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NY_Rob's latest activity
NY_Rob
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Donald Stanfield's post
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Four years, four R1Ts. An adventure and a bitter-sweet cautionary tale.
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I agree with pretty much everything here. I haven't posted about it yet, but I traded in my R1S last week for a Ram RHO for many of the...
Jul 7, 2026
NY_Rob
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dradam's post
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R2 compact spare tire purchase
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Yup, I also carry a spare 12v. going with the odds. chance favors the prepared mind.
Jul 7, 2026
NY_Rob
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SANZC02's post
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R2 compact spare tire purchase
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We did, I ordered one for the R1S as well when they became available.
Jul 6, 2026
NY_Rob
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R2 compact spare tire purchase
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Didn't we have this exact same discussion back when the R1S came out? Exactly the same....
Jul 6, 2026
NY_Rob
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First R2 flip. $20K price premium added
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it would be fun to have one of those AI agents pretend like they're interested and drive the guy nuts with endless goofy questions and...
Jul 6, 2026
NY_Rob
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VSG's post
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How is level 1 charging? 3 to 4 miles per hour?
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Just buy an Aptera, then you'll get 10 "miles per hour".
Jul 6, 2026
NY_Rob
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R2 compact spare tire purchase
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Yeah, that tiny/narrow high pressure space saver is gonna dig in to the sand faster than a sand flea! If you got a flat on our sand...
Jul 6, 2026
NY_Rob
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savethemanual's post
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First R2 flip. $20K price premium added
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My guess is they are putting it out there and seeing what happens, and will simply keep it if no one bites. There are many with plenty...
Jul 6, 2026
NY_Rob
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kanefsky's post
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Pet Mode for R2 coming in next OTA update 🐾
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One reason is that it's important to have a display that's visible to people outside so they don't think your pet is in danger and try...
Jul 6, 2026
NY_Rob
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Mos Eisley's post
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Pet Mode for R2 coming in next OTA update 🐾
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Viagra's new slogan: We make software hard.
Jul 6, 2026
NY_Rob
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mkennedy009's post
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Pet Mode for R2 coming in next OTA update 🐾
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This video killed me, she does not know the difference between Leather and vinyl. To be fair, Rivian calls it 'Vegan Leather'. Made...
Jul 6, 2026
NY_Rob
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Zathras's post
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Pet Mode for R2 coming in next OTA update 🐾
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How did I ever survive driving a 1976 Plymouth Valiant with a flathead six in Edmonton Alberta where it was 75 below with wind chill and...
Jul 6, 2026
NY_Rob
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R1 High Mileage Repairs - Let's Collect Anecdata
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Maybe a good idea to list the repair costs so others might know what to expect, especially since there seems to be some differences in...
Jul 6, 2026
NY_Rob
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Rivian owners file lawsuit alleging false promises on self-driving features
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Unless you've been screwed by arbitration previously, it's not really something most think about when purchasing a new vehicle. It's...
Jul 6, 2026
NY_Rob
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First R2 flip. $20K price premium added
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To some, money is no issue. We have a family member that gave one of my kids a $500 scarf and $300 belt she was going to donate because...
Jul 6, 2026
NY_Rob
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lefkonj's post
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First R2 flip. $20K price premium added
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I have money to piss away but let me see if I flip this car to a bigger moron than me. That is what the title should say. Why would...
Jul 6, 2026
NY_Rob
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NCSwa's post
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First R2 flip. $20K price premium added
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He says he bought as gift but no longer needs, he could of just ate the 500 if he really didn't need it, I am sure someone will bite at...
Jul 6, 2026
NY_Rob
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Alright, which one of you ran over the RAN charger?
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People aren't even sure if the FIFA Red Card reversal announcement is real, some are saying it might be an AI fake. Any time something...
Jul 6, 2026
NY_Rob
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captainjp's post
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Alright, which one of you ran over the RAN charger?
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Pretty sure that vehicle belongs to @shandering
Jul 6, 2026
NY_Rob
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First R2 flip. $20K price premium added
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"Bought as present, but is no longer needed".. it always amazes me when people add completely unnecessary "facts" that are potentially...
Jul 5, 2026
NY_Rob
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Yamazaki's post
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R2 Factory Window Tint Level % - Measured Values (All Glass)
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This is quite possibly my favorite thread in the forum so far. Thank you @emroch for doing this! As was said by somebody else - you've...
Jul 5, 2026
NY_Rob
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emroch's post
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R2 Factory Window Tint Level % - Measured Values (All Glass)
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That's a good point, the visible light does contribute about half of the total solar power (assuming the windshield is not filtering any...
Jul 5, 2026
NY_Rob
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emroch's post
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R2 Factory Window Tint Level % - Measured Values (All Glass)
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I test drove the R2 today and brought along some light meters I "rented" from Amazon... As such, these are not super scientific but...
Jul 5, 2026
NY_Rob
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macb00kemdanno's post
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New Tesla Model Y L launching this weekend [ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS, NO ELON TALK]
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Because it is a Christmas movie. PERIOD
Jul 5, 2026
NY_Rob
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mkhuffman's post
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New Tesla Model Y L launching this weekend [ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS, NO ELON TALK]
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100%
Jul 5, 2026
NY_Rob
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UnsungZero_OldTimeAdMan's post
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First R2 flip. $20K price premium added
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Like what dealers do with their “market adjustment” for highly sought after models. What’s the point again with direct-sale model? 😆
Jul 4, 2026
NY_Rob
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First R2 flip. $20K price premium added
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You know, you might just be on to something there... Perhaps for the first 30 days Rivian should sell the R2 for $80K so all the "I...
Jul 4, 2026
NY_Rob
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iansriv's post
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Parking the R2 in the garage
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Rivian was my first EV. 1 pedal took about 15 minutes. You'll get a feel for it quickly.
Jul 4, 2026
NY_Rob
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New Tesla Model Y L launching this weekend [ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS, NO ELON TALK]
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Agreed! And I still insist that Die Hard is a Christmas movie!
Jul 4, 2026
NY_Rob
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MaskedRacerX's post
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New Tesla Model Y L launching this weekend [ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS, NO ELON TALK]
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Yeah, the Turner Movie Classics forum is a rough place …
Jul 4, 2026
NY_Rob
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shandering's post
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New Tesla Model Y L launching this weekend [ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS, NO ELON TALK]
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Yes. Considering he is making ignorant remarks after ignoring the fact that every robotaxi on earth has some kind of remote intervention.
Jul 4, 2026
NY_Rob
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New Tesla Model Y L launching this weekend [ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS, NO ELON TALK]
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Lol... I got run out of that place for asking a few simple questions.. no trash talking required. Anyway, if you met that r2fb guy in a...
Jul 4, 2026
NY_Rob
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Tony S's post
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20in wheel worse range even with all season tires?
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I would take that if offered. I also think the 21” wheel’s look has a pimp my ride vibe to it.
Jul 4, 2026
NY_Rob
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New Tesla Model Y L launching this weekend [ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS, NO ELON TALK]
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Please try to keep it civil here, this is not TMC...
Jul 4, 2026
NY_Rob
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shadow_tek001's post
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Tie rod upgrade, CHEAP!! New compatible parts!
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If you wheel it, then yeah, get yourself a spare for the inevitable break.... And pack some tools
Jul 4, 2026
NY_Rob
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R1T Preds Fan's post
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20in wheel worse range even with all season tires?
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Like the 20” on the R1 series that is forged, the 20” on the R2 is a more robust stronger wheel for more off road capability leading to...
Jul 3, 2026
NY_Rob
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20in wheel worse range even with all season tires?
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The AT tires they put on the 20" rims have higher rolling resistance then the on-road tires they put on the 21" rims. If they could put...
Jul 3, 2026
NY_Rob
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When R3 is announced Will I get my reserve email sooner if I own a R1 or R2
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I'd pay more for that! (if you haven't noticed, in pretty much every thread someone always volunteers "I'd pay more for that")
Jul 3, 2026
NY_Rob
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New Tesla Model Y L launching this weekend [ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS, NO ELON TALK]
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My Model Y was the original design too, it was actually pretty nice looking IMO, what they did to it with the "refresh" is just...
Jul 3, 2026
NY_Rob
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When R3 is announced Will I get my reserve email sooner if I own a R1 or R2
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Seriously? We're talking several years before any R3 retail deliveries occur. Live, enjoy....
Jul 3, 2026
NY_Rob
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Tie rod upgrade, CHEAP!! New compatible parts!
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Great! Now you can relax a little knowing you have a ready spare onboard. It tells you something when Rivian beefed up the Gen2 tie rods...
Jul 3, 2026
NY_Rob
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R2 highway range test with 20" inch A/T tires (Tom from State of Charge)
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It also lowers your max takeoff weight 😮
Jul 3, 2026
NY_Rob
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shadow_tek001's post
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Tie rod upgrade, CHEAP!! New compatible parts!
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Recently broke a tie rod... Wasn't about to spend nearly a thousand dollars on used parts...
Jul 3, 2026
NY_Rob
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shadow_tek001's post
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Tie rod upgrade, CHEAP!! New compatible parts!
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I haven't gotten the alignment done yet, as I literally finished this yesterday... Can't buy new tie rods from Rivian yet, at least not...
Jul 3, 2026
NY_Rob
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Tie rod upgrade, CHEAP!! New compatible parts!
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^ wow!!! You saved yourself a buttload of cash! Rivian parts pricing is crazy 😮 Any idea if the left and right side use the same...
Jul 3, 2026
NY_Rob
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SwampNut's post
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R2 highway range test with 20" inch A/T tires (Tom from State of Charge)
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And the lower density negatively affects the air/fuel ratio.
Jul 3, 2026
NY_Rob
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Tie rod upgrade, CHEAP!! New compatible parts!
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Pretty impressive work Ed! What was the total Rivian wanted for the replacement parts? What was the total for the aftermarket Moog...
Jul 3, 2026
NY_Rob
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jcdavison's post
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Rivian Care coverage expands to 31 states
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I found out today that people who are the second owner are not eligible for coverage.
Jul 3, 2026
NY_Rob
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Ohmmu Announces BT19 Sodium 12V Batteries for Rivians: Thoughts?
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A lot of cycling, it's easy to see why the OEM lead-acid batts die so quickly :(
Jul 3, 2026
NY_Rob
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DuoRivians's post
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Ohmmu Announces BT19 Sodium 12V Batteries for Rivians: Thoughts?
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So far, the 12V Ohmmu battery seems to be holding up well. This is my 5 day graph from the ancel battery monitor app
Jul 3, 2026
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