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Exact same overall size as original full-size Cybertruck style.
Exact same interior bed size as original full-size Cybertruck style.
Exact same cabin interior size as original full-size Cybertruck style.
95% same exterior body panels as original full-size Cybertruck style.
95% same components & processes as original full-size Cybertruck style.
a. metal roof should simplify body fabrication (no glass support rails & seal).
b. If original glass roof is UL 752 Level 1 bullet resistant,
3mm cold-rolled SS cheaper install, less weight, lower TCO.
100% use of suspension components from original full-size Cybertruck style
100% use of drive train components from original full-size Cybertruck style
Differences
1. No glass roof. Roof is same 3mm cold-rolled stainless as rest of body.
Glass roof is not good for antennas. Issues with mounting.
Antenna does not radiate signal properly when mounted on glass roof.
2. Full pass-thru from cab to bed (only when tonneau cover is fully open or closed)
3. Sail panels are removable. If sail panels are structural need cabin-bed joint reinforcing.
4. Mount points for 5th wheel hitch in bed.
5. Tesla not void warranty if we install snow plow and Tesla tell us best install points.
Additional capabilities
1. On metal roof - easier to mount antennas, light bars, and other accessories.
2. Inside on roof ceiling - Easier to mount radios, radio stacks, LCD TVs, ceiling consoles.
3. 5th wheel hitch for more stable towing of large trailer. (Need to remove sail panels).
4. Radio antennas work properly. Signal radiates optimally. Easier install. More choices.
5. Mount points for snow plows and winches
6. Different sail panels can be used that increase vault storage area and give higher ceiling height.
*** for example of shapes, see pictures below. Yes some shapes will increase drag a lot.
a. The current triangular sail panel means vault storage has a tall ceiling near the cab side and low ceiling near tailgate.
b. If the triangular sail panels could be removed and replaced with a rectangular panels that had a height level with back of cab you would have a significant increase in volume and when camping in the closed vault and be able to sit up while at the back of the vault (near the tail gate). These rectangular panels would have retractable tonneau cover rails so the standard retractable cover could still open and close (but would be horizontal instead of sloping down to tailgate). Half height swing doors at tailgate side to close gap between top of tailgate and ceiling of side panels. So this option is like a simple camper shell with a retractable tonneau roof.
c: Another option is to have sloping up triangle sail panels. the sail panel angle would start at the cab and then slope up. This would give a even larger camping area. Again can use stock tonneau cover. Half height swing door at tailgate side to close gap.
Will have to provide barrier for water flowing toward tonneau opening.
** Different types of triangular & rectangular sail panels designs could be provided by 3rd party suppliers. Some might be from lighter weight materials
Exact same interior bed size as original full-size Cybertruck style.
Exact same cabin interior size as original full-size Cybertruck style.
95% same exterior body panels as original full-size Cybertruck style.
95% same components & processes as original full-size Cybertruck style.
a. metal roof should simplify body fabrication (no glass support rails & seal).
b. If original glass roof is UL 752 Level 1 bullet resistant,
3mm cold-rolled SS cheaper install, less weight, lower TCO.
100% use of suspension components from original full-size Cybertruck style
100% use of drive train components from original full-size Cybertruck style
Differences
1. No glass roof. Roof is same 3mm cold-rolled stainless as rest of body.
Glass roof is not good for antennas. Issues with mounting.
Antenna does not radiate signal properly when mounted on glass roof.
2. Full pass-thru from cab to bed (only when tonneau cover is fully open or closed)
3. Sail panels are removable. If sail panels are structural need cabin-bed joint reinforcing.
4. Mount points for 5th wheel hitch in bed.
5. Tesla not void warranty if we install snow plow and Tesla tell us best install points.
Additional capabilities
1. On metal roof - easier to mount antennas, light bars, and other accessories.
2. Inside on roof ceiling - Easier to mount radios, radio stacks, LCD TVs, ceiling consoles.
3. 5th wheel hitch for more stable towing of large trailer. (Need to remove sail panels).
4. Radio antennas work properly. Signal radiates optimally. Easier install. More choices.
5. Mount points for snow plows and winches
6. Different sail panels can be used that increase vault storage area and give higher ceiling height.
*** for example of shapes, see pictures below. Yes some shapes will increase drag a lot.
a. The current triangular sail panel means vault storage has a tall ceiling near the cab side and low ceiling near tailgate.
b. If the triangular sail panels could be removed and replaced with a rectangular panels that had a height level with back of cab you would have a significant increase in volume and when camping in the closed vault and be able to sit up while at the back of the vault (near the tail gate). These rectangular panels would have retractable tonneau cover rails so the standard retractable cover could still open and close (but would be horizontal instead of sloping down to tailgate). Half height swing doors at tailgate side to close gap between top of tailgate and ceiling of side panels. So this option is like a simple camper shell with a retractable tonneau roof.
c: Another option is to have sloping up triangle sail panels. the sail panel angle would start at the cab and then slope up. This would give a even larger camping area. Again can use stock tonneau cover. Half height swing door at tailgate side to close gap.
Will have to provide barrier for water flowing toward tonneau opening.
** Different types of triangular & rectangular sail panels designs could be provided by 3rd party suppliers. Some might be from lighter weight materials
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