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Thanks, all!It is pad used in ice hockey. It is placed on top if the jack so it wouldn't damage or puncture the battery pack during jacking up the car.
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Thanks, all!It is pad used in ice hockey. It is placed on top if the jack so it wouldn't damage or puncture the battery pack during jacking up the car.
Every time you read here, that someone schedules service just to satisfy their curiosity about something, or call roadside to answer a question, this is the result.
Not Tesla’s fault, it’s the selfish that cause it.
Are AAA, All State, Geico, Farmers ready for any tesla roadside assistance? Since the tesla cars require special tool to properly jack the vehicle. (Avoiding the battery puncture)And this is why I will maintain my AAA membership!
You can buy whatever tires you want, it just depends on how much money you're willing to spend and how much range you're willing to lose.
You are very lucky, If you were calling customer service you would still be there.I called emergency roadside service today Sunday at 9 am PST for a flat tire. I was astounded that the hold time was 25 minutes! Fortunately I was in a safe location, but can you imagine someone on the side of the freeway nervously waiting for 25 minutes for someone to pick up? At the end of the call I quickly mentioned I should let him go take care of the queue, and he said it's really bad on Sundays because people call that number for general support ("how do I....") since that line is not open on Sunday.
When I first got my Tesla a year ago, I called and they picked right up, and I've assumed it would be like that if I ever have an emergency in the future. Today was, at the very least, unsettling.
On a positive note, the music on hold was an excellent mix of 80s music including Madonna's "Into the Groove."
Just FYI, it’s dangerous to place the wheel and tire in the frunk. This information was provided to me by the manufacturer of one of the compact spare kits. I wanted to buy one and put it in the frunk and was recommended against it because it negatively affects the crumple zone characteristics (which the frunk is a part of) of the front of the car in case of an accident.Bad news...and good news!
Bad news (1): Experienced a blowout near the 126 and the 5. Took Tesla four hours to get a loaner to me 'cause it had to come in from Northridge....and the loaner wheel was on another service truck which was on a service call.
Good news: As a result of that experience, and factoring in that I make long trips, I went online and got a matching wheel from a wrecking yard. Purchased another Michelin and, voila! Spare tire and wheel. This combo now lives in the frunk (don't carry it inside the vehicle because I don't like the odor and off-gassing from the tire). Had another blowout on another wheel...quick change, and I was on my way.
Caveat: My 2013 frunk is large enough to accommodate the full-sized "spare." I
I was told that Tesla does not recements run flat tires.How much range loss?
typically how much more expensive are run flats?
I have the flat kit just in case and debating buying a DIY spare
Just FYI, it’s dangerous to place the wheel and tire in the frunk. This information was provided to me by the manufacturer of one of the compact spare kits. I wanted to buy one and put it in the frunk and was recommended against it because it negatively affects the crumple zone characteristics (which the frunk is a part of) of the front of the car in case of an accident.
Are AAA, All State, Geico, Farmers ready for any tesla roadside assistance? Since the tesla cars require special tool to properly jack the vehicle. (Avoiding the battery puncture)
Thanks; I just ordered the complete kit. $400, but good insurance, especially on a trip. Even locally, even if I can leave the car somewhere safe and Uber home to get it, I save the potential hassle, and expense, of dealing with the Tesla SC, which I did just last month. Had a flat, but made it home on a Sat. afternoon. Contacted Tesla on line and they called, dispatched a truck and loaner tire/wheel and I was good to go until it got back to the SC on Wed. to swap it out, which took about 30 minutes. Only problem was the bill- $300. I had researched the tire and Discount had it for $128, plus, plus I am sure, but not likely $300, but it was convenient so I can't gripe.For longer trips I carry a spare from company Complete Spare Tire Kits | Tesla, Camaro, Corvette, Dodge and More But of course for general running around its not really ideal/practical to have it in the back. Just wanted to let people know such a thing exists in case they are interested.
Every time you read here, that someone schedules service just to satisfy their curiosity about something, or call roadside to answer a question, this is the result.
Not Tesla’s fault, it’s the selfish that cause it.
Good to know; I am looking now at that product on the Tesla site. In the description they warn that it is only a temporary fix, duh, but they also state to REPLACE the tire and TPMS asap. Do you think the sealant ruins the sensor and the tire? Certainly possible since the sealant is no doubt some gooey rubberized gunk that not only takes out the sensor but adheres unevenly to the inner wall of the tire making it impossible to balance. Last month I had a flat and the SC delivered me a loaner wheel/tire assy, but my tire was ruined and I HAD to replace it ($300). I would hate to have to eat that for just a minor puncture that a plug would fix just because I used the puncture kit. What do you think; maybe the $400 spare tire/jack/wrench kit?To the OP...you did not buy the Tesla puncture kit and pump? It would fix a flat unless you had a sidewall tear or other major puncture. 90% of the time the kit will fix the problem... You could have been on your way in a few minutes.
You beat me to it! I just sent you a verbose replay asking about the effect of the kit on the tire and wheel. The product description says REPLACE both the tire and TPMS asap.Again, the Tesla tire kit is made for this purpose, will not mess up the tire or TPMS, fits very nicely in the trunk side pocket with Velcro, does not require jacking the car, will work in all cases unless major blowout or sidewall damage, and is only 80 USD at the Tesla store..