Q: What’s involved in installing a coilover system on the Model S Plaid?
Installing coilovers on the Tesla Model S Plaid involves removing the factory air suspension system and replacing it with a fully mechanical adjustable system. The process requires disassembly of the suspension corners, installation of new coilover assemblies, and precise height, damping, and alignment calibration. Because the Plaid’s air suspension includes ride height sensors and software integration, the system must be properly bypassed and coded to prevent error messages. Unplugged Performance offers both DIY-friendly kits and professional installation at our facilities or certified partners. Our coilovers are engineered for a direct fit, but proper setup is key—especially for achieving ideal ride height, comfort, and performance. Post-install alignment is essential to maximize tire life and handling. If you’re unsure whether to DIY or seek professional installation, we highly recommend working with our team or an experienced Tesla performance shop to get the most from your suspension upgrade.
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What a difference this sway bar made to my Model S Plaid. This helps correct the body roll the car has from the factory. I have much more confidence taking turns at a higher speed, and freeway on-ramps have become extremely fun. I would highly recommend upgrading your sway bar in the Model S!
D. H.
September 08, 2022
I got the titanium finish and it looks sharp! very HIGH QUALITY! very happy with it!
KEVIN M.
October 09, 2022
I purchased these in conjunction with the luxury coilovers and couldn’t be happier!
tony.bohm
December 20, 2022
Coupled with the FUCAs, the rear arms really help do a proper alignment. Definitely get these if you want to get a perfect alignment for your car, and better than OEM. I put -2 camber in the rear for my track day yesterday and achieved phenomenal handling in the corners. I also tried it out in drift...
Sof
October 18, 2022
What a difference this sway bar made to my Model S Plaid. This helps correct the body roll the car has from the factory. I have much more confidence taking turns at a higher speed, and freeway on-ramps have become extremely fun. I would highly recommend upgrading your sway bar in the Model S!
D. H.
September 08, 2022
My only complaint is the FSD doesn't work with this on, which renders it useless to me.
Taxxman
December 10, 2025
I just had these bad boys installed on my Model S Plaid. It is INSANE how much stopping power these brakes provide. The stock brakes severely underperform in providing the stopping power needed to slow down the car. The solution to this problem is easily solved with UP's BBK. I want to give a big...
pharmd02
December 14, 2022
Drove on these for 60,000 miles and they were perfect. Never heard any noise from these and it’s such a great and affordable way to increase the performance of your car easily and without a huge financial commitment. Super impressed with what these could do. Highly recommend.
zackfeldstein9
October 10, 2022
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
I purchased a set of both Titanium and Black UP emblems. The emblems are well designed, looks great and perfect on the car. Highly recommended and will definitely purchase more soon.
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f1dinesh
August 07, 2023
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