Lug nuts - 2013 Model S

[scaesare]

Found lots of threads referencing lug nuts, but nothing that popped up specifically for this that I saw.

My 2013 Model S w/ 19" wheels has the original "soft" lug nuts, and I need to replace them. A couple of questions:

- Are the replacements from Tesla any better than the originals?

- Any after market recommendations for better/cheaper?

Thanks!

 

[Alysashley79]

I have a 2014 (still under warranty) had all my lug nuts replaced over the past three months. Their new ones are way better. They have little caps on them that make them look pretty and underneath seen much much stronger. The old ones I was able to strip out at home.

I was told by mobile tech that threyre around $50 per wheel.

 

[lowtek]

+1 for Max Headroom! Awesome!

 

[EV-Fixme]

You should be able to use any M14 1.5 Lug nuts. I just buy a set at my local car parts store for about $50 for enough for all 4 wheels. Have not had issues.

 

[scaesare]

Thanks for the replies...

So it appears the ones from EVANNEX specifically marketed for the Model S are 1.62" in length, but I'm not inclined to pay $90 for a set.

I've had a hard time finding that length elsewhere for M14 x 1.5 lug nuts...

 

[aerodyne]

Thanks for the replies...

So it appears the ones from EVANNEX specifically marketed for the Model S are 1.62" in length, but I'm not inclined to pay $90 for a set.

I've had a hard time finding that length elsewhere for M14 x 1.5 lug nuts...

Consider buying a 6 point deep socket, and breaker bar just for your car.

Yes, the annealed caps on the old lug nuts are soft, but I found with the above and a little finesse, one can get them off and install and torque them to 129 ft-lbs. You will have to rotate the socket to find the sweet spot where the socket will fit.

Problem imo, caused by poor design and poor practice by tire shops that use air driven impact wrenches.

 

[EV-Fixme]

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Hyper-Tough-Extendable-Lug-Wrench/535539534
I keep one of these in each of my cars. The fit is not perfect, but good enough to get the lugs off in emergency situations. Also allows me to help others when needed.

 

[scaesare]

I have no problem getting them off... I have deep sockets, breaker bars, and impact guns. They have just deformed over close to 7 years of repeated cycles.

I bought these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07N3541JR/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[tj1772]

Found lots of threads referencing lug nuts, but nothing that popped up specifically for this that I s

My 2013 Model S w/ 19" wheels has the original "soft" lug nuts, and I need to replace them. A couple of questions:

- Are the replacements from Tesla any better than the originals?

- Any after market recommendations for better/cheaper?

Thanks!

Found lots of threads referencing lug nuts, but nothing that popped up specifically for this that I saw.

My 2013 Model S w/ 19" wheels has the original "soft" lug nuts, and I need to replace them. A couple of questions:

- Are the replacements from Tesla any better than the originals?

- Any after market recommendations for better/cheaper?

Thanks!

Replacements are basically the same. The difference is that they have a plastic cap either silver or black. Instead of molded aluminum. They cost around $3 each. I prefer the original.

 

[Shadious]

Thanks for the replies...

So it appears the ones from EVANNEX specifically marketed for the Model S are 1.62" in length, but I'm not inclined to pay $90 for a set.

I've had a hard time finding that length elsewhere for M14 x 1.5 lug nuts...

I bought the black Gorilla Lugnuts from Evannex- love them!