Just an FYI, you'd still need the bits that hold the spare in the compartment under the bed, jack, etc. Without a spare from the factory the truck doesn't come with that kit.
True, and customer service says they won’t sell them and don’t know when/if they will be able to. In the meantime I have my own tools and jack that I can carry.
I’ve done that too but never sliding backwards. Definitely added pucker factor with that. Glad you didn’t hit anything and everyone was ok. That packed snow that has melted and re-frozen a few times is almost impossible.
FWIW, in Westminster and I went through Xcel to get the immediate $500 rebate and had hardwired the ChargePoint Homeflex on a 60amp breaker 48amp continuous load. (Whoever you use, discuss 48amp vs 40amp and proper load rating for the wiring) Xcel used White Star
I don't recall your configuration. Do you have the 20" AT tires?
Thanks - I just went thru all the Xcel stuff. I'm suprised they only list 4 installers. I can't decide if doing the "rental" program for ~$13/month and the rebate OR buying my charger and claiming the tax credit + rebate will be better.
I did the $13 rental. No upfront fee other than wiring. (They don’t take your wiring if you disconnect-lol! You paid for that.). Got to write off the wiring cost on taxes which also saves some. It’s been collecting dust however since I’m still waiting for the R1S! ? The immediate $500 rebates comes off the quote from Xcel’s electrician which is cool.
We have a 14-30 NEMA plug that reaches, but it's inside our mud room and a bit inconvenient from a charging perspective. But we have used this a few times when we need faster charging for our Tesla. However for the past 2 years we've used a standard 110v wall outlet for 95% of the charging on our Tesla. I work from home but have starting going into the office again a bit, but it's only 10% SoC either way.
How much was your wiring costs? I know everyone home is different, but just for a baseline. Do I get the 30% tax credit on the wiring cost + the $500 rebate and then the $13 rental going forward? If thats the case, might go that route as the Enel X Juicebox is $700 and it's basically 5 years free cost to payoff.
My subpanel for hot tub needed upgrading to accommodate the EV breaker, but my quote before rebate was $1300 to upgrade panel and run around 80 feet of wire through my unfinished basement ceiling from back of house to garage. So I had to write a check for $800. Tax credit when you file is applied to your actual out-of-pocket expense. You’ll see the first $13 on your next Xcel bill.
I got a few quotes but my breaker box is on the other side of the house from the garage so they wanted $3k-$4k to do the cable run and install. I opted to watch a bunch of videos and install myself with a little help for the final connections from a handy uncle. Pulled a permit and had the city inspect it to double check my work. Ended up only costing me $700 which included a sub-panel in the garage for future expansion if needed.
I am definitely not handy enough to do this by myself. When it comes to gas or electricity I pay someone who knows what they are doing to do it for me hahahaI got a few quotes but my breaker box is on the other side of the house from the garage so they wanted $3k-$4k to do the cable run and install. I opted to watch a bunch of videos and install myself with a little help for the final connections from a handy uncle. Pulled a permit and had the city inspect it to double check my work. Ended up only costing me $700 which included a sub-panel in the garage for future expansion if needed.
I suggest calling Aaron at Midway Electric (https://midwaycoelectric.com/). He is in Westminster and is good people. If you call him, tell him Tony says hi. He was just at my house doing some work and I showed him my Rivian now that I have it.
