Martian Wheels MW03 - New discussion thread

[MODEL+]

They actually look amazing, there is no denying that. However, I'm still shopping for options at 4WheelOnline and I'm also sorting out my choices before making any purchase. Is there any other aftermarket wheel brand that has a similar style that I can look into? Suggestions and feedback are welcome.

Do you have 18", 19", 20" in mind? I can help you narrow down a few.

Danny

 

[krazy88s]

Newbie here...do I need to buy new TPMS with the MWs? I have a 2018 Model 3.

 

[Totallynotmike]

Newbie here...do I need to buy new TPMS with the MWs? I have a 2018 Model 3.

Yes, you should also be able to buy aftermarket sensors I think they're in the 400mhz range but you'll have to verify.

2021 started the Bluetooth sensors and I haven't been able to find them aftermarket yet I think they can only be bought at a service center.

 

[sdleo726]

I just took the stock sensors from my 2019 and put them on my MW03s.

 

[MODEL+]

Newbie here...do I need to buy new TPMS with the MWs? I have a 2018 Model 3.

I recommend swapping over the factory ones if you are swapping over tires too. If you're buying brand new tires for your new set of wheels,
buy sensors along with them.

We do sell pre-programmed Model 3 sensors and help client proxy Tesla bluetooth sensors (no sales tax).
Message me, we'll get you sorted out!

Danny

 

[krazy88s]

I just took the stock sensors from my 2019 and put them on my MW03s.

I just took the stock sensors from my 2019 and put them on my MW03s.

Ok, so I know at least I can use the stock ones!

 

[Star Platinum]

That out of spec video makes me want to buy these 18x7.5. If there’s a discount on these shipped someone let me know. I just ordered MP3 yesterday and need wheels that will give me good range comparable to long range AWD and same or faster 0-60.

 

[MODEL+]

That out of spec video makes me want to buy these 18x7.5. If there’s a discount on these shipped someone let me know. I just ordered MP3 yesterday and need wheels that will give me good range comparable to long range AWD and same or faster 0-60.

Messaged you!

Danny

 

[UWGorilla]

18x7.5 Gunmetal on MSM Tesla

 

[krazy88s]

Anyone have any data/opinion on 235 vs 245 tires in terms of efficiency? I got the Martian Wheels and now deciding on what size tires. I want to protect the rims more and have better handling with 245s but if there’s not an insignificant sacrifice in efficiency, then I might just stick with 235s.

 

[Danny Brown]

Anyone have any data/opinion on 235 vs 245 tires in terms of efficiency? I got the Martian Wheels and now deciding on what size tires. I want to protect the rims more and have better handling with 245s but if there’s not an insignificant sacrifice in efficiency, then I might just stick with 235s.

What are you coming from now?

My OE Michelin 20” PS4S had an 8.8” contact patch, despite being 235s. My 18” Pirelli P-Zero A/S have a 7.4” contact patch on their 235 model. It’s less contact of a less sticky compound, so efficieny went up. 245s of my same tire were listed as ~7.8” if I remember right.

I will likely buy these same tires, but in 245 next time (for look, mostly). I will try to snap a side shot soon and post it up.

 

[Mahamilto]

Yeah. The PZEROs were blah to say the least. Huge downgrade in performance in lieu of range on a performance car. Narrow contact patch. Ugly (my opinion...). Weak sidewalls too.

 

[krazy88s]

Coming from 18 stock Michelin MXM4. I decided on the PureContacts from a lot of research. 235/40

 

[ruknights]

Is there anyone who has done a comparison of the aeros vs. the MW03 18x8.5 and 18.7.5 in terms of efficiency? Obviously, the jump in efficiency will be noticeable coming from 20s or even 19s. I was thinking of using the aeros for winter and getting a second set of rims for summer tires.

 

[Mahamilto]

Aeros with stock tires will outperform any of these if they have summer tires, maybe excepting the 18x7.5s.

Sticky rubber and big diameter wheels are range killers.

 

[Star Platinum]

The question I have is whether those 18x7.5 improves the 0-60 times or would it feel too loose while accelerating and cornering because of the lost in traction with the narrower tire wheel compare to wider wheel/tire. Was debating getting this in a tire and wheel package or the TST wheel package from Tsportline which Engineering Explained tested in their YT video resulted in an improved 0-60 time by .08 seconds.

 

[Mahamilto]

 

[Star Platinum]

Great video! Is he using the narrowest wheel 7.5 in this video?

 

[Mahamilto]

I think so. But I’m not 100%

 

[UWGorilla]

I have 18x7.5 on Pilot Sport 4S's and regularly do drag racing so punching it from a standstill. The tires may have squeaked about 5 or so times out of 300+ launches. After a pass or two and some heat in the tires they have never spun at all. The Michelin's are a great tire so you definitely want a quality compound If you plan on launching it over and over again without loss of traction.