Custom Made R1T Tunnel Shuttle as Seen on YouTube

wildlife R1T · 2025-04-03T14:11:49+00:00

I have previously used the streaming capability back when it first came out as well as the hotspot since before Connect+ was a thing. I am trying to get the streaming working again but it seems to have been hidden fully behind the paywall. (Not looking to argue the merits of that system here) I recall after Connect+ came out being able to still use the Hotspot while tethering with my phone, and losing it isn't a big deal other than needing to update my wife's wifi, but I think I remember needing to be on the Hotspot to do casting. My question is, did Rivian remove both of these features to fully behind the connect+ paywall? I thought that if you used phone tethering or if you were connected to WIFI you could use most all of the usual streaming like features of the Rivian? If anyone can recommend how to stream while using tethering I'm sure myself and others without Connect+ would appreciate it.

Vincent

Active Wheeler

Feb 13, 2025

I saw a video on YouTube were a R1T owner named Matt shared photos of a gear tunnel concept that he designed and fabricated for his R1T "Tunnel Shuttle ".

The gear tunnel concept is great, and the access to all that volume is seamless. Specifications of the tunnel shuttle includes;

Single action release built into handle

Pass through design for access from both tunnel doors

Tray formed from a sheet of heavy gauge aluminum and powder coated

Integrated 115VAC and USB Charger ports

140lb weight capacity (evenly distributed)

Large diameter permanently lubricated rollers
63 lbs

I enjoyed watching the video and wanted to share it here so others can also enjoy and learn from it too. Enjoy