Recent content by Mikedor

This is not a downer, but an upper! Red Rocket was child-code for dog erection long before Urban Dictionary was alive. When my kid said it, my mind immediately went to 10-year-old me, and I had to fight myself from laughing. I think that moment solidified it as a name even more me. The kids...

All quite on this. Once I hit 75, I could barely hear a slight whine coming from the frunk area (outside the cabin) but I had to concentrate and try really hard to hear it. It was so subtle I’d never notice it otherwise, and once I started focusing on driving again, it vanished. hope That helps.

My pic where right before sunset with the sun behind the mountain. It gave it a deep red color. Right now in the morning sunlight, it almost looks orange. I should take pics of it throughout the day and make a post about it. Almost like the color changing hot wheels I played with as a kid.

Haven’t noticed anything at that speed. I’ll look (listen??) for it on my way to work tomorrow. San Diego freeways are pretty loud, so hopefully that won’t interfere with listening for it. I went with the No Tonneau option, so it never came up in conversation.

I think it was done at the factory. Or at least somewhere near it. I didn’t ask that specific question. My guide did say it was waiting to ship from Normal but was waiting on the PPF. Honestly, , if I didn’t buy it AND if the service center didn’t point it out, I would have never known there...

Finally got my R1T! pics attached!!! Wanted to share the timeline and experience for everyone still patiently waiting. Also wanted to share some thoughts on the truck now that I’ve had it a few days. TIMELINE: -Jan 2022 - placed pre-order for R1T, explore trim, max pack, 21” wheels, LA...