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Anyone else mistake the trucks in the background as some sort of rack on top?
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Fas-Top Soft Top installed... hate it or love it ? This thing is awesome for work
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I think they look like crap - but like @bgn said - no topper is winning a beauty contest.
For as bad as they look - I love the utility/flexibility they offer - primary the easy stow and go in under the tonneau cover and then also the ability to ride it in safari mode for the 4 legged friends or just a day out in the woods and wanting a shady refuge.
For as bad as they look - I love the utility/flexibility they offer - primary the easy stow and go in under the tonneau cover and then also the ability to ride it in safari mode for the 4 legged friends or just a day out in the woods and wanting a shady refuge.
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The soft topper model comes in at 949.00 One piece unit only no tonneau included
The fas top is 1199.00
So $250 price difference which is completely justified considering you get a.
Tonneau cover included
And the functionality of switching between the two easily.
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Here's the additional pic you requested.
Takes off about 5 and 1/2 in in the front
If you zoom in you can see the two pins and cutter key when you remove that The whole unit slips right off.
Typical of a Tesla owner...No wait...I also own a Tesla Model 3 long range AWD...yeah, the toppers...I had one years ago..not a lot of improvement looks wise..but functioned ok. Actually thinking of getting one again..the Softopper..maybe. ( 16,892 miles on the tesla..a 2021)
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Just passed 11k on my 3 - it needs a new upper control arm.
Besides that - my two chief complaints are lack of interior space (I have 3 kids under 8) and the incredibly harsh ride.
The lack of interior space is not the 3's fault - it is what it is - I just underestimated how much I'd have all 3 kids with me. In fact, it is those short 5 minute rides that kill me because I spend more time getting them buckled in and situated.
The ride is comically harsh to me but at least it is a trade off for just absolutely killer handling. I feel that the harsh (and silent) ride contributes to the "squeaks and rattles" that everyone complains about. I found that my rattles are from two things - the doors moving against the large weather stripping, and my rear seat back/latches have the quality of a late 80s Chevy but they don't really bug me.
I'm confident Tesla will fix the UCA - there are dozens of forum posts and discussions - it is a known issue.
Otherwise, it's been a real joy to own and my napkin math has me average about $0.045-$0.05/mi to fuel - a far cry from the 119eMPG it is supposed to get it but that is real world calculations of my cost per mi. That is roughly 75mpg @ $3.50/gal and 0-60 in 3.7sec (I have the acceleration boost) is pretty alright.
This is sounding like the Tesla Motor Club forum...almost. Sorry about the control arms...I have heard about that, and yeah, for a family with 3 kids..not gona work. Maybe a Y.
We still love our 3, but plan on doing what we did before we got it...Traveling to Eastern Oregon to explore ( gravel or dirt roads, and no charging stations for a long ways)
Have had the Maverick for 4 days now...love the feel of it and the Tesla won't be getting as many miles on it.
We still love our 3, but plan on doing what we did before we got it...Traveling to Eastern Oregon to explore ( gravel or dirt roads, and no charging stations for a long ways)
Have had the Maverick for 4 days now...love the feel of it and the Tesla won't be getting as many miles on it.
What? Tonneau cover included? I didn't see that on their web site ( probably means I should open my eyes,yeah?)
No drilling holes anywhere in the installation I presume?Here's the additional pic you requested.
Takes off about 5 and 1/2 in in the front
If you zoom in you can see the two pins and cutter key when you remove that The whole unit slips right off.
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I was considering the Softopper so I could put the dogs in the back, but I'm liking the utility of this one much more, especially since it has its own tonneau.
I'm assuming this is the version in question:
https://www.fas-top.com/fas-top-traveler-topper-tonneau/
I'm assuming this is the version in question:
https://www.fas-top.com/fas-top-traveler-topper-tonneau/
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yes no drilling , fast and easy install 4 clamps
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Thanks happypipes...I may get one, although I need permission from the office of budget and planning, er the wife.
looks good. debating between this and the softopper. is this one able to have "windows" or any kind of area that can be opened while driving?
Only 4 clamps total to hold it down? Any issues with leaks especially by the cab? I think I would prefer 6 clamps like my existing soft tonneau.Here's the additional pic you requested.
Takes off about 5 and 1/2 in in the front
If you zoom in you can see the two pins and cutter key when you remove that The whole unit slips right off.
I'm loving my Fas-top soft top its perfect for mon- fri work time & then hide it away under the Tonneau on the weekends + it goes pretty good with the gray and blackout package.
Thanks for your post. I saw a video of it yesterday. I really like the versatility that this cover provides.
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