MASTER THREAD: Aftermarket Wheels on Model 3

[FlyNavy01]

Thanks - makes sense and it was what I assumed anyways. All the aftermarket wheel guys pushing people into the staggered setups on the all-wheel-drive performance version seemed a bit sketchy frankly.

You won't notice any difference unless you're driving near the limit at the track. Even then, track mode allowing command-able oversteer helps alleviate any minimal understeer tendencies that I've found in my staggered setup.

Having said that, square 265 or even 275 is the way to go if you're tracking/autocrossing the car frequently. I went staggered to avoid the aero/weight penalty on the street since that's where I do 95% of my driving. It's a compromise I'm willing to live with.

 

[vitaliy]

All-electric family since February 2018 ⚡️
Vorsteiner Wheels: V-FF 102 and V-FF 107

 

[kbecks13]

I was hoping to get thoughts on these two wheel options for my Model 3 below. Does it matter if they're forged vs. cast in terms of impacting ride and speed?

They look nice, what size are they? Cast is cheaper and weaker compared to forged, look at the load rating and weight for a wheel and you will see what i mean. Cast wheels are either weaker or heavier (or both) compared to forged.

 

[jelarv]

They look nice, what size are they? Cast is cheaper and weaker compared to forged, look at the load rating and weight for a wheel and you will see what i mean. Cast wheels are either weaker or heavier (or both) compared to forged.

I'm looking at 20" x 9" which will use the OEM tires.

 

[FlyNavy01]

After 4 months I finally took proper photos of my wheels today. Vorsteiner VFF-103 19x9.5" 275/35 rear, 19x8.5" 245/40 front. Saves 3-5 pounds per corner even with the 40mm wider tires in the rear.

MPP coilovers are next to remove the wheel gap and improve handling.

 

[aaaaaaaandrew]

What size and offset are your V-FF 107?

All-electric family since February 2018 ⚡️
Vorsteiner Wheels: V-FF 102 and V-FF 107

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[Mr X]

Klassen ID MS03 Forged Monoblock

Let me know what you guys think!

Klassen ID MS03 Gloss Black
20X8.5 @ 21 lbs | 20X10 @ 22 lbs
235/35/20 | 275/30/20

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That color needs neon green calipers instead of red

 

[jelarv]

Sorry if this has been answered but I can't find it: what is the maximum rear tire width I can have on a Model 3 performance, assuming I stay within the fender and want the wheel to leave clearance for the calipers? If the wheel offset is a factor, please let me know the range it should be. I ask because as I look for wheels/rims, all of the sellers are asking me what size tire I plan to run (I have no clue other than I want them wider than the 9" OEM, if possible). I'm told from some wheel/rim sellers I can go to 10" without a problem, while I've read other places I can go wider.

 

[Knightshade]

You seem to be mixing wheel and tire size there a bit

OEM wheel is an 8.5" inch wide (not 9)...and OEM tire is a 235 width tire.

In the rear at least 10.5"wide wheels and 285 tires fit- you can possibly go bigger, some discussion of that here-
Vendor - Model 3 Wheel Fitment by GetYourWheels

A better question might be WHY you want to go much bigger... the Model 3 doesn't appear to be traction limited in acceleration even on 8.5" wide wheels.... there's some gains to be had for other types of track use of course, but at cost of significant on-street range, and even then a square setup is generally better than a staggered one... (275s fit up front from MPPs testing)

 

[Glamisduner]

All-electric family since February 2018 ⚡️
Vorsteiner Wheels: V-FF 102 and V-FF 107

I like those V-FF 107's. I'd feel stupid spending more money on wheels at this point though after not getting the brakes and suspension to go with them.

 

[kbecks13]

I like those V-FF 107's. I'd feel stupid spending more money on wheels at this point though after not getting the brakes and suspension to go with them.

Hey that just means you can get the better aftermarket parts

 

[Glamisduner]

Hey that just means you can get the better aftermarket parts

No point in that without track mode? I really don't like the stock 18" wheels.

 

[kbecks13]

No point in that without track mode? I really don't like the stock 18" wheels.

I'm fairly confident you will eventually get track mode based on Elon's tweets and if not you should at least be able to get the additional cooling feature...i hope.

 

[jelarv]

You seem to be mixing wheel and tire size there a bit

OEM wheel is an 8.5" inch wide (not 9)...and OEM tire is a 235 width tire.

In the rear at least 10.5"wide wheels and 285 tires fit- you can possibly go bigger, some discussion of that here-
Vendor - Model 3 Wheel Fitment by GetYourWheels

A better question might be WHY you want to go much bigger... the Model 3 doesn't appear to be traction limited in acceleration even on 8.5" wide wheels.... there's some gains to be had for other types of track use of course, but at cost of significant on-street range, and even then a square setup is generally better than a staggered one... (275s fit up front from MPPs testing)

Great points...thanks!

 

[EVS Motors]

I wasn't sure how gloss black chrome delete would look on a black 3, but I really like it! It's like a classier blackout compared to matte black.
Vossen Wheels - VFS2 20's staggered custom finished in Gloss Black. No hub rings or spacers needed because we did a custom finish/blank set from Vossen. Fitment of course is flush to fenders for optimal fitment. Rear concavity looks incredible!

 

[DNAPoPo]

I just put on some 19x9.5 +30 square yesterday, check out my ig @2low4ev for more pics

 

[Leeclanual]

I just put on some 19x9.5 +30 square yesterday, check out my ig @2low4ev for more pics View attachment 361397

Nice car... wheel combo very cool.

 

[ps004ynos]

Thinking of putting non-staggered 20's on our RWD LR M3 + Unplugged's Mild lowering spring.

1. Anybody put aftermarket 20's + a mild drop without changing any other suspension parts, e.g. Mountain Pass Rear suspension arms? Tire wear ok with this?
2. Several people local to me are selling P3D's 20' rims. I'm tempted to get these + the mild lower spring and not get the Tesla rear upper fore link (The $4k package through Tesla). Same question, would tire wear still be ok with this?

Thanks, I'm a suspension noob so any advice would be great.

 

[Tsportline]

Stealthy Satin Black Model 3 with 20" TST Wheels in Matte Black

 

[jbg89]

Hi folks! New owner here and naturally I gravitated to this thread

When looking into aftermarket rims, the many settings, widths, and offsets confuse me quite a bit. Are these mostly due to preference or would the rim manufacturer or installer know what works most ideally?

Lastly, from the thread it seems as the brands that come up most often include: Giovanna, Vorsteiner, TST, VMR - Any other recommendations?

Thanks all and looking forward to posting some new wheels soon!