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Q: Square vs staggered: which is better for handling and tire wear?

A square setup allows front-to-rear rotation, which usually improves tire life and keeps handling predictable. Staggered setups can increase rear grip but reduce rotation options and can change balance. Your goals and tire budget should drive the choice.

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Tesla Model 3 / Model Y Adjustable Front Upper Control Arms (FUCA)
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Tesla Model 3 / Model Y Adjustable Front Upper Control Arms (FUCA)
I got the FUCAs installed on my 2018 Performance Model 3 and wished I hadn’t waited so long to do it! Now I can do proper alignments with camber on the front, not possible to do with the stock control arms. You can also put custom wheel sizes with super wide tires on the front without worrying...
Sof October 18, 2022
Tesla Model Y Lift Kit - Dirt & Snow Coilover Suspension System
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Tesla Model Y Lift Kit - Dirt & Snow Coilover Suspension System
Wanted an upgrade to the stock suspension that allowed maximum versatility for traversing truck trails towing a camping trailer as well as providing comfort for daily commuter driving. Called and spoke with Kirk Nason at Unplugged Performance in Hawthorne, CA and ordered the D&S PRO coilover kit,...
Mike N. January 18, 2025
Tesla Model Y Dual Rate Linear Lowering Spring Set
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Tesla Model Y Dual Rate Linear Lowering Spring Set
Amazing! Perfect ride height 10/10
ALI D. March 17, 2026
Tesla Model Y Billet Adjustable Rear Camber Arm Set
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Tesla Model Y Billet Adjustable Rear Camber Arm Set
This is a necessary purchase if you want to properly raise or lower your vehicle. Super high quality materials, easy to install and adjust.
josephschneider77 November 04, 2022
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 3 Adjustable Front and Rear Sway Bar Set
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Tesla Model 3 Adjustable Front and Rear Sway Bar Set
Blake, one of the Unplug Performance representatives called me at just the right time about sway bars planned what day I will be able to go out early that way I still have time to go home and if I needed anything else done to my car they were able to help Including a alignment that was past due for...
isaahanna79 October 21, 2022
Tesla Model X / Model X Plaid (2021+) Billet Adjustable Rear Toe Arm Set
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Tesla Model X / Model X Plaid (2021+) Billet Adjustable Rear Toe Arm Set
I purchased the camber and toe arm set my Tesla Model X Plaid. The primary purpose of buying these arms was to reduce the inner tire wear. These arms are well engineered, beautifully crafted and built solid. I highly recommend these products made by Unplugged Performance. The craftsmanship of the...
f1dinesh August 07, 2023
Tesla Model 3 / Performance - Dual Rate Linear Lowering Springs Set
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Tesla Model 3 / Performance - Dual Rate Linear Lowering Springs Set
These springs were the first real mod I’d ever done to my Tesla and I’m so happy with the way they turned out. They really complete the look on my model 3. And I was surprised to find you don’t sacrifice anything in terms of ride comfort by adding them. The only problem is that now that I’ve...
blake.p.aaron December 21, 2023
UP Pikes Peak Race Team Soft Shell Jacket by North Face
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UP Pikes Peak Race Team Soft Shell Jacket by North Face
Really nice jacket. A must have for a UP enthusiast!
Montage Ø. November 12, 2025
Tesla Model 3 And Model Y Billet Adjustable Rear Toe Arm Set
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Tesla Model 3 And Model Y Billet Adjustable Rear Toe Arm Set
Dominic Marcu - Racing Driver perfect! with their help I can have the desired setup for the competition car.
Dominic M. April 12, 2023
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