oneguynick
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- Nicholas
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Spoke with Ford PR. Looks like I am the first.
Location & Dates info:
Okay everyone, what can I answer for you?
Updated with Q&A with members:
Just such a nifty moment to be part of.
The Tesla is playing FLAC from a USB drive versus streaming via BT on my phone in the lightning. Another thing I would say is there is some rattle in the cab when playing loudly. I was merely testing, though, not an audio level I would use for any amount of time. The surround sound component seems much better than stereo only setting.
2.) I hate massage anyways, so it's lost on me. Our first friends to ride in it seemed to like it, though. To each their own. The seats are overall very comfortable regardless of the massage setting or not.
3.) We did, and they are fantastic. We use the Netflix, Hulu, etc. feature extensively in our Tesla. Being prior military 15 minutes early is on time, so I find myself in a parking lot with time to burn. The fully reclining seats + video services would be excellent. I hope that gets added.
That makes sense given the difference in battery pack sizes, but I was taken aback by the time difference. My wife and I will need to wrap our heads around the "same range, different capacity."
Given the battery chemistry, I hope Ford adds some more guidance on charging and capacity. If the battery is left at 100% charge and the depth of discharge is constantly near nil, it will destroy the system's longevity.
Location & Dates info:
- Michigan Resident
- Platinum Trim
- May 20, 2021 - reservation
- Jan 7, 2022 - order date
- April 18, 2022 - build date
- May 26, 2022 - delivery date
Okay everyone, what can I answer for you?
Updated with Q&A with members:
62 miles. I haven't set up Alexa. Had meetings I had to run back home to takeWhat mileage was on the odometer at delivery?
Have you set up alexa? Can you use voice commands to open your frunk?
If the truck is unlocked you can hit the button under the lipdo see any way to open frunk if no key present? i.e. someone breaking in to truck? thanks and congrats!
I am going camping in the next week or two. I will report back actual rangeLooks like you have a perfect opportunity for a towing range test!
Unless it comes on at night, no. I tried playing with the settings and ambient is on maxAmbient light in cupholders?
Mine does have the spray-in bed liner. The sidesteps are manual, but interestingly have lights at the backs. I hadn't seen that priorDid your truck come with the spray in bedliner? I see you have the manual side steps all the demo Plati's seem to have, I guess Ford really can't get their hands on them to put on high trim trucks.
Yep they charged it overnightDealers are supposed to charge them to 100% before delivery as part of PDI. That is why you can't pick it up the same day it is received.
I had to sign a paper stating I understood the charger was coming at some point. The mobile one came with it in the frunk, but I will be waiting on the other one for a tad is my guessPro Charger included or will they be sending it to you?
Two things:With the solar on your house, are you going to install the HIS?
- Sunrun, who is the ford partner, doesn't service Michigan of all places!
- The documentation is murky for more complex installs. I have solar, batteries in the basement, and a propane generator. I am not sure how to even start looking at the install electrically
NoAny incentives offered for Ford Options?
They apparently used it around the track is what we were told.Gosh, lucky you! I'm wondering why so many miles on the odometer! 62 miles is a lot for a new car.
It showed built, but then not much else. The estimated shipping update hit when the dealership called to let me know it was thereCongratulations! Did your order tracking ever update to show built and then shipped too?
No, they did not. I buy vehicles and run them until they die, so not sure I am high risk enough to ask that.Congrats, bro. Did your dealer make you sign the one year no sale provision?
Yeah, it's been a pretty crazy and happy afternoon! I love these moments where my work at Blueprint Power and personal life collide. I get really excited about what this truck represents and how excited everyone is about it. From my farming family to the random group of internet strangers/friends here.How much does it hurt to grin for over five straight hours?
Just such a nifty moment to be part of.
1.) We have had BMW, Audi, and most recently, the premium audio on our Tesla Model 3. The F150 is good, but more aggressive on the bass than I like. From an audiophile, perspective, it's not apples-to-apples to compare, but here I go.As I’m waiting for my Antimatter Blue Platinum I’m curious about:
1.) Unleashed Audio system (are you a music guy and what are you comparing it to)?
2.) How are the massaging seats?
3.) Did you get thefully reclining seats, and if so how is that?
The Tesla is playing FLAC from a USB drive versus streaming via BT on my phone in the lightning. Another thing I would say is there is some rattle in the cab when playing loudly. I was merely testing, though, not an audio level I would use for any amount of time. The surround sound component seems much better than stereo only setting.
2.) I hate massage anyways, so it's lost on me. Our first friends to ride in it seemed to like it, though. To each their own. The seats are overall very comfortable regardless of the massage setting or not.
3.) We did, and they are fantastic. We use the Netflix, Hulu, etc. feature extensively in our Tesla. Being prior military 15 minutes early is on time, so I find myself in a parking lot with time to burn. The fully reclining seats + video services would be excellent. I hope that gets added.
I expected some warning when I set it for 100% last night for our trip to Mackinac Island today. Nadda. I will share the charging stats later, but I plugged into a NEMA 14-50 connector I used for my Tesla last night with 158mi, and it is still charging. The app says 0715 before it's to 100%.I am curious to know what Ford says specifically on this issue. Tesla is very specific and even builds in the 90% everyday limit into the charge graph on the car's touchscreen.
That makes sense given the difference in battery pack sizes, but I was taken aback by the time difference. My wife and I will need to wrap our heads around the "same range, different capacity."
Given the battery chemistry, I hope Ford adds some more guidance on charging and capacity. If the battery is left at 100% charge and the depth of discharge is constantly near nil, it will destroy the system's longevity.
Eventually, the dealership said they would call me when it was available.Speaking if charging… Are they sending you one? How did they say that process works for out of SunRun states?
It is not from what I can tell and I received 2 FOBsCongrats again Nick!
I have a question about phone as key.
Is it currently available? (Rumors said its not just yet)
And did you receive 2 key fobs or just one?
Thanks!
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