Would this solve snow blocking headlights?

[That Beast Mode]

Mechanically, that would be similar to machining a block of acrylic to fill the gap. I've never worked with PPF, is this a serious suggestion?

Well the flame thrower was obviously a joke, but yes the PPF was a serious suggestion. It would work the same way as the acrylic (I think, I haven't done this, just trying to come up with ideas for you to try), but be much less work than having a block milled that would fit exactly. That would require 3d scanning and heavy machines. The PPF could be used as a seasonal thing, put it on in the winter and take it off in summer, plus buying a piece or two to experiment with would cost peanuts compared to a milled block of acrylic.

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[hemiarch]

Mechanically, that would be similar to machining a block of acrylic to fill the gap. I've never worked with PPF, is this a serious suggestion?

I worry it’s basically like super strong Saran Wrap and might tear but it’s a relatively easy thing to try. It would make the frunk unuseable though because you would have to stick it to the bumper and frunk edge if I’m understanding him correctly.
I also think with the acrylic block idea you might run into the problem of lens effect. I absolutely believe they should have moved those headlight covers a little forward to avoid the “shelf” in front of it. Bit of a boneheaded design move. It protects the light covers but ignores the snow problem.
in my opinion a heating element warm enough directly on the bumper would in fact solve the issue.

 

[That Beast Mode]

I worry it’s basically like super strong Saran Wrap and might tear but it’s a relatively easy thing to try. It would make the frunk unuseable though because you would have to stick it to the bumper and frunk edge if I’m understanding him correctly.
I also think with the acrylic block idea you might run into the problem of lens effect. I absolutely believe they should have moved those headlight covers a little forward to avoid the “shelf” in front of it. Bit of a boneheaded design move. It protects the light covers but ignores the snow problem.
in my opinion a heating element warm enough directly on the bumper would in fact solve the issue.

Yeah pretty much, the super saran wrap was what I had in my head. Its a quick and cheap solution. I thought the same thing with the acrylic block, unless its absolutely flawless, it might turn it into a prism. Another alternative that might solve both problems would be a thin sheet of acrylic that you can heat w a heat gun to bend slightly to follow the curve. You can double stick tape it to the frunk. Think of the acrylic used on those grinding helmet face shields that are replaceable, just a much larger piece. Wayyy simpler than milling a whole block

 

[cybergriz]

Yeah pretty much, the super saran wrap was what I had in my head. Its a quick and cheap solution. I thought the same thing with the acrylic block, unless its absolutely flawless, it might turn it into a prism. Another alternative that might solve both problems would be a thin sheet of acrylic that you can heat w a heat gun to bend slightly to follow the curve. You can double stick tape it to the frunk. Think of the acrylic used on those grinding helmet face shields that are replaceable, just a much larger piece. Wayyy simpler than milling a whole block

Nice DIY idea. TY

 

[TyPope]

Yeah pretty much, the super saran wrap was what I had in my head. Its a quick and cheap solution. I thought the same thing with the acrylic block, unless its absolutely flawless, it might turn it into a prism. Another alternative that might solve both problems would be a thin sheet of acrylic that you can heat w a heat gun to bend slightly to follow the curve. You can double stick tape it to the frunk. Think of the acrylic used on those grinding helmet face shields that are replaceable, just a much larger piece. Wayyy simpler than milling a whole block

Would it be possible to make a "face shield" that connects to the Frunk that extends down in front of the headlights? It could be removable in non-snow times. Either all the way across or a pair of "glasses" for the truck. You'd still be able to use the frunk.

 

[hemiarch]

Would it be possible to make a "face shield" that connects to the Frunk that extends down in front of the headlights? It could be removable in non-snow times. Either all the way across or a pair of "glasses" for the truck. You'd still be able to use the frunk.

That’s a really good idea

 

[TyPope]

Yeah pretty much, the super saran wrap was what I had in my head. Its a quick and cheap solution. I thought the same thing with the acrylic block, unless its absolutely flawless, it might turn it into a prism. Another alternative that might solve both problems would be a thin sheet of acrylic that you can heat w a heat gun to bend slightly to follow the curve. You can double stick tape it to the frunk. Think of the acrylic used on those grinding helmet face shields that are replaceable, just a much larger piece. Wayyy simpler than milling a whole block

LOL. I was literally thinking the same thing. Maybe a couple of simple slip-on face shields so you don't have to cover the whole area. It'd be possible for snow to get behind it but maybe there's a way here. Yeah... maybe I'll work on a 3d print solution so the dimensions could go to someone with a good blow mold machine...

 

[TyPope]

That’s a really good idea

Alternatively, a "winter bra" using a magnetic "wrap" that includes clear visors that extend over the lights.

 

[hemiarch]

Alternatively, a "winter bra" using a magnetic "wrap" that includes clear visors that extend over the lights.

How risqué

 

[REM]

Hi everyone,

I'm heading into my second snow season with the CT and have found that snow frequently blocks the headlights.

Besides standard options like not driving in night snow, frequent pull-overs or installing a complex heating system, has anyone found a novel way to prevent this snow build-up?

I have an idea for a potential solution: If a block of acrylic, PMMA, or Lexan were machined to fill the gap between the frunk lid and the headlights, do you think this would allow snow to blow off and prevent accumulation?

Does anyone work with these materials and have the capability to prototype this part? If not, could someone produce a CAD file for the part for me? I would be happy to try it out and get a set to anyone who helps.

Thanks

Likely the most simple solution is to mount ditch lights that are compatible with v48 so you can toggle them with the frunk accessory button.

How much are your lights being occluded? If the show is falling hard enough to smother your headlights, then I can't imagine it would be safe for you to drive faster than 30ish MPH. At that rate, your lightbar should allow you to see far enough ahead.

 

[devdrone6]

Combine the "shield" with this maybe:

https://www.cybertruckownersclub.co...umper-solution-diy-writeup.32111/#post-559091

 

[Ziggy Stardust]

Designing something to fit over the lights would also need to take into consideration how much you want to open that front trunk. Also if you do a plexiglass or Acrylic solution you would have to consider how it will affect the light beams. Telsa could have easily avoided this if they would have thought it out more. Unfortunately they could not designed the lights to be integrated into the light bar as that may have gone against Transportation Code § 547.321 per my knowledge of that code. There are also other sections of Transportation code that may come into play

The old Mechanical engineer in me has a idea but I do not have a CT to test out my idea/tweaks.

The best solution would also be to have something that is securely mounted during the winter season and can be removed easily and without any damage to the CT once spring comes.

 

[TyPope]

Likely the most simple solution is to mount ditch lights that are compatible with v48 so you can toggle them with the frunk accessory button.

How much are your lights being occluded? If the show is falling hard enough to smother your headlights, then I can't imagine it would be safe for you to drive faster than 30ish MPH. At that rate, your lightbar should allow you to see far enough ahead.

A slow, wet snow can accumulate rather quickly even if it doesn't block your vision. I've had this happen so very many times... North Dakota, Montana, Ohio, Utah.

You are right that hard snow negates much speed but it doesn't take a lot of speed to coat cold surfaces with fat flakes.

 

[cybergriz]

Likely the most simple solution is to mount ditch lights that are compatible with v48 so you can toggle them with the frunk accessory button.

How much are your lights being occluded? If the show is falling hard enough to smother your headlights, then I can't imagine it would be safe for you to drive faster than 30ish MPH. At that rate, your lightbar should allow you to see far enough ahead.

I could be going 15mph and the snow would still occlude the lights. The light from the frunk lightbar is horrendous, light reflecting off the snow is blinding. For snow driving, I would like it to be turned off completely. It's like driving through fog with high beams, only worse. I want to cover my frunk lightbar when driving in snow, but I haven't thought of an easy way to easily cover and uncover the lightbar.

 

[TyPope]

I could be going 15mph and the snow would still occlude the lights. The light from the frunk lightbar is horrendous, light reflecting off the snow is blinding. For snow driving, I would like it to be turned off completely. It's like driving through fog with high beams, only worse. I want to cover my frunk lightbar when driving in snow, but I haven't thought of an easy way to easily cover and uncover the lightbar.

It would be nice to be able to turn that light off. If not off, then to turn it way down. You know, Tesla needs their signature light bar to keep them separate from... wait... oh, never mind.

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