specifically in my situation and doing a 4K leg? Thanks!
I own a model Y. How do I find my referral code?
That TT-30 adapter is not safe. You should use www.evseadapters.com/products/tt-30-adapter-for-tesla-model-s-x-3-gen-2 instead. It has an internal circuit that monitors the plug temperature, and it communicates with the car to automatically set the appropriate 24A charging current.
You’re probably right. I do need to manually drop it to 24A when I use it. It could be dangerous if you forget to do that.
@@FrugalTeslaGuy Yeah, that's the main risk factor, especially for something in your emergency charging kit.
Why spend $45 for the RV adapter when you can get a NEMA 14-30 adapter for your UMC straight from Tesla for $35? On the flip side, if you know you'll have a true 50A outlet, you might want to get Tesla's "Corded Mobile Connector" as it offers a higher charge rate (40A vs 32A for the UMC) on those outlets.
The 14-30 plug is not the same as the ones you see at campgrounds and RV parks - those use a TT-30 plug. I'm not sure why Tesla doesn't sell a UMC TT-30 adapter, as I've never seen a 14-30 anywhere. That said, I've never used the TT-30 adapter (which converts it to a 14-50) as all of the campgrounds I've been to have 14-50s.
Not sure of anyone has asked this question but why do you only get 6 to 7 miles of charging range per hour when you use the 50 amp to 30 amp RV plug adapter?
Did he just flex a power frunk?
I tried ABRP, but it can't ever find a route.
Hmm maybe it is because mine is European and they have to deliver include it? but it came with a first aid kit, a shiny west that road workers use and others stuff. There's a video I can make. I am itching to do a road trip but the borders have been closed. I have started to prepare, bought 2 extension cords, one for our 240 10amp and a CEE plug for 16a 240v. Hmm. maybe i am over preparing. :) I have tried planning trips, from Norway to Barcelona, and there's superchargers all the way. Had I not been driving a Tesla, I would have to plan to be able to charge with 4-5 different providers in Germany, Austria, Italy, France, Spain. But with Tesla, it is just superchargers all the way. I want to do a test of this when I can travel outside the country. So far it seems that some of the apps I need in Italy to charge, can't be installed in my Phone because the Apple store I use are not Italian. And these are with chargers that has a sticker that says that it has been sponsored in part by the European Union. Well, Since I am driving a Tesla, I need not to worry, but it could be fun to explore and I hope it get to do that this summer. :)
How good is the Tesla air compressor and flat repair kit on their website?
I can’t speak from experience but I’m sure it’s fine. I have the slime brand with an air compressor and it has worked great for me. I’ve never used the slime but the compressor works great.
But how's the range with that trailer you need to carry the actual luggage? ;)
saludos desde España
How did you accomplish your chrome delete around your windows and mirrors?
ruclips.net/video/hyL0xYfAivA/видео.html
What wheels do you have on your model 3 I really like them.
Slightly “out there” idea: how about a portable power station such as a Bluetti AC200P, which weighs about 60 lbs and can deliver 2kWH (minus losses) as an “electronic spare can of gas”, for 5 to 8 miles of recharge in a true state-of-charge emergency? (Has other potential on-board uses too...)
What are those other additional uses? I mean you could just make sure to recharge in time...or do you carry extra gas in your ice car?
csn i park at a gas station to use their toilets?
how did you open the front trunk like that? is that a option or a aftermarket upgrade? thanks
3rd Party company now called EV Offer/AmpTech.
I have a video showing how to install it.
ruclips.net/video/WRu8KpXJ-nk/видео.html
How do I get a BETTER ROUTE PLANNER onto the screen in my car?
You can use the web browser. However, you must have the data plan in order for it to work.
Do you have a link to the backpack folding chair?
I wish I could help you but it looks like it has been discontinued. Unfortunately, I’m not up to speed with the latest and greatest. Sorry.
Why bring a chair? Your car has 5 built in chairs
Wait, WTF? Did my dude just open the frunk with his watch? What sorcery is this?!?!?
Does anyone use a CB radio?
Tesla owners: What’s your experience with chargers getting stolen while charging overnight in hotels, etc.? Is there anything that locks the charger while being used?
The charger is like a door lock. Unless you have the key (your phone) it can’t be unplugged.
Can you post the link to the adaptor from 50 to 30 amp? Thank you.
This is the one I think he has, I have the same one. The problem is you have to set the car to 24 amps manually, and the TT-30 plugs are only 120v.
www.amazon.com/dp/B06XHDRBBT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_GQM8984YFPZ6GF8TRN58
Yup! Thanks Greg!
@@GregHassler Thank you Greg.
@@FrugalTeslaGuy Thanks for the confirmation.
Did you do chrome delete?
Yup! Check out the review.
ruclips.net/video/hyL0xYfAivA/видео.html
I'm sorry, I'm supposed to listen to this guy after he uses two hands to open his door? ;-) 0:10
(I'm just razzing you. On driver's side door, use your left hand, push the large part of the handle with your thumb, the handle presents itself for your remaining four fingers to grab and pull.)
Tesla does not have a spear tire with the car? That's a strike.
Fewer and fewer cars have spares. My wife's 2014 Ford Hybrid has no spare, as an example. They are seldom used, and the weight and space required for the spare, plus a jack, plus a lug wrench adds probably near 50 pounds of weight, which reduces the car's range.
If you were actually frugal woudn't you have 18" aero wheels? smh
Because I’m frugal, it allows me to splurge every once in a while. 😉
These rims look great! Are they standard ones or special order?
We also take a cooler with food and a tray that hooks to the steering wheel and a second tray with a beanbag underside that fits comfortably in the lap of the passenger. This allows us to save money on eating during charging sessions and also came in handy for take-out during the pandemic.