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Tesla Model 3/Y PRE-CCS ECU vs Upgraded CCS ECU | 3rd Party NACS charging in Canada
3rd party NACS (Tesla plug) charging stations require CCS enabled Tesla ECU’s (2021 and newer) or else an upgraded ECU that supports CCS. I show the current situation here:
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Tesla Model 3 AWD | Power Conversion System Exploded | Cost to Replace | 3rd Party Service vs Tesla
In this video we share the process of getting a No Charge scenario fixed comparing Tesla Service vs Local EV Repair shop and many factors to consider. I should add an important note here that the ‘parts’ code from Rivers Edge likely also includes ‘shipping the parts’ which the PCS is a large part that…
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BC Hydro Next Generation NACS EV Charging Hubs in Prince George, BC
In this episode we check out the new BC Hydro charging hub at the College of New Caledonia in Prince George, BC
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Chevy Silverado EV Emergency CCS Port Release
This video shows how to manually release a CCS plug that is stuck in your Chevy Silverado EV
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Tesla Model 3 Crash Experience in Northern BC
What happens when your Tesla is involved in a car accident but you live 8 hours away from the closest Tesla Service Center?
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Remote Off-grid Charging Stations Hwy 97 and 37 in Northern BC, Canada
Five “Off Grid” sites are currently being constructed along Highways 97 and 37 in the Northern Interior region of BC – thanks to BC Hydro. The first of these 5 sites, the Pink Mountain – Buffalo Inn off-grid charging station at 23701 Highway 97 became active on August 21st. With this new site, BC Hydro…
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2020 Tesla Model 3 PTC Heater Repair | 3rd party EV shop in Northern BC experience
In this episode we discuss my PTC Cabin heater failing, how I diagnosed it, and why I chose to use Rivers Edge Services (a local mechanic shop) to get the service work done.
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Tesla Model 3 Important Brake Maintenance | Seized Caliper Pins
In this video, I show my experience doing service for the first time in 4 years on my 2020 AWD Tesla Model 3. The brand of brakes used by Tesla vehicles is Brembo which is also used in BMW and Mercedes. I show that leaving that maintenance work for too many years, may lead to…
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The Basic’s for new Electric Vehicle owners
In this video, we discuss some basic introductory topics for new Electric Vehicle owners.
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Tesla Model 3 charging adapters AC/DC | Tips, tricks, and education | CCS1, Chademo, Setec, TT30P
This educational video takes us through various charging adapters that are available for Tesla Vehicles, how they work, and limitations on the car, the adapter, and weather impact on charging performance.