Hit something on the road damaged wheel and tire.

[ZeMKChen]

Hi I have a question. I was on my way home when I encountered a piece of metal that a car hit and I swerved too much and just barely hit it. I don't know why the link wont work but if you want to see I can try and DM you. however my question is would I still be able to drive it with the gash on the tire along with the dent on the wheel? How much would it be to repair. Should I go through insurance or would it be better for me to just pay out of pocket? Thank you for the help. Much love Tesla Fam!

 

[jling0311]

I'm no expert but I believe any damage to the side wall will make the tire non-repairable. I would just go to a tire shop and get them to fix the rim if it's not cracked and get a new tire

 

[The_Observer]

If the tire still holds air, maybe it might be okay to drive for a short distance. With the bent wheel, you might feel sore vibration while driving, and I definitely would not drive fast with it.

As it has sidewall damage, the tire would have to be replaced. Replacing the entire wheel/tire combo might put you in the $600-700 range, so depends on your insurance deductible, it may not be worth it if your deductible is =>$500.

 

[coleAK]

No fixing that, wheel and tire are both done. I also wouldn’t drive on it. Probably looking at $700-800+. $Unless you can find a used matching wheel+tire+TPMS.

How many miles on the tires?

I got hit by a rock slide last fall and this wheel was unrepairable. I submitted to insurance since it also took out both passenger doors, hood, passenger side front and rear quarter panels.

 

[ZeMKChen]

No fixing that, wheel and tire are both done. I also wouldn’t drive on it. Probably looking at $700-800+. $Unless you can find a used matching wheel+tire+TPMS.

How many miles on the tires?

I got hit by a rock slide last fall and this wheel was unrepairable.

13k on the tires thankfully so I might just replace all 4 as well...
but in regards to the tires which tires should I replace them with? I live in San Diego.
damn that damage doesn't even look bad that is so sad!

 

[coleAK]

13k on the tires thankfully so I might just replace all 4 as well...
but in regards to the tires which tires should I replace them with? I live in San Diego.

If they are worn down more then 2 or 3/32 from original probably will need 4 tires, unless you can find a used one with similar tread.

 

[ZeMKChen]

If they are worn down more then 2 or 3/32 from original probably will need 4 tires, unless you can find a used one with similar tread.

should I just go to any random tire shop or should i go to tesla?

 

[Rice&Curry]

You can got the reputed tire shop that sells and services Tesla- Discount Tires/ America's tires others so that if they don't have it is stock, they can order it immediately

 

[UncertainTimes]

Yea I think tire and wheel are both done. Also agree Discount Tire will probably be your best bet for in stock tires just make sure the store you go to ahas experience lifting Teslas as to not damage the battery. Discount Tire also will honor treadwear warranties on tires you buy from them.

 

[jawnly211]

as for the wheel - not sure you can just purchase 1 outside of tesla sales

try searching craigslist to see if someone local is just selling a single rim - but usually its in a set

EDIT: just searched locally in LA and someone in encino selling a set of 4 wheels (no tires) for $450

 

[coleAK]

as for the wheel - not sure you can just purchase 1 outside of tesla sales

try searching craigslist to see if someone local is just selling a single rim - but usually its in a set

EDIT: just searched locally in LA and someone in encino selling a set of 4 wheels (no tires) for $450

I got one from a used wheel dealer in CA. Like new paid $250.

 

[coleAK]

should I just go to any random tire shop or should i go to tesla?

I agree with others. A reputable tire shop is probably better then Tesla. Nothing any different lifting a Tesla then most other unibody cars. There are lift points and they are obvious.

 

[ZeMKChen]

I got one from a used wheel dealer in CA. Like new paid $250.

Do you have an example of a dealer that would sell for those prices and would they include installing the TPMS?

 

[thesmokingman]

Do you have an example of a dealer that would sell for those prices and would they include installing the TPMS?

Check ebay if you've no other source.

Btw, you're in SD so check out costco for tires too. I tend to get my Michies there when the rebates are on.

 

[ZeMKChen]

Check ebay if you've no other source.

I'll see how much it is at a dealer first. I looked at ebay and it said 319 a tire and that is before shipping along with taking atleast a week to arrive.

Edit: I've found some 2018 tesla model 3 tires but I don't know if those will work. I also have no experience in replacing a wheel and tire with a TPMS. Any tips if it does work with my 2021 model 3?

 

[thesmokingman]

I'll see how much it is at a dealer first. I looked at ebay and it said 319 a tire and that is before shipping along with taking atleast a week to arrive.

Edit: I've found some 2018 tesla model 3 tires but I don't know if those will work. I also have no experience in replacing a wheel and tire with a TPMS. Any tips if it does work with my 2021 model 3?

What are you trying to buy, a new wheel rim or a whole wheel+tire?

I saw this one in Downey, CA. It's a later revised wheel and unless I'm mistaken it should match up with yours. If you did go the replace whole wheel + tire route, you'd need to take it to a tire shop, pay the 25 bux or so for them to swap TPMS and do a balance.

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[coleAK]

Do you have an example of a dealer that would sell for those prices and would they include installing the TPMS?

Mine is a 2018. Found it on eBay. Probably will be tough to find the newer wheel. Probably your best bet is Craig’s list.

 

[ZeMKChen]

Just got an estimate from tesla.. 650 just for the wheel rim, 285 for wheel, and 107 for labor fees this is just straight up robbery...

 

[oreobbq]

Just got an estimate from tesla.. 650 just for the wheel rim, 285 for wheel, and 107 for labor fees this is just straight up robbery...

I'd just go to a local shop to get that wheel fixed. You can put the money saved towards a set of new tires.

 

[coleAK]

Just got an estimate from tesla.. 650 just for the wheel rim, 285 for wheel, and 107 for labor fees this is just straight up robbery...

OEM rims are always expensive from every car brand I’ve ever owned, $650 doesn’t surprise me, my wife cracked a rim on her Audi ~15 years ago that was $1200. $285 for the tire is reasonable, is same price as tire rack many times dealers are 25% or more above tire rack.

Depending on how much your deductible is may be worth submitting to insurance. Another thing to consider is how long can your car be down. When my 3 got hit by the rock slide it was in the body shop for almost 3 months.

Is this the rim you have?

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