Anyone Buy Modern Spare Tire Kit?

[AKinDC]

Normally fine without having a spare, but I'm doing a trip into a more remote area where I'd like to have one.
Saw the Modern Spare kit:

2017-2019 Tesla Model 3 Complete Kit - Modern Spare

Anyone have this?
I'm also probably going to get a patch kit (already have the Tesla repair kit), anyone have a suggestion for one?

 

[phtp]

Yes, tested fitted it and works great. The kit includes everything you need.

 

[Robie]

I carry all the above onboard. Full size M3 tire . I like to cruise just like I was, it is a big enough inconvienance ,dragging out all the tools,changing , and not limp down the road on a little donut.

 

[Jefla]

I see it mention large brake calipers, but does this work on the performance model?

 

[SomeJoe7777]

I see it mention large brake calipers, but does this work on the performance model?

Same question here. Need to know if it actually fits over the rear brakes of the P3D.

 

[ArcticStation]

Have it, like it. Very complete. We drive a lot in remote areas without cell coverage and bad roads that invite a blowout. If you limit your driving to interstates and urban areas close to a SC and with nearby tire stores, you probably don't need one.

 

[OCR1]

How much room does this save you versus carrying a full size spare tire in your trunk?

 

[Feathermerchan]

I have one and have not mounted it yet on my Performance. It is supposed to clear the calipers. I have put off trying it on for long enough. I'll try it tomorrow and get back to y'all. FYI I installed aftermarket forged 18" wheels and Michelin MXMV tires. Very impressed with range improvement.

It is also rated for 80 MPH so no limping. And it is on an AL wheel for lightness. I carry a compressor and plugging kit.
I can use a 12V Lithium jump starter to power the compressor which is pretty handy because you can carry it anywhere.

 

[jkoya]

FYI I installed aftermarket forged 18" wheels and Michelin MXMV tires. Very impressed with range improvement.

I have been considering this for an upcoming road trip. What 18" wheels did you get and approximately how much of a range improvement have you noticed ?

 

[ArcticStation]

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[Feathermerchan]

With the performance tires and wheels I was lucky to stay under 300 Wh/mi. Now I am more like 260 or so. Besides I have more sidewall and a better ride. Wheels are stock offset and width Titan 7 from Evasive Motorsports .

 

[jkoya]

Wheels are stock offset and width Titan 7 from Evasive Motorsports

Thanks for the info !!

 

[Watts_Up]

Normally fine without having a spare, but I'm doing a trip into a more remote area where I'd like to have one.
Saw the Modern Spare kit:
2017-2019 Tesla Model 3 Complete Kit - Modern Spare
Anyone have this?
I'm also probably going to get a patch kit (already have the Tesla repair kit), anyone have a suggestion for one?

I get the Model 3 spare from Bimmer Zone,
I like better the design with only 5 holes and there is a centering ring to perfectly center the wheel.
I had already all the jacks, lug wrench, and torque wrench.

 

[phtp]

Test fitted it last week and the kit works well. Comes with everything you need, sockets for lug nuts, jack to lift up the car, wrench to remove the 10mm bolt, new lug nuts for the spare tire, etc. Check it out - Peter Huang on Instagram: “Got a spare for long road trips. Never know when something like a blowout or cut to the sidewall happens. Have roadside assistance, but it…”

Also, I was able to mount it right under the speaker shelf using two tie-down ratchet straps - Peter Huang on Instagram: “Test fit the sparetire today. Still room left for storage. Nice way to finish off the day with the moon in the background.…”

 

[Watts_Up]

Test fitted it last week and the kit works well. Comes with everything you need, sockets for lug nuts, jack to lift up the car, wrench to remove the 10mm bolt, new lug nuts for the spare tire, etc. Check it out -
Peter Huang on Instagram: “Got a spare for long road trips. Never know when something like a blowout or cut to the sidewall happens. Have roadside assistance, but it…”

I would recommend getting a torque wrench.
Tesla recommend setting each lug to 129 ft-lbf or 175 N-m.

Also, I was able to mount it right under the speaker shelf using two tie-down ratchet straps - Peter Huang on Instagram: “Test fit the sparetire today. Still room left for storage. Nice way to finish off the day with the moon in the background.…”

Could you explain where did you attached the straps to the shelf?

- Shelf view from the trunk door:​

- Shelf view from the rear seat:​

- Shelf view from the trunk door - Left Side:
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[Watts_Up]

Also, I was able to mount it right under the speaker shelf using two tie-down ratchet straps

I wonder if you use any existing holes to attach the straps?

 

[Thunder7ga]

I may do this once I roll passed 50k miles and can no longer use Tesla Roadside Service....still figuring out what I will do when that time comes though....I am at about 30,500 now.

 

[phtp]

I wonder if you use any existing holes to attach the straps?

I don't remember which holes I used, but they were the smaller ones. I have a torque wrench but don't plan on bringing it with me during a road trip. The goal is to not use the spare unless I really have to, at that point, I'm not too concerned about torque specs as it's a temporary means of getting me to somewhere to repair or replace the original tire.

 

[phtp]

I may do this once I roll passed 50k miles and can no longer use Tesla Roadside Service....still figuring out what I will do when that time comes though....I am at about 30,500 now.

There's a limit on roadside? where does it say that?

 

[Thunder7ga]

There's a limit on roadside? where does it say that?

Page 172 of the owners manual states:

"Tesla Roadside Assistance is available to you, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, for the duration of your warranty period."