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  1. dtbaker61

    Do you consider the Mach-E an SUV?

    I consider mine (Select) a CUV.... but only after breaking the 'rules' and installing a receiver hitch for my bike rack, and occasional utility trailer use. without the hitch it would just be a big heavy pretty good handling hatchback with not good enough performance to be considered a 'sport'...
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    PAAK and 12v degradation

    I turn off Bluetooth on my phone when I am home.... no problem with LV battery (3+ years now) since my MME 'sleeps soundly'. My office is right next to garage, and I am in and out of garge many times per day. I usually charge for a few hours every couple days to keep HV between 50%-90%, and...
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    Floor Mats, Cargo Mat and Interior Organizational stuff?

    $99 - https://www.tesmanian.com/collections/ford-mustang-mach-e-accessories/products/ford-mustang-mach-e-floor-mats-full-set .... fit well, and are 100% water-proof if you have mud/snow to deal with
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    Preparing for Mach-E charging at home - preparation and installing charger

    unless you have two EVs, and both driving more than 100 miles per day every day, I can't imagine why you would want to install two chargers. personally, I'd have your electrician put in one NEMA 14-50 outlet (with 50a circuit in your service), and charge using a mobile charger at 32amps...
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    As promised pictures of my new aftermarket wheels

    the second valve is to purge air when you fill with nitrogen
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    Towing a trailer with the Mach-E : part one

    interesting option to avoid physical tap of ANY existing LED wire, but $229 is a bit much compared to a couple posi-taps at $1 each...
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    Towing a trailer with the Mach-E : part one

    why would it be a big problem to tap existing LED wires if trailer lights are also LED ? I could see it being a problem if trailer lights are old incandescent with higher current draw.
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    Towing a trailer with the Mach-E : part one

    How good/bad were the instructions ? Working well for you ? I found another one, but have not installed either yet. https://www.etrailer.com/Custom-Fit-Vehicle-Wiring/Ford/Mustang+Mach-E/2021/TK24VR.html?VehicleID=20216004440 ... seems a bit pricey compared to tapping a couple wires, but if...
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    Towing a trailer with the Mach-E : part one

    The point (to me) is that the vehicle is mechanically the same... the tow capabilities *should* be the same. If you want to tow, get one of the several US towbars available, install it, and be happy using your SUV as an actual 'Utility Vehicle'. I use my Torklift hitch receiver *mostly* for my...
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    Towing a trailer with the Mach-E : part one

    a. the car/ford/dealership won't 'know' if you tap existing tail-light wires to run a simple 4 or 7 wire plug for trailer lights. b. ford won't care unless you damage the drivetrain/battery in some way while pulling a trailer and they can prove that towing caused the damage so they can disallow...
  11. dtbaker61

    Announced: 2024 Mach-E gets more range, faster charging + GT model gets optional Performance Upgrade: 0-60 mph in 3.3s. 1/4 Mile in 11.8s @ 114 mph

    I'd love to know if there is a significant change in the HVBJB hardware, sensors, or software that could be transplanted to a '21 to enable full WOT for 12 seconds!
  12. dtbaker61

    How often do you plan on using your NACS adapter?

    I bought a 'TeslaTap' destination charger in case I overnight anywhere that has only a Tesla L2.... haven't used it yet, but it's stored in my car just in case. I look forward to the NACS, but am unsure how often I'll need it. I took my first multi-day trip last year after 3 years of ownership...
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    Total Eclipse in Northern New England. Don't drive electric

    unless you stay overnight somewhere that has a L2 for overnight charge.
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    Why not buy a 2021?

    I would insist on the HVBJB remove/replacement be done before you take delivery..... and ask for a deeper discount since you will not get any of the $7500 tax credit that the '21 original owner collected on. given current MSRP for a new '23 just dropped, and the '21 has 31k miles.... I wouldn't...
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    Rivian R2 Reveal w/ R3 and R3X Surprises! $45K, 0-60 >3 seconds, 300+ miles range, NACS port, 4695 batteries

    The Mach-e cargo area, with a 3" foam trifold mattress (I have one from Tesmainian), and front seats tipped forward provides a REALLY nice camp bed... 6' long ! combined with a 'Hatch-tent', and inductive cooktop, the Mach-e is well equipped for car camping...
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    Suggestion for New Product - frunk tray

    sounds like a project for @AOSK . At EV events I usually use my 2-burner inductive cooktop sitting on its storage box to provide a flat surface, and show off the ability to export power from 12v, thru an inverter, and run the cooktop... but I can see where people might 'pony up' for a flat...
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    Ford NACS Adapter has shipped [and NOW ARRIVING]!

    cool, if they are shipping into the 8000's now.... it will be super interesting to see how many they are able to ship out each month! I'll check back in May and see where ya'll are at.
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    Is the frunk a safe place to store valuables?

    hopefully the OP will see this response.... yes, the hood can be popped via the 12v jumpers, but ONLY if the 12v battery in the frunk is completely dead.... which is something we all hope never to experience. so, the frunk is probably the 'safest' place in the car for anything valuable since...
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    Frunk Tub Removed [Pics]

    OMG, really, worried about weight in your Mach-e ?! ....well I can relate to a degree ;) leftover from my bike racing days when grams mattered. If it makes you feel better, do what I did and removed the under-hood plastic tub cover, and the rear 'beauty' cover... and leave them off. I think I...
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    Frunk Tub Removed [Pics]

    I will be installing 2awg because I like to have the capability to export up to 1500watts or so when camping or running tool chargers at job sites.


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