Q: I’m thinking of upgrading my wheels / tires in addition to springs, is there anything I should know?
For any car, tire sizing is a very important topic; specifically, maintaining the correct ratio of width and diameter when replacing / upgrading tires. Model 3 is available from Tesla with several wheel options, in three different diameters. Despite the different sizes, the overall tire size ratio is almost identical, and as it can affect the height of the car, this ratio plays a role in how your Model 3 will look post-spring installation. We’ve seen several owners install tires which have significantly different overall diameters than suggested, which causes the vehicle to either sit higher or lower than the height for which our springs are intended. When choosing tires, we strongly recommend keeping within the very precise margin for overall diameter as spec’d from Tesla. For more information, please refer to our wheel and tire sizing guide here: Tesla Wheel and Tire Guide
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Just what I needed to get rid of the adaptive suspension error now that I'm running an air suspension setup. Cheaper than the other option out there.
Travis H.
September 19, 2025
After lowering my Model 3 on coilovers I was having all kinds of clunking noises come from the front sway bars links. Initially, I purchased a different brand of adjustable links and they clunked no matter what I did (shortening, lengthening, removal and re-torqued them countless times), so I...
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May 31, 2023
I had another set carbon steel running boards on my Cybertruck for a while and finally got to see the UP Invincible HD Rock Sliders while out at XTakeover this summer. They looked so good and were noticeably more sturdy than what I had on the truck. I replaced mine with a set of these HD Rock...
Josh H.
November 17, 2025
Had a great experience with Andrew from Unplugged, I sent an email request for more information regarding the camber kit and Andrew called me back quickly and discussed the product and how it will improve the tire wear on my model X. He kept in regular communication from the time of order to...
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October 03, 2022
I'm currently putting together my custom UP INVINCIBLE® kit from Unplugged Performance with the help of Frank, and the transformation is insane. The lineup includes the HD Front Bumper with the optional 11-inch LED light bar that absolutely lights up the night, the bulletproof Heavy Duty Rear...
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December 04, 2025
The Plaid is a hefty car, and this is particularly felt at bends.
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October 03, 2022
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My 2021 Model Y performance rode very harsh and bumpy. Like the suspension bottomed out on every pothole. I did the suspension upgrade and it’s a HUGE difference. My car rides great now. It handles the potholes no big deal now. I wish I had done this three years ago when I got the car. Sandy...
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September 20, 2024
This is some of the best looking carbon fiber you are going to find any where. Shipping a little on the slow side but well worth the wait.
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February 14, 2026
Moto Miwa definitely made the right recommendation for the Moderate Lowering springs for my Model 3 Performance. They gave it the perfect balance between drop and functionality - good ride quality and no scraping. Also, in another conversation regarding tire wear, Moto suggested I purchase the...
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February 24, 2023
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