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tivoboy replied to the thread Finance vs. Lease the R2 -- the math.Its still JUST a DEDUCTION, not a CREDIT.. so you will only save on taxes to the extent of your EFFECTIVE tax rate.. so will be...
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tivoboy replied to the thread Did something change in the Halo (scroll) wheels?.True. And since they are haptics, they can be adjusted specifically for whatever situation they want. So, I would imagine at rest, in...
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tivoboy replied to the thread Home Wall Charger.That’s interesting. I have Heard and read that both gen 1 and gen 2 with current NACS Rivian do not work but maybe Rivian has figured...
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Tesla Gen 1 Mobile Charger works great with my Gen2 R1T Quad. Tesla Gen 2 Mobile Connector also works, but needs to be power cycled...
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tivoboy replied to the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions.There is almost certainly a loaded maps database that is frequently updated with SW updates, but the real time data, traffic of course...
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tivoboy replied to the thread Home Wall Charger.Either tesla wall charger, or only GEN 3 Mobile charger will work.
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tivoboy replied to the thread Sad, but I think I’m out.It shouldn't really or couldn’t be priced at $40k, but that said the R1S and possibly R1T definitely feel and ARE more premium inside.
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tivoboy replied to the thread My R2 Delivered (VIN 0686) - First Photo 📸.Wow, they even LUBED The wheels for delivery. that's a lot of LUBE. ;-0
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tivoboy replied to the thread R2 Email - Borealis and Launch Package?? Wait??.Nobody knows, but I doubt they are going to stop selling and building Launch Edition models before September.. I doubt they stop before...
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tivoboy reacted to R2 Fan's post in the thread What charging gear does R2 come with? [ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS] with
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on the Rivian webpage, go to "Design Yours", Accessories, scroll down, and you'll see this: Customers registering a new R2 in CA, CO... -
tivoboy replied to the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions.Most hood pistons have an initial set point and a more extended one - and then often a button based OVER extended range that is...
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tivoboy reacted to tkauftheil's post in the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions with Like.
Here’s my 2¢’s Timeline: Reserved day of event. Then bought an R1S. Love everything about it. This past Monday I got my invite to...
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tivoboy reacted to Jeremy3292's post in the thread Would you go with 20" wheels or 21" wheels on Launch Edition R2? with Like.
Good info and it makes sense to me bc the AT tires are a watered down Rivian version, and in this case watered down is a good thing...
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tivoboy reacted to Hodags's post in the thread R2 order timeline data point: VIN assigned in "Steps" stage with Like.
Here's the fine print text from the site: Customers registering a new R2 in CA, CO, DC, DE, MA, MD, NJ, NM, NY, OR, RI, VT and WA can...
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tivoboy reacted to richpike's post in the thread R2 order timeline data point: VIN assigned in "Steps" stage with Like.
You're awesome - thank you! -Rich
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tivoboy replied to the thread No real AM or FM radio in the R2.You only needed to go back one page ;-) https://www.rivianforums.com/forum/threads/no-real-am-or-fm-radio-in-the-r2.60060/post-1021442
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Fanboy defenders of the brand. I'll miss XM antenna/receiver more than AM/FM because I actually 'adventure' away from cellular and...
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tivoboy replied to the thread No real AM or FM radio in the R2.I’ll requote the text As for AM in EV cars.. oem really don’t like to do it as the EMI frequencies that the EV motors and wiring...
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tivoboy replied to the thread No real AM or FM radio in the R2.It’s a lot more than $35 all in https://www.rivianforums.com/forum/threads/no-real-am-or-fm-radio-in-the-r2.60060/post-1019566
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Smart move for Rivian is to run the entire list of people who want Launch Editions and pump out as many as they can because until a...
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Except that the sun's radiant heat isn't UV, it's IR.
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tivoboy replied to the thread R2 Roof Sun Shade.during my demo drive last week I checked around the inside of the roof liner and glass and there is PLENTY of space there for clips to...
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IR = Makes you feel hot UV = Burns your skin
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tivoboy reacted to Mos Eisley's post in the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions with Like.
There are mechanical latches on each door.
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tivoboy reacted to tgrick's post in the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions with Like.
When Miami had the R2 demo days I specifically asked about emergency door releases. Inside the doors tucked away from view was a strap...
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tivoboy replied to the thread R2 Roof Sun Shade.It just takes a bit of time. If there was demand for an R1 version, there will CLEARLY be demand for an R2 version. The only concern I...
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That's a shame. The one they made for the R1T is fantastic.
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I don't think it's going to go down fast for a while, because reserves are pretty much depleted, and Gas CEOs were saying last week it...
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tivoboy reacted to AndySTL928's post in the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions with Like.
Had our test drive Saturday in St. Louis. Pros: Car looks amazing in person. The interior is fantastic. Very comfortable seats...
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tivoboy reacted to Virtio's post in the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions with Like.
Here's what I thought of my very limited 15 minute test drive. What I test drove: R2 Performance with 20" AT tires What I drive daily...
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tivoboy reacted to DaveA's post in the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions with Like.
I am 6'1" and also felt this in the mid upper back, but I believe its something that will soften after a few months of use.
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tivoboy replied to the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions.I'm thinking a silly but nicely done foam insert would fit in that crevice and lessen the gap that seems to allow the top section to...
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tivoboy reacted to Great Gatsby's post in the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions with Like.
Like everyone has said, it's quite good. It is what Rivian needed it to be. I am sure it will sell quite well. I liked it enough to keep...
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tivoboy reacted to Apprunner's post in the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions with Sad.
AC felt weak in my test drive and it was about 78 degrees. The ventilated seats were great though...but loud. The roof was emanating...
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tivoboy replied to the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions.So yes, I had this same issue (and I’m 6’4” too!).. where the lower lumbar and mid back panel, meets the upper thoracic and shoulder...
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tivoboy replied to the thread No real AM or FM radio in the R2.The tunein app streams NPR As for AM in EV cars.. oem really don’t like to do it as the EMI frequencies that the EV motors and wiring...
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EV Drive motors with brushes interfere with AM radio just like lightning does. But, they do not interfere with FM radio reception...
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Many EVs lack AM because the motor interferes with the signal I'm shocked how many people still use "radio" , I haven't used FM in at...
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tivoboy replied to the thread Are There Alternatives to Rivian Level2 Charger?.Just make sure you only buy the Tesla GEN 3 mobile connector. The all black one. Earlier gen 1 and 2 won’t work for non Tesla nacs EV cars.
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tivoboy replied to the thread R2 order timeline data point: VIN assigned in "Steps" stage.Seems odd thst the mostly very predictable stock and highest volume configuration for a day one purchaser is still 20 days out for delivery?
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tivoboy reacted to foofoo's post in the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions with Like.
I've got a Model Y and a Gen 1 R1T. My experience based on a test drive of R2: It's a great vehicle, better than my Tesla. Seems like...
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I actually expected the opposite. If it's a Rivian lease they have the power to extend it to help line up with delivery windows (and I...
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Think of it in the simple case: Lets produce the first 25k vehicles all with: Black Crater Signature interior Tow hitch Dual Motor AWD...
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tivoboy replied to the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions.The R2 IN the showroom had music services enabled, and I tested the sound there and it was “ok”, a bit too forward and there was BASS...
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tivoboy replied to the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions.These two about seat cooling, and the seat cooling fans I concur.. it was odd. I’m used to Benz, Jeep with seat cooling and not used to...
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tivoboy reacted to voxel's post in the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions with Like.
R2 NVH is great. Ride quality is vastly better than gen1 R1S and a notch better gen2 R1S. Audio is meh. It's not horrible but it's...
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tivoboy replied to the thread R2 Roof Sun Shade.I had a test drive yesterday..It was 88 here, car said 93 (outside and affected by vehicle temp heat absorption, but still most likely...
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tivoboy replied to the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions.Most ppl with R1s say the R2 is quieter, might be better fit and finish, less materials in doors and overall, or sound proofing? or...
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tivoboy replied to the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions.I managed to get up to ~ 80-82 for about 3 miles.. WIND noise in the cabin seemed quite good, although there was an annoying wind/fan...
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tivoboy reacted to DaveA's post in the thread R2 Demo Drive Scheduling is LIVE! Anyone book test drive yet? with Like.
He's smoking crack...its not fantastic. Its passable at best. Everything else about R2 is fantastic.