Here is a cool product that is discrete and fits perfectly. Solves the painpoint of missing garage opener.
Very cool work. Here is a packaged version of something discrete (https://www.etsy.com/listing/4493607463/tesla-cybertruck-integrated-garage-door)For me, My Q has not been working for many reasons, WI-FI wasn't strong, I tried extenders, Truck would loose GPS signal in the garage and so it wouldn't Auto-close and MyQ would have server issues, it was a never ending problem. So I always carried a garage door opener with me. Finally, I decided to do something small and discrete to open/close the garage door. And I thought the best place to locate a button would be on the overhead PRND console. I wanted it to look as small as possible. Heck it just needs to be a tiny button. So amazon has this little remote for $15. and of all remotes it has the smallest chip footprint.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F1N3P9KQ?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1
Here is what it looks like on the inside. This remote has two buttons, I only used one, but if you need a second for the gate or something - it can do that.
Her are the pics of the other side of the PRND console, the side screws are removed. to allow the side plastics to slide in and out, that helped me get an idea of where to place the chip.
Right there is where I wanted to place the button. And here is the pic of the button. This button has a long push button thingy, long enough to pass through the plastic and protrude a few millimeters.
After destroying the OG push button, I have attached a couple of wires. It may not look pretty but it works and nothing is shorting and it is solid.
Obviously you need a hole. It's not that easy to make a super clean hole, but that’s my best. I think the hard part here is fixating the push button. I used a metal rod to press it against the plastic. It was heated and just pushed through the plastic. It's solid and does not move.
Double sided tape to glue the chip and put the rest back together. The position is also important, that’s the only spot it will clear.
This is what it looks like in the car. I did have to remove a couple of tabs that hold the console but it is still sturdy. You can barely see it, fully functional.
I also suspect that the new network communications protocol used in the CT (the Etherloop) would have to be worked into a HomeLink module in order for the CT to get the same automation as you approach the gate/door functionality that you see in the cars.
Well, HomeLink is patented. But, not by Tesla. So, Tesla would have to pay someone else for the use of it. Tesla found most people weren't using it, so they quit including it but offered it as an add-on. I don't know why they completely abandoned it. Too bad though. My wife loves that the garage opens and closes for her without effort in her MY. Fluffy and I just look on in envy. Well, to be fair, Fluffy parks outside anyway. Maybe the next house...
Looking at it I think that sticks out a ways past the back of the steering wheel, would be afraid it would snag getting in and out or on knees.Very cool work. Here is a packaged version of something discrete (https://www.etsy.com/listing/4493607463/tesla-cybertruck-integrated-garage-door)
I'll let you know, I bought it today.. Can't have too many sollutions I say
Cool, I have a big square garage door opening 2 sided taped up high near manual shifter, it isn't bad but if that solution is as good as it looks in the pics it MIGHT be good enough to waste $50 on for a little extra vanityI'll let you know, I bought it today.. Can't have too many sollutions I say
I got mine yesterday and love it. Paired to both of my doors and the range is good. Great spot for the openers.Here is a cool product that is discrete and fits perfectly. Solves the painpoint of missing garage opener.
https://www.etsy.com/listing/4493607463/tesla-cybertruck-integrated-garage-door
