DIY Tire Rotation Ideas

[fholbert]

I know I’m not the smartest person here, but…

If you’ve ever done business with America’s Tire, AKA Discount Tire, they will rotate and balance for free. Even if these are the tires that came with the vehicle.

They figure, and they’re correct, a little good will brings you back when you need new tires.

 

[Mike500]

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That's the original Model S jacking point block. The newer one has been revised some time 3-4 years, ago with a 25mm center cavity.

Consequently, my 2023 Model 3, has a 22mm jacking socket. Most all of the currently sold jacking pucks with the 25mm center post will NOT fit.

Go figure!

 

[fholbert]

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I’ve looked at several ideas and products to get all four wheels off the ground. This is by far the best one. That and it’s the cheapest. Thanks for posting the pictures.

 

[NewbyMaybe]

The other advantage to plywood is that it's sometimes free at home depot, Lowes cut-off bins.

 

[Kairide]

I made a video about a cheaper option for lifting a Tesla. Including some really nice lifting pucks, if it helps.

A Safer Way to Lift Your Tesla