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madhat reacted to UnsungZero_OldTimeAdMan's post in the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions with
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When I got my R1T, first EV, I was told by the delivery guide to use low regen. Was told the same thing by First Mile demo guide months... -
madhat reacted to Dark-Fx's post in the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions with Haha.
Quieter, better composed, all purpose accelerates a little harder. Amazing that they just started making the cars. Oh, and the rear...
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madhat reacted to Donald Stanfield's post in the thread 12 Volt Demons Caught Up With The Count with Wow.
I may not be of royal pedigree, but I too have noticed the reversal of the mobile service policy of Rivian and it’s enough to get me to...
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madhat reacted to nemith's post in the thread RJ on high $ collision repairs: "should never happen" with Haha.
I've owned BMWs and Porsches. This is over the top expensive. Better to sell this unrepairable garbage and get something that is...
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madhat reacted to UnsungZero_OldTimeAdMan's post in the thread 12 Volt Demons Caught Up With The Count with Like.
Not meant to suggest you were complaining. Just noting how long you got out of yours compared to typical lifespan of 12V in ICE, which...
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madhat replied to the thread R2 non-powered frunk is a mistake?.Rivian says you can close with a finger... why not walk to the side and grab it? It's lower the further back you go. If it's so easy to...
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People who are saying add a tether have likely had vehicles in the past that had a tether from the factory.
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madhat reacted to UnsungZero_OldTimeAdMan's post in the thread R2 non-powered frunk is a mistake? with Haha.
My god. How did people survive to procreate when cars didn’t even have gas struts on hoods, trunks and rear hatches? What’s the next...
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madhat replied to the thread 12 Volt Demons Caught Up With The Count.I am sorry to hear that Count. Hopefully it gets resolved quickly like mine. BTW, Dafoe's rendition of you in Shadow of the Vampire is...
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madhat reacted to Count Orlok's post in the thread 12 Volt Demons Caught Up With The Count with Sad.
This is what The Count gets for making a glib comment recently about "what are you people doing to kill your 12 volt batteries."...
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Truth: Rivian has stated MANY times car play is not happening and they aren't changing their stance
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madhat reacted to Great Gatsby's post in the thread As you might have guessed.... higher gas prices has increased interest in EVs [ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS] with Like.
And that's the thing - you can enjoy both. The EV vs ICE divide never made sense to me. I think an EV daily driver + ICE road tripper or...
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madhat replied to the thread As you might have guessed.... higher gas prices has increased interest in EVs [ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS].That's the beauty of everyone adopting EVs. My daily will probably always be EV, but now there's more oil left over to keep my thirsty...
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madhat replied to the thread In the world of Luce, The Rivian R3X could shine.I love that the motors do 2x the rpm of the Bosch motors and that they upped the sound level of the real motor noise rather than...
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A heavy duty pair locking vice grips and some heat on it.
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madhat reacted to Dave Cundiff's post in the thread R2 Jack Point Design - Potential Issues / Challenges with Like.
I think I'm the one who implied that Rivian should have enlisted @Mark_AZR1T as a key external adviser, but apparently didn't. That...
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I'm trying to hardwire in an iPad/Galaxy Tab to use as infotainment. I just refuse to pay for a subscription on the in-car tablet when...
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madhat replied to the thread Insurance increase- loss of Multi-car discount.Time to shop around.
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madhat reacted to Webleyaz's post in the thread What’s Coming in 2026.15 Update, Including Rivian Assistant with Haha.
Right? I paid all the money for this phone, too. Why do I still have to pay Verizon half a car payment every month?
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madhat reacted to godfodder0901's post in the thread What’s Coming in 2026.15 Update, Including Rivian Assistant with Like.
No, it isn't enough. Your six figures covered the vehicle as delivered, not the continuing and recurring costs of hosting AI services...
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madhat reacted to Dark-Fx's post in the thread What’s Coming in 2026.15 Update, Including Rivian Assistant with Haha.
Another useless update from Rivian /s. Why can't they implement my features that no-one else wants or needs instead?
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Thank you for the facts. In my opinion, all "complaints" or statements need to include the facts. The validity of the statement can be...
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madhat reacted to SwaziCAR's post in the thread Just found out about a new TSB? Remove the bedliner to mitigate possible water intrusion and electronics damage with Haha.
I don't know what "a TSB" is, but FSAM-1755 ("Install water shield onto rear zone control module") was performed on my truck about two...
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madhat replied to the thread Can you guess the forum member this one belongs to?.Publicity stunt for insta-tocker? Imagine the clicks when they post this. Most likely washable paint/plastidip... even more likely...
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madhat reacted to UnsungZero_OldTimeAdMan's post in the thread Maintenance costs pricing is high with Haha.
Go to the subreddit. You'll find people moaning about paying $200+ for alignment. I'm amazed no one there has complained about cost of...
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madhat reacted to carsly's post in the thread Are There Alternatives to Rivian Level2 Charger? with Like.
I'll also throw down for the Tesla Universal Wall Connector, I have three of them. But would suggest purchasing from Amazon as...
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madhat reacted to EVSmartTruck's post in the thread Symphonic Carbon Fiber Roof for Rivian R1T -- by EV Smart Truck with Like.
Good point, it is a real concern for any roof (unless glass) I guess, paint suffer too from UV. However we have been trying to mitigate...
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madhat reacted to Robot Overlord's post in the thread Symphonic Carbon Fiber Roof for Rivian R1T -- by EV Smart Truck with Sad.
First thing I think of is our 2014 BMW i3 with its carbon fiber roof failing and peeling due to UV exposure.
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Just for that comment, RJ cancelled Borealis for R2 Launch Editions.
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Rivian does not exist without RJ. Maybe those of you lamenting wealth creation have enough money of your own to go buy a paper bag to...
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madhat reacted to UnsungZero_OldTimeAdMan's post in the thread CEO RJ Scaringe gets $403M Pay Package with Like.
And some, clearly mathematically challenged, are sensationalizing it by saying dumb things like it's in the style of Tesla's...
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madhat reacted to CoastalR1T's post in the thread Rivian Owners with 100k+ Miles: Share Your Long-Term Experience! with Like.
Rolled past 101,000 miles today.
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madhat replied to the thread Symphonic Carbon Fiber Roof for Rivian R1T -- by EV Smart Truck.Awesome. And you used the forest interior (best). What would it look like without the liner? Would it be black gloss like the top? I...
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madhat reacted to EVSmartTruck's post in the thread Symphonic Carbon Fiber Roof for Rivian R1T -- by EV Smart Truck with Like.
Here is a picture showing how it looks like inside with the black liner. The installation is straight forward and similar to the...
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madhat reacted to EVSmartTruck's post in the thread Symphonic Carbon Fiber Roof for Rivian R1T -- by EV Smart Truck with Like.
Based on our experience—after testing multiple R1T vehicles with our Symphonic Carbon Fiber Roof over the past 10 months—we consistently...
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madhat reacted to FutureTruck's post in the thread Symphonic Carbon Fiber Roof for Rivian R1T -- by EV Smart Truck with Like.
Very cool! If I ever break my glass roof I would definitely replace with this instead. Now make a version that slides open, or has...
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madhat reacted to EVSmartTruck's post in the thread Symphonic Carbon Fiber Roof for Rivian R1T -- by EV Smart Truck with Like.
You are correct — the base model does not include an interior liner. If your Rivian currently has the glass roof with a sunshade, you...
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madhat reacted to TexasBob's post in the thread R2 Highway Range at 70MPH = ~250 Miles (Modeled) with Like.
It is always *faster* to drive faster and burn more electricity and stop more often. The a fast charging session is adding electrons at...
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madhat reacted to DougalsMD's post in the thread R1 and R2 crossbars not compatible (don't fit) - now officially confirmed by Rivian with Like.
Doug Demuro said in his video they were compatible. I’d assume he got this information from Rivian.
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madhat reacted to MaskedRacerX's post in the thread Why I won't be waiting for Gen3 Autonomy+ hardware on R2 with Haha.
Based on your username and avatar pic, are you SURE you're seeing the colors correctly ... ? 🤔
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madhat reacted to mkg3's post in the thread Why I won't be waiting for Gen3 Autonomy+ hardware on R2 with Like.
Since R2 is estimated to be a ton (2klbs) lighter than R1, it should be lot more fun to drive than the R1. Additionally, the unitized...
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madhat reacted to mkhuffman's post in the thread Symphonic Carbon Fiber Roof for Rivian R1T -- by EV Smart Truck with Haha.
I assume it blocks visible light?
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madhat reacted to UnsungZero_OldTimeAdMan's post in the thread Symphonic Carbon Fiber Roof for Rivian R1T -- by EV Smart Truck with Like.
Depends on what you are attempting to get warranty coverage for. Anything involving your decision to go aftermarket… you already know...
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madhat replied to the thread Symphonic Carbon Fiber Roof for Rivian R1T -- by EV Smart Truck.For those still in warranty, it's there any concern of push back from Rivian? Like, are there any concerns about crash safety changing?
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madhat replied to the thread Why Wheels?.I went full one off custom because AW had a sale that made custom cheaper than off the rack. I had 21s and was switching to 22s to get...
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Wheels are the main modification I make on every car I own, it's just a personalization thing. Sadly with the rivian I'm still not...
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madhat reacted to SwampNut's post in the thread What Took You the Longest to Get Used To? with Haha.
I just get out of ICE cars now and forget to turn them off. Luckily I haven't forgotten to park them, since very often, I simply get...
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madhat reacted to forestwalker's post in the thread What Took You the Longest to Get Used To? with Like.
I literally mentioned this, week one of owning the R1S to my cousin, who had recently purchased an VW ID.Buzz van. "I already knew I was...
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All the female attention. They won't leave me alone. On a serious note-the mind warping amount of power vs. the size of the suv. I...
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madhat reacted to Dark-Fx's post in the thread R2 customer production started today! R2 configurator / ordering starts June with Like.
My friend that works for Rivian showed me his order confirmation today. Definitely getting more real.
