Had to try my new NACS adapter at a Tesla Supercharger

[Flyin7]

I got my adapter a few weeks ago and been wanting to try it out before I actually need it on a road trip. The supercharger network had never let me down with my Tesla MS so I was anxious when superchargers opened up for Rivian.

First note to self is don't hit Park Meadows Mall at 7PM on Saturday..... Packed with Teslas! so I drove .5 miles across the street to the Centennial Supercharger. Charger 3D was open and on the end so I would not take 2 valuable parking spots to charge my T. I hooked up the adapter and plugged it in, stepped back in the truck and it was already charging...Lots of Tesla driver looking my way... My phone buzzed and showed I had a $25 Rivian charge on my CC..... in 10 Minutes I had gained 70 miles.......I'm thrilled with this added charging option.

1 small problem was after I stopped charging and pulled the cable, I could not get the adapter to release from the Tesla cable. I pressed the release and pulled hard with no movement.......No way was I leaving the adapter after waiting so long for it. After a few tries and a lot of pulling, it did relinquish the connection....

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[Riviot]

What would be the right grease to put on these to keep them from getting stuck? Assuming you put it on the outside of the Tesla plug

 

[MtnRiv]

What would be the right grease to put on these to keep them from getting stuck? Assuming you put it on the outside of the Tesla plug

Elbow grease works great!

 

[Riviot]

Elbow grease works great!

 

[MtnRiv]

Maybe dialectic grease? I know that is good for electrical connections. Honestly, I found that the connector loos end up with a few on/off rotations. I haven’t had an issue since the first day.

 

[240vPlug]

I wouldn't put any grease in there. Will collect dirt, dust, and debris over time.

 

[NC-Rivian]

Elbow grease works great!

My A2Z loosened up after a few uses and, while still snug, is much smoother now..

 

[BenB]

Rivian is suppose to be sending them out as per time of ownership. Where are they on the list because I checked with Rivian and they said a 3rd party was sending them out so they had no way f knowing how far they are up the list.I am also leaving on a long road trip end of June and would love to have the Tesla option. We also have a Tesla and know the reliably of their chargers compared to the commercial chargers. My R1T is number 1867.

 

[KYR1SMan]

Rivian is suppose to be sending them out as per time of ownership. Where are they on the list because I checked with Rivian and they said a 3rd party was sending them out so they had no way f knowing how far they are up the list.I am also leaving on a long road trip end of June and would love to have the Tesla option. We also have a Tesla and know the reliably of their chargers compared to the commercial chargers. My R1T is number 1867.

I was about to post to see if anyone has received the new adapter.
I am really looking forward to using it.

 

[SwampNut]

I put dry lube on mine since I’d heard about them being hard to fit and remove.

 

[moondogg]

Rivian is suppose to be sending them out as per time of ownership. Where are they on the list because I checked with Rivian and they said a 3rd party was sending them out so they had no way f knowing how far they are up the list.I am also leaving on a long road trip end of June and would love to have the Tesla option. We also have a Tesla and know the reliably of their chargers compared to the commercial chargers. My R1T is number 1867.

Spend the $200 for the A2Z adapter. Sell one of them when you get the Rivian. We spent $90K or so on these vehicles. We can spend $200 for an adapter. Plus we'll get nearly all of the money back when we sell it

 

[Riviot]

I put dry lube on mine since I’d heard about them being hard to fit and remove.

Which one?

 

[SwampNut]

You know, I have several, and can't recall. Either Dupont Non-stick or WD-40 Dry (*NOT* regular WD-40) most likely. I've also used GN high-molybdenum grease with great results. It's got a super thin film and doesn't really leave things greasy.

 

[CO-rayman]

Maybe dialectic grease? I know that is good for electrical connections. Honestly, I found that the connector loos end up with a few on/off rotations. I haven’t had an issue since the first day.

I second dialectic grease if you have to put some kind of lubricant at all. The other lubricants may cause an arc if you accidentally put too much on.

Because of the high voltages involved, I personally would scrap off a bit of the plastic from the adapter contact points with some sand paper instead of any lubricant.

 

[VSG]

Re: "dialectic grease"

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