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This might be difficult. The only option that I'm seeing is hex FF6A13 which is a fairly bright Orange.
Thanks just finished my order.Two quick updates:
- Launch Forest is back in stock. All solo orders will it have been shipped. We're working through orders which have other items on them now.
- Carbon Infused is now in stock and is shipping early. (we initially expected next week at some point) Pictures of it are up too.
Also - a few fun details with the CF version:
- They are actually made from PA12HT-CF. It's a super durable Nylon that is rated up to 300 degrees C. (nearly 600 F) It's used in structural parts and in engine bays.
- The filament is more than 4x as expensive than the already expensive ASA I use for everything else.
- The model is actually different from the one that I use and have posted for every other color. This is because shrinkage during printing needs to be accounted for.
- It's really tough to work with. Removing the small support needed during printing is exceedingly difficult.
- It's more susceptible to creaking than the ASA version, so I include extra foam with every one.
- It's what I use for my keychain. It feels really different - less smooth, more rough.
- It's 100% a limited edition item. When I'm done with this roll, I'll likely never make it again. That said, it's probably not for everyone. Most people would be as well if not better off with the ASA Black Midnight.
Hello my dudes!
Today is a super exciting day - allow me to officially introduce the OpenSourceEV Parts Rangefinder Key Fob Surround. It replaces the gimmicky carabiner part of the key fob with a durable, beautiful, colorful, and functional ASA Plastic or Nylon Carbon-Fiber replacement.
Let's be honest - the carabiner key fob that Rivian made for R1T and R1S is neat in theory, but less so in reality. When the novelty wears off, many of us it a bit too bulky, a bit too heavy, less functional that hoped as it opens waaay too easily to be trusted. This item is designed to fix all of that.
The OpenSourceEV Rangefinder Key Fob Surround installs in under 5 minutes and replaces the metal carabiner part of the key fob with a strong, light-weight ASA or Nylon Carbon Fiber bit. It drops the weight of the key fob by over half (20 Grams), makes it nearly 2 CM shorter, and 5 MM narrower. It adds a reliable keychain hook.
All of that is great, but it's called "Rangefinder" for a reason. In our testing, locking function from the key fob increases from ~295ft to ~385ft -- an increase of nearly 25%. We took photos of one of our tests, and here is what it looks like:
Max distance the test R1T responds to the lock command issued from the key fob - stock:
Max distance the test R1T responds to the lock command issued from the key fob - with the Rangefinder installed:
Notice the truck responding in the second picture? The white Do Not Enter sign is next to the telephone pole in the second. Your distance may vary, but it does appear that removing decorative metal from in front of an antenna actually helps!
With this item, your key fob is more pocketable, and more functional, but it's no good if the product fell out of the ugly tree. Luckily, it is beautiful, and is available in 9 different colors that are decent approximations of the Rivian colors:
Additionally, we're producing a very quantity-limited, black only version constructed of carbon fiber infused Nylon. It's a bit more challenging to install, but it's tremendously robust, feels great in the hand, and uniquely different.
- Midnight Stealth (Black)
- RJ (Bright Blue)
- Not Compass (Yellow)
- LA Limestone (Light Grey Silver)
- El Capitano (Dark Grey)
- Glacier Iceburg (White)
- Canyonero (Red)
- Launch Forrest (Dark Green)
- Dollar Tree (Sparkly Green that I bought by mistake which is on sale day one until it sells out)
These went on sale yesterday to our newsletter subscribers and are shipping starting today! Pricing is very reasonable:
$8.95 for Stealth Black
$9.95 for Most Colors
$14.95 for Nylon Carbon Fiber
A whopping $1.95 for Dollar Tree while they last
You can order here: https://opensourceev.com/products/rangefinder-key-fob-surround
A few quick notes:
- You'll need a T5 Torx bit to remove 3 tiny screws from inside of the key fob. We've sourced an inexpensive option should you need it - the link is on the page.
- While the photos posted of the colors are not retouched at all, but we believe that coloring is a bit oversaturated. This makes them appear brighter in photos than in reality. The red, for instance, is a bit deeper and darker.
- This is a 3D printed product. it might have very slight ridges on the outside which will gradually wear down with continued use.
- We'll also be including a bit of foam with each of these initially in case of any plastic-on-plastic noise. If you end up using it, please drop us a line.
- The opensource STL file has been posted! It's available on our Printables page here: https://www.printables.com/social/519281-rob-opensourceev/models
We've also made a video showing the colors and installation:
Here are some additional photos:
There are nearly 40 photos on the product page.
Were happy to answer any questions you may have!
Just bought it in Glacial White. I miss the days of my 1976 FJ40, which had three keys in an elegantly simple leatherette case. And, my 1990 4Runner that had two keys. Would love to have a slim elegant key again, or at least a key fob that was the minimal size needed to do the job and also legible.Hello my dudes!
Today is a super exciting day - allow me to officially introduce the OpenSourceEV Parts Rangefinder Key Fob Surround. It replaces the gimmicky carabiner part of the key fob with a durable, beautiful, colorful, and functional ASA Plastic or Nylon Carbon-Fiber replacement.
Let's be honest - the carabiner key fob that Rivian made for R1T and R1S is neat in theory, but less so in reality. When the novelty wears off, many of us it a bit too bulky, a bit too heavy, less functional that hoped as it opens waaay too easily to be trusted. This item is designed to fix all of that.
The OpenSourceEV Rangefinder Key Fob Surround installs in under 5 minutes and replaces the metal carabiner part of the key fob with a strong, light-weight ASA or Nylon Carbon Fiber bit. It drops the weight of the key fob by over half (20 Grams), makes it nearly 2 CM shorter, and 5 MM narrower. It adds a reliable keychain hook.
All of that is great, but it's called "Rangefinder" for a reason. In our testing, locking function from the key fob increases from ~295ft to ~385ft -- an increase of nearly 25%. We took photos of one of our tests, and here is what it looks like:
Max distance the test R1T responds to the lock command issued from the key fob - stock:
Max distance the test R1T responds to the lock command issued from the key fob - with the Rangefinder installed:
Notice the truck responding in the second picture? The white Do Not Enter sign is next to the telephone pole in the second. Your distance may vary, but it does appear that removing decorative metal from in front of an antenna actually helps!
With this item, your key fob is more pocketable, and more functional, but it's no good if the product fell out of the ugly tree. Luckily, it is beautiful, and is available in 9 different colors that are decent approximations of the Rivian colors:
Additionally, we're producing a very quantity-limited, black only version constructed of carbon fiber infused Nylon. It's a bit more challenging to install, but it's tremendously robust, feels great in the hand, and uniquely different.
- Midnight Stealth (Black)
- RJ (Bright Blue)
- Not Compass (Yellow)
- LA Limestone (Light Grey Silver)
- El Capitano (Dark Grey)
- Glacier Iceburg (White)
- Canyonero (Red)
- Launch Forrest (Dark Green)
- Dollar Tree (Sparkly Green that I bought by mistake which is on sale day one until it sells out)
These went on sale yesterday to our newsletter subscribers and are shipping starting today! Pricing is very reasonable:
$8.95 for Stealth Black
$9.95 for Most Colors
$14.95 for Nylon Carbon Fiber
A whopping $1.95 for Dollar Tree while they last
You can order here: https://opensourceev.com/products/rangefinder-key-fob-surround
A few quick notes:
- You'll need a T5 Torx bit to remove 3 tiny screws from inside of the key fob. We've sourced an inexpensive option should you need it - the link is on the page.
- While the photos posted of the colors are not retouched at all, but we believe that coloring is a bit oversaturated. This makes them appear brighter in photos than in reality. The red, for instance, is a bit deeper and darker.
- This is a 3D printed product. it might have very slight ridges on the outside which will gradually wear down with continued use.
- We'll also be including a bit of foam with each of these initially in case of any plastic-on-plastic noise. If you end up using it, please drop us a line.
- The opensource STL file has been posted! It's available on our Printables page here: https://www.printables.com/social/519281-rob-opensourceev/models
We've also made a video showing the colors and installation:
Here are some additional photos:
There are nearly 40 photos on the product page.
Were happy to answer any questions you may have!
Agreed, key fobs is one thing that Tesla really got right. IMO. Mini car, press what you want open. Simple and half the volume of our fobs.
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Aww come on, do it. That way you know what you are doing when you get yours back...@RWerksman : my Dollar Tree has arrived today safe and sound, thank you!
(Today I visited 2 Dollar Trees so perfect day to get it
Unfortunately I cannot use it as my T is in the SC and I don't want to open the loaner's keyfob
Correct - it's not symertical at all on the inside and the surround only installs one way.
Something looks very, very wrong there. One of the sides isn't latching and it's not holding the battery tight enough to make contact. If you haven't already done so, please reach out to me via the website. I need to correlate to an order number and shipping address.@RWerksman I received mine, via order # 5056, but my fob doesnāt function when fully assembled, specifically after I put the back on. My vehicle doesnāt sense the fob is in proximity nor do any of the buttons function. When the back of the fob is NOT on, then all these functions work. And, of course, my fob performs all these functions without this Rangefinder key fob surround.
Before completing assembly, I watched your video of the disassembly and reassembly process on your website (https://opensourceev.com/products/rangefinder-key-fob-surround), and I noticed that mine is upside down or reversed, compared to yours in the video, āthe gapā that you mention in the video as having the purpose of inserting a screwdriver to pop off the cover, is on the cover with the buttons, instead of the back of the fob. No matter what I tried, I could not get it flush.
So, the one I received seems defective. Would you please help me evaluate this issue, or send me a new one? Black or light gray silver.
