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Q: Do I need to replace my tires when upgrading wheels?

It depends on the size and type of wheels you’re upgrading to. If you’re changing the wheel diameter or width, you may need new tires that are compatible with the new size. You should maintain the overall diameter of the wheel and tire combination to avoid issues with speedometer accuracy, handling, and ride quality.

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Do aftermarket wheels improve performance?

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What are the advantages of titanium lug nuts for my Tesla?

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What kind of construction do Unplugged Performance wheels have?

I’m thinking of upgrading my wheels / tires in addition to springs, is there anything I should know?

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What is a forged wheel? Are they better than OEM Telsa Wheels?

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Will Unplugged Performance Aluminum or Titanium Lug Nuts fit my OEM Wheels?

Will my OEM lug nuts fit UP Forged Wheels?

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Can I reuse my OEM TPMS?

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Do UP Forged Wheels come with a warranty?

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Tesla Cybertruck Heavy Duty Rear Bumper with Hardcore Trailer Hitch Receiver - UP INVINCIBLE®
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Tesla Cybertruck Heavy Duty Rear Bumper with Hardcore Trailer Hitch Receiver - UP INVINCIBLE®
Had UP install the HD rear bumper with hardcore trailer hitch receiver including flood lights. Utility is awesome, the arms are robustly built and carry my full-size spare, a 20" beadlock wheel with Wildpeak AT4Ws with ease. No rattling whatsoever, the tire is locked in. Swing arms themselves can...
Megatron November 19, 2025
Tesla Model 3 Billet Adjustable Rear Camber Arm Set
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Tesla Model 3 Billet Adjustable Rear Camber Arm Set
Was hesitant to purchase but after seeing my before/after alignment report I am so glad I did. For everything Tesla does well, alignment from the factory needs work. UP perfectly aligned my M3. Highly recommend this product if you are installing the dual rate lowering springs. Call and ask for Kirk...
Jordan C. June 09, 2023
Tesla Model 3 UP-03 Lightweight Forged Wheels (Set of 4)
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Tesla Model 3 UP-03 Lightweight Forged Wheels (Set of 4)
These are a great set of wheels. I purchased them to replace my OEM 2024 M3P wheels. I went with the 19x9.5 in satin black. The wheels are very lightweight and durable. I wrapped them in Michelin Pilot Sport 4S summer tires. The wheels are great on the street for daily use and I have used them at...
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Tesla Model Y Carbon Fiber Front Lip Spoiler
Im impressed at the High quality. Love the subtle and clean look.
Adam M. November 21, 2025
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Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Adjustable Front & Rear Sway Bar End Link Set
Shout out to Andrew at Unplugged Performance! Customer service is excellent. Great communication with everything. Knowledgeable about all products. Will do more business with UP.
Edmundo R. January 10, 2023
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Enduro Drive Unit Oil Cooler And Magnetic Filter for Tesla Model 3 and Tesla Model Y
I installed these parts and I am very satisfied. The quality is great, the engines don't heat up anymore and with that magnet I make sure that there are no filings in the engines. A very good investment.
Dominic M. April 12, 2023
Plug-n-Play High-Performance Shocks for Air Suspension for Tesla Model S (2012-2019.5)
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Plug-n-Play High-Performance Shocks for Air Suspension for Tesla Model S (2012-2019.5)
These shocks are EXCELLENT. They totally transform the 1st gen Model S. My P90D felt very unbalanced and floaty on my factory struts, these shocks made it feel like a BMW M5...a totally different and improved driving experience. I set these to 50% (2 turns out of 4 on the dampening key), and...
ray.a.nix March 03, 2022
Tesla Model S / Model S Plaid (2021 - 2026+) Adjustable Front & Rear Sway Bar
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Tesla Model S / Model S Plaid (2021 - 2026+) Adjustable Front & Rear Sway Bar
Purchased the sway bar for my plaid about a year ago after hearing good things about it on the Tesla forum. Unfortunately, I got super busy and I didn’t get a chance to install it until recently. Very happy with the purchase and there’s a very noticeable improvement in handling. The car also...
ANDREW G. May 25, 2023
Unplugged Performance UP Emblem - Model S, 3, X, And Y
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Unplugged Performance UP Emblem - Model S, 3, X, And Y
Great emblem to have installed and matches OEM emblems.
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Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Front Lower Control Arm Spherical Bushing Set
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Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Front Lower Control Arm Spherical Bushing Set
I upgraded bushing to address an issue I had with lower control arm. Instead of buying OEM, decided to upgrade to spherical bushing from Unplugged. Definitely worth the upgrade. I recommend upgrade.
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