R1T XPEL PPF Troubles: Hope you don't make same mistake I made

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

Dec 5, 2024

This is more like an advice for those who're yet to get their PPF done. Three days after getting my first ever Xpel PPF installed, a rock tore through the film easily all the way through the paint.

That is why I highly recommend you ask specifically for the thickest PPF available (called Ultimate 10 if you choose Xpel) and pay the extra. I was focused on window tinting, wrapped edges, etc and completely forgot to ask about thickness. Don’t make my mistake.

Fortunately for me, the film started a self-healing process which was nice. It offered nice protection against light branch scratches off-road, but again, be sure to ask for the thickest film.

Last edited: Dec 6, 2024

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