https://electrek.co/2024/01/09/vinfast-vfs-wild-ev-pickup-concept-announces-plans-sell-vf-3-mini-suv-us/
While still a concept, this R1T “clone” definitely piques my interest as a Rivian fan. Expandable bed, beefy looking wheels/tires, and running boards. Definitely leans towards the...
TL;DR - I scraped up the silver fascia below the main bumper. Rather than costly repair for high wear area, I removed, sanded, and painted it. Photo above is after.
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Tools/Supplies:
Tools List:
Torx Set (3 different bit sizes)
Nut driver...
Looking for a guide for removing the silver plastic panel in the center below the front bumper on R1S. From pictures on eBay it looks like it has a bunch of those ridiculous tabs like the hitch cover, but also two or three bolted anchor points.
Got some rash and I am thinking about sanding...
Problem: R1S hitch mount spare tire carrier (see this thread) requires license plate relocation. Some states have lighting requirements for relocated plates.
Solution: Use selective adapter to pull tail light power from trailer hookup.
Benefits: Using just the tail light power does not trigger...
Got this code from Las Vegas SC. Had to submit a ticket to get it lol!
This applies to the glossy black trim areas. Had a little roof rack SNAFU.
HIGH GLOSS BLACK EXP001
Can’t buy from Rivian, but can order from 3rd party vendors.
I bought a used Rigid Armor swing arm hitch mount spare tire carrier from a local seller. After a quick test fit, I was sold. The model is a Subaru Cross-Trek Hybrid version link: https://www.rigid-armor.com/shop/subaru-crosstrek-hybrid-swing-out-tire-carrier
He also had the optional fold down...
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This idea was mentioned in an old thread about a loose A pillar trim. I decided to give its own thread.
Any adventurous folks look into places to mount an aftermarket grab bar on the A pillar and/or B pillar?