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DeanB1452 replied to the thread 2022 R1T Cracked Rear Subframe (Out of Warranty) - Told Not to Drive, Awaiting Regional Goodwill Review.When they replaced my dampers and jounce lines in April ‘25, they said there would be some new noises. I endured it for 6 months and... -
DeanB1452 replied to the thread 2022 R1T Cracked Rear Subframe (Out of Warranty) - Told Not to Drive, Awaiting Regional Goodwill Review.Nope. That comprehensive inspection is only 1 hour of labor to inspect what they can see.
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread 2022 R1T Cracked Rear Subframe (Out of Warranty) - Told Not to Drive, Awaiting Regional Goodwill Review.I can confirm that XCare does not cover subframes. I had to pay out of pocket for that last October on my Gen1 R1T. Total for that was...
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread Bike rack blocks license plate.I have a mobility scooter carrier which blocks my plate. CA DMV issued me a decal with my plate numbers to place on my back window...
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I have a mesh roof shade I got for free and just had to pay shipping for some giveaway on here. I don’t remember who was doing it but... -
Tesla got Ruck Rolled. IYKYK
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread On Vacation for One Week -- should I leave the 1st Gen R1T plugged in or leave it unplugged at 90%?.I had no choice but to leave it unplugged since I was over 800 miles from home and taking a cruise for a week. I was surprised it only...
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread XCare Extended Warranty on Rivian: My Full Claim Experience (And Outcome).Only 1.
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DeanB1452 reacted to Manalishi's post in the thread On Vacation for One Week -- should I leave the 1st Gen R1T plugged in or leave it unplugged at 90%? with
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They should just add "Long term parking mode" that does all this stuff with one button. Or, just rename "Shipping Mode" to be "Shipping... -
1856 miles across northern CO, WY and MT in 2024 R1S. Flawless trip, never had to wait to charge (RAN and Tesla Superchargers). Vehicle...
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread On Vacation for One Week -- should I leave the 1st Gen R1T plugged in or leave it unplugged at 90%?.I left on an 8-day cruise from Seatle to Alaska and back earlier this month. Parked at the outdoor cruise terminal lot with 84% SoC on...
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread XCare Extended Warranty on Rivian: My Full Claim Experience (And Outcome).Last October, I had my subframe replaced plus half shafts, sun visors, PTC, Tailgate trim, rear center display, front hub bearings, left...
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DeanB1452 reacted to HaveBlue's post in the thread Current Travel Trailers / RVs you're towing - Reviews and Recommendations! with Like.
Goes to show that it's all frontal area. Length and weight doesn't make much difference. I'm headed out for the weekend to camp at the...
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DeanB1452 reacted to Polar's post in the thread Current Travel Trailers / RVs you're towing - Reviews and Recommendations! with Like.
My partner and I just wrapped up our massive Seattle to Colorado four thousand mile College drop off road trip with our Intech Sol...
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread “They Don’t Have Jack Pucks! What Do I Do?” :(.Door handles, roof rails, R1S badging on the wrong side, just to name a few.
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread My 3,378 mile trip from SF Bay Area to Canada and back.My dad grew up in Washougal. I lived in Newport, Beaverton, and Portland until I was transplanted to CA Bay Area in '85. Haven't been...
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread Added 12v outlet to R1T bed..I have successfully installed a 12v outlet in the bed of the truck with no more issues with my BougeRV fridge. When linked in with the...
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread Favorite XPEL Stealth PPF installer in SF Bay Area?.Directly, with Dave, the owner. I even went back to him last year when someone tried to steal my bike and scratched up the PPF on the...
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread Favorite XPEL Stealth PPF installer in SF Bay Area?.I used Alphawerks in Santa Clara to add Xpel stealth to my R1T. www.alphawerksgarage.com
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DeanB1452 reacted to WoodChips's post in the thread Got my R2 today, and walk away question with Haha.
I get it, people don't have time these days, they have two hours of tik tok look at.
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread Got my R2 today, and walk away question.If you have it garaged, you can leave it unlocked. If it's outdoors, set it to lock only. To unlock, you can use the app on your...
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread Got my R2 today, and walk away question.You can set proximity settings to "lock only" at home. From the center screen, go to settings, access, proximity locking and look for...
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DeanB1452 posted the thread My 3,378 mile trip from SF Bay Area to Canada and back in R1: Show & Tell - Trip Reports, Photos, Videos, Builds.Last month, we took a trip from the SF Bay Area up to Canada and back for almost 4 weeks. It all started when my twin brother invited us...
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread Added 12v outlet to R1T bed..I pulled out the under-seat storage bin to see about accessing the back of the existing 12v socket in the Gear Tunnel. That is a no-go...
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DeanB1452 reacted to LivingInKaos's post in the thread SF, CA -> Bend, OR -- favorite chargers? with Like.
If I'm doing small charge stops I normally do Dunnigan (T), Anderson (T), Mt Shasta (RAN), K-Falls (RAN), Crescent (RAN). If it is...
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread How Many Miles Are on Your Rivian? Show Us & Win a Gift from BestEvMod! 🎁.
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We just got back from camping up in Maryland, where we had the delightful and statistically improbable experience of camping beside...
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DeanB1452 reacted to shadow_tek001's post in the thread Warning, this is a rant. I hate that they got rid of basic voice commands with Like.
I agree, which is why I made the video... I don't want to just shut up and accept it
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread Added 12v outlet to R1T bed..Both of my 12-volts were replaced last October.
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread Added 12v outlet to R1T bed..Same issue with my BougeRV fridge. A buddy of mine made the harness. Power measures 13.4v. When the fridge compressor tries to turn...
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DeanB1452 reacted to shadow_tek001's post in the thread Bye Bye Alexa - being retired from Rivians as of August 4, 2026 with Like.
Yep, and that is frankly unacceptable
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread VION Giveaway: Win R1S/R1T Roof Sunshades + Gray Option Available Now!.I tried out the VION Black Sunshades. Very simple to install with just 10 clips that slide between the headliner and glass. Another...
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread Phantom Drain while on a cruise.Yes, '22 R1T Launch Edition. I don't experience too much drain. At home, proximity is set to lock only and no GG recording. I checked...
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DeanB1452 posted the thread Phantom Drain while on a cruise in R1: Show & Tell - Trip Reports, Photos, Videos, Builds.I was worried about how much my SoC would drop while on an 8-day cruise out of Seattle to Alaska and back. I was quite surprised that...
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DeanB1452 reacted to diabolik's post in the thread XCare Extended Warranty on Rivian: My Full Claim Experience (And Outcome) with Like.
Number 5 is very interesting to me...while I am intrigued that they are back peddling on the one and done language it was the same as in...
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DeanB1452 reacted to Mark_AZR1T's post in the thread XCare Extended Warranty on Rivian: My Full Claim Experience (And Outcome) with Like.
My contract is identical.....thank goodness.....
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread XCare Extended Warranty on Rivian: My Full Claim Experience (And Outcome).Last week they told a BARC member from Newark, that they weren't selling in CA anymore. He submitted online, then it said for him to...
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread XCare Extended Warranty on Rivian: My Full Claim Experience (And Outcome).That additional line item must be new. My contract does not state that there is no further coverage on a replaced component. This is...
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread R2 “Easter Egg” Hiker.Look for Gear Guard Gary on the windshield. Find the "frunk" hiding under the windshield fluid cap or the "cowl" in the cowl. Pull the...
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DeanB1452 reacted to Mellowyellow's post in the thread Loaner vehicle audio volume was at max — anyone else experience this? with Haha.
Random hilarious related story: For a few days my media volume would be on MAX when I entered the car. Every single time. I was fed up...
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Just an update, a tiny dab of silicone adhesive worked a treat. Thanks for the advice y'all.
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DeanB1452 reacted to Holler Wanderer's post in the thread Random R1 Photos of the Day - Post Yours! 📸 with Like.
Guys, I'm getting really good at this whole Rivian ad thing. Not a bad place to spend the night!
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DeanB1452 reacted to HighDesertCoug's post in the thread South OC, CA to Oregon Road Trip - 2,534 Miles with Like.
For anyone wondering, Crater lake is beautiful…when you can see it. It will often have its own weather in the crater and can get fogged...
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Speaking of garage appreciation, I recently had an opportunity to visit Tom Malloy's garage. It is a lifetime collection of various...
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread Gen 1 original powered tonneau cover extended all the way out but will only retract a few inches.My 1st, 2nd, and 3rd wide slat TC's would stop after the first or second slat retraction in warm weather. Press on the edge of the TC...
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Crispy!
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread What Are You Hauling (or Hauled) in your Rivian? 🦾.Loaded the frunk with water balloons to haul to the park. Kids had to test out a few before getting there. 😆
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DeanB1452 reacted to VION's post in the thread VION Giveaway: Win R1S/R1T Roof Sunshades + Gray Option Available Now! with Love.
Congrats to our fifth round giveaway winners! @DeanB1452 We have sent you a direct message to claim your prizes: 1x RIT black roof...
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DeanB1452 replied to the thread First time off-road in my R1T, Question about descending.Hey Jeff! The Bay Area Rivian Club and Sierra Nevada Rivian Club has some off-roading excursions that might interest you. Check out...
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Happy Father’s Day and happy Sunday to all! For those who are interested here’s one of our recent trips to Yosemite National Park. We...
