Jack pads

[m3p_uk]

Has anyone tried these from Amazon?
https://www.amazon.co.uk/DEDC-Adapt...rps=1&s=gateway&sprefix=model+3+jack&sr=8-111
Don't want to spend loads but need to get a set of 4 so would be good to know if anyone has tried these or a similar set for cheaper?
Seen DIY videos of people making their own using rubber pucks but these look much better and are reasonably priced.

 

[Roy W.]

Has anyone tried these from Amazon?
https://www.amazon.co.uk/DEDC-Adapter-Rubber-Frame-Tesla/dp/B07SW2T9JM/ref=mp_s_a_1_111?keywords=model+3+jack+pad&qid=1565533995&refinements=p_76:419159031&rnid=419157031&rps=1&s=gateway&sprefix=model+3+jack&sr=8-111
Don't want to spend loads but need to get a set of 4 so would be good to know if anyone has tried these or a similar set for cheaper?
Seen DIY videos of people making their own using rubber pucks but these look much better and are reasonably priced.

I know I’m probably being dense here, but why do we need four? I’ve only ever had one (or once two) wheels jacked up at the same time.

I’d been looking at these too and they seem good value.

 

[Shmern]

I've ordered and recieved exactly this set, they seem fine. caveated by the fact I dont have the car yet so cant test

With regard ordering 4, yes in general you dont need more than maybe 2, but these are only slightly dearer than some of the single parts, so I look at it like a couple of spares. Keep 2 in Garage and 2 in car.

 

[Roy W.]

I've ordered and recieved exactly this set, they seem fine. caveated by the fact I dont have the car yet so cant test

With regard ordering 4, yes in general you dont need more than maybe 2, but these are only slightly dearer than some of the single parts, so I look at it like a couple of spares. Keep 2 in Garage and 2 in car.

Thanks for that. Ordered

 

[Dangerous Fish]

If you took your car to a garage which had a lift, it is conceivable they could do some damage without putting these pucks under each lift arm, but TBH I probably wouldn't use a garage likely to do that!

The Model 3 has similar jacking points to a Porsche 911 and I never used pucks when I had one of those, so it's possibly just another excuse to sell people an accessory based on FUD. Having said that, I bought a set just in case, so I fell for it

 

[m3p_uk]

1 or 2 would probably be fine for home but am keen on 4 just incase the car ever goes into a non- Tesla garage for something like new tyres/rotation and they try to lift the whole car up.
Something like this is what most garages have:

 

[m3p_uk]

Unfortunately have had it before where they have lifted it up on the fuel tank which has then been dented and only noticed much later.
Having these should be a bit more idiot proof (hopefully!) and won't have to worry about then damaging the battery which would be very expensive and annoying

 

[Roy W.]

Having these should be a bit more idiot proof...

According to the old saying:
“You can make things foolproof, but you can’t make them idiot proof!”

 

[m3p_uk]

Saw these cheaper on eBay from China if you don't mind waiting a few weeks:
For Tesla Model 3 Rubber Jack Lift Point Pad Adapter Tool Safe Raising -4Pcs/Set | eBay

I'll order and see what tyre like

 

[Roy W.]

Saw these cheaper on eBay from China if you don't mind waiting a few weeks:
For Tesla Model 3 Rubber Jack Lift Point Pad Adapter Tool Safe Raising -4Pcs/Set | eBay

I'll order and see what tyre like

I think I’ll stick with Amazon. I’ve recently had a bad experience with eBay from China on a set of £10.99 centre wheel hubs and nut covers. One of the centre wheel hubs arrived with a dent in it. I emailed the seller with a picture, but the best they will offer me is a part refund for the damaged cap. I wanted a single replacement cap, but apparently that isn’t possible.

They don’t seem to understand that there’s no way I’m putting a dented cap onto a brand new car.

 

[Shmern]

Saw these cheaper on eBay from China if you don't mind waiting a few weeks:
For Tesla Model 3 Rubber Jack Lift Point Pad Adapter Tool Safe Raising -4Pcs/Set | eBay

I'll order and see what tyre like

mmm not cheaper as the price is PER pad, not for all 4

 

[m3p_uk]

Hmmm very sneaky if it is! Have sent them a message to double check
Thanks for pointing that out

 

[davidmc]

Hmmm very sneaky if it is! Have sent them a message to double check
Thanks for pointing that out

Description says 4nr per order

 

[Shmern]

it does indeed .... I misread the qty piece, just thought it looked odd.... not sure why you'd need 8 or 12 pieces , I'm happy with the Amazon set for £20 for 4

 

[Silicon Desert]

I think I’ll stick with Amazon. I’ve recently had a bad experience with eBay from China ......….

Yup, same here. We haven't ordered ANYTHING on ebay and Amazon from China in as long as I can remember. I had enough bad experience with products in the past that I can do fine without them.

 

[Bigfinger]

I know I’m probably being dense here, but why do we need four? I’ve only ever had one (or once two) wheels jacked up at the same time.

I’d been looking at these too and they seem good value.

some overhead garage lifts have 4 point jacks on them

 

[Fullerene]

Saw these cheaper on eBay from China if you don't mind waiting a few weeks

Waiting a few weeks!! Laughed so hard thought I was going to have to reach for the defibrillator

 

[davidmc]

Waiting a few weeks!! Laughed so hard thought I was going to have to reach for the defibrillator

I have bought many things from China (banggood.com is a popular one for me, techie/fpv drone parts for cheap) and usually arrives in 9 days from them! Not unusual to receive items in 2-4 weeks from China. Just received (Friday) my cheap £4 console wrap in 3 weeks that I bought on eBay. Some places, granted, have not arrived but is usually resent or I get a refund with no hassle

 

[Fullerene]

Apologies @davidmc I was thinking about the wait in context of the wait for the M3

A mere drop in the ocean

 

[m3p_uk]

I have bought many things from China (banggood.com is a popular one for me, techie/fpv drone parts for cheap) and usually arrives in 9 days from them! Not unusual to receive items in 2-4 weeks from China. Just received (Friday) my cheap £4 console wrap in 3 weeks that I bought on eBay. Some places, granted, have not arrived but is usually resent or I get a refund with no hassle

Have you got a link to the wrap you got please?