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I don’t know Doug….according to Fletch (movie with Chevy Chase) : "It's all ball bearings nowadays. Now you prepare that Fetzer valve with some 3-in-1 oil and some gauze pads."

Ah.. you said the magic word “training”. I agree that most shops could service Slates but first some have to pull their head out of their …..When I first got my EV I called 3 local shops to see about having a hitch put on. They gave me various noise about how they don’t work on EV‘s because...

Hoping the repair network (RepairPal) is going to have many of the locations culled out and not even listed when you enter your vehicle make/model. This would allow Slate to work with ONLY the shops that would undertake and accept factory service procedures for Slates. Back when I was active in...

Gotta have the (vertically challenged) boss of this outfit be able to at least sit in one, and hopefully test drive. Need to ensure she can reach all pedals and controls, see over the dash. If so…it’s a go. Was disappointed she couldn’t even sit in one at the Detroit event.

Yup. The last thing I’d ever do to my Slate is a sunroof of any kind. But I would love to add the GDO (goat driving option) that RJ mentioned. On a more serious note, Slate would be smart to keep any/all initial options super simple the first several years. NO electronically driven motor things...

Hal is correct. However I’m puzzled why Slate sent me an email invite since I’m just one of many who pre-ordered. I totally get the value potential influencer meet-up. But Slate had to know that a few of us with deposits would really want to sit in one, see the frunk opened, be able to ask...

Couple of prototypes and no one could sit in either. In fact one was closed up tight and you couldn’t even see in, if I’d known this event was a hipster gathering and not really for getting up to date information I wouldn’t have gone. We talked to several people dressed in Slate hats/shirts who...

Same for me. Guess it’s a “be there or be square “ invite 🤫

Many ICE vehicles have their “surprise!” jumbo repair bills. I oughta know as I’ve had the dreaded Subaru head gasket, Honda intercooler, Dodge clutch debacles and could list many more. Worst was Jeep transfer case which thank Zeus got warranty coverage after a battle royale with Mercedes. It’s...

We’ve been subscriptioned half to death in this day and age. No wonder many are struggling financially. The Ford Pass app is working fine for me and cost $0. i avoided all the paywall ”features” but can handle charging duties, cabin temps, service functions, from phone, tablet or laptop...

Love Slate's no infotainment plan. Leave it to Crutchfield and others to come up with killer sound for those that need it. Having it portable is a plus to me as well. So I can either use my phone of high res AK player with whatever powered speaker(s) I choose. Only downside? Charging cords. Was...

Ah yes …you had the durable plastic panels as did I. Despite some hard use, when I traded the Element in it looked great after a little detail work. That’s why the molded Slate panels suit me just fine.

Just found this old thread. Bingo! When I first read about Slate my mind flashed onto my former Element. I was one of the first to buy one, loved it and man was it versatile. Not AWD though and squirrely as hell in snow and I also needed at the time to tow trailers. So traded for Ridgeline...

My Slate will be hauling boards, canoes, bikes and kayaks. Garden materials when cornered to get busy with chores instead of playing. So I’ll join you in the slow lane and the backroads. My Mach E trained me to dial it down if I wanted to extend range as well as enjoy getting the hell off the...

Back when I was even more stupid than I am now, I was supposed to have a friend drive me 80 miles to pick up a new Volvo. Last minute he bailed. I had to hitchhike with a check made out to the dealership in my pocket. Wouldn't ya know they said "we can't take a personal check for that amount"...

How could one NOT bring up the Detroit Lions in this thread? Assemble motivated and skilled talent and go 15-2. Lose them to injury and go down in flames. As long as Slate brings in one all-pro after another to their roster, and can check all egos at the front gate, they have a very good chance...

One compelling reason why I put in a reservation was the revamp of an existing property that could have sat for years as an eyesore. Cost of course has prevented many such efforts as it's been cheaper to "build new". But we know where that leads. As long as Slate has room to expand on the site...

Scoff away since this comment likely deserves it. I can't help but think building a de-contented EV is a bit like when I used to rebuild and take apart slot cars. Once the motor and chassis were picked out, any number of other parts could be chosen to achieve either a faster or more stable slot...

I refuse to adjust my comfort and have adjusted my thinking. Gary, I love that line! Gonna use it plenty. Where do I send the royalty check?