DIY Foul Weather Charge Port Cover

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.

wildlife R1T

Member

Mar 23, 2025

I've seen a couple of posts online and heard a few owners complain recently for Foul Weather charge port covers. Figured I'd share what I came up with a few years ago.

A Styrofoam faucet cover, the flared end of a water bottle and a ratcheting extension cord clip. Cut hole in Styrofoam, insert cut water bottle for added length. Put charge handle inside, plug in vehicle.

Then attach ratchet clip so it dies not move. Works great the few times ive used it. Could probably even use the pull strap that comes with the faucet cover instead of ratchet clip. Covers port, but not door & jamb from ice.

Best solution is if rainy / snow mix expected, don't charge that night. Also suggests wiping liquid silicone on rubber seals in expected foul weather. Especially tailgate/ tonneau seal.

Hope someone finds this information a tad useful.

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