Maximum Tires Size Model Y Performance?

[FlyGuyM0delY]

I am trying to determine what the maximum tires size anyone can confirm so far on the MYP. I just swapped over to my winter setup, but will to replace the Pirelli’s come next spring. I am running 20mm spacer in the front and 25mm spacers in the rear.

I would like to run Vredestein Quatrac Pro’s.
Front:
275/40R21
Rear:
285/40R21

I believe I have seen some members post the rear size being okay, but I believe the front might be a little ambitious?

Any input would be greatly appreciated!

 

[thesmokingman]

I bought them from discount tire, which in SoCal is Americas Tire. I think the website wouldn’t let me order non-OEM size so I had to call and have them place the order over the phone.

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You couldn't shop by tire size?

 

[Canyonero]

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You couldn't shop by tire size?

I did but then when I went to check out it made me enter my vehicle, and once I did it wouldn’t let me buy the non-OEM sizes. I was as surprised as you are. So was the guy on the phone actually.

 

[KenMast3rs]

I did but then when I went to check out it made me enter my vehicle, and once I did it wouldn’t let me buy the non-OEM sizes. I was as surprised as you are. So was the guy on the phone actually.

That’s what I am going to do tomorrow. The website forces you to enter your vehicle and it won’t let you checkout because of different than OE specs. I will call them tomorrow to order the 265/35/21 and 295/35/21 Michelin AS as it looks like it’s the next best option. Hopefully it’s still in stocks.

 

[thesmokingman]

That’s what I am going to do tomorrow. The website forces you to enter your vehicle and it won’t let you checkout because of different than OE specs. I will call them tomorrow to order the 265/35/21 and 295/35/21 Michelin AS as it looks like it’s the next best option. Hopefully it’s still in stocks.

You should go 275 in front.

 

[akballow]

I am trying to determine what the maximum tires size anyone can confirm so far on the MYP. I just swapped over to my winter setup, but will to replace the Pirelli’s come next spring. I am running 20mm spacer in the front and 25mm spacers in the rear.

I would like to run Vredestein Quatrac Pro’s.
Front:
275/40R21
Rear:
285/40R21

I believe I have seen some members post the rear size being okay, but I believe the front might be a little ambitious?

Any input would be greatly appreciated!

265/40/21 and 295/40/21 Is confirmed to fit with no issues. I would not go 275 in front, and i think the rears have a ton of extra room, could go up to 305 or more easily, but are limited by the rim max spec of 295.

 

[MJP.P3D-]

That’s what I am going to do tomorrow. The website forces you to enter your vehicle and it won’t let you checkout because of different than OE specs. I will call them tomorrow to order the 265/35/21 and 295/35/21 Michelin AS as it looks like it’s the next best option. Hopefully it’s still in stocks.

You can use a Porsche Macan Turbo (Yuck) for the vehicle info, if helpful.

 

[MJP.P3D-]

You can use a Porsche Macan Turbo (Yuck) for the vehicle info, if helpful.

 

[KenMast3rs]

You should go 275 in front.

Would that be any problem if I already have 20mm spacers front and 25mm rear? I thought I read someone said they wouldn’t recommend 275 or higher?

 

[thesmokingman]

Would that be any problem if I already have 20mm spacers front and 25mm rear? I thought I read someone said they wouldn’t recommend 275 or higher?

I've seen up to 285. And for the record 275's are the ideal size on a 9.5in rim. It's up to you... not gonna twist your arm or anything.

 

[KenMast3rs]

I've seen up to 285. And for the record 275's are the ideal size on a 9.5in rim. It's up to you... not gonna twist your arm or anything.

Lol, thanks for the recommendation. I appreciate it.

 

[KenMast3rs]

One of the well known shops in SoCal refuses to mount anything outside the factory specs for teslas because of possible slippage/reaction from the car. Anyone experience this?

 

[thesmokingman]

One of the well known shops in SoCal refuses to mount anything outside the factory specs for teslas because of possible slippage/reaction from the car. Anyone experience this?

Most likely fear because of ignorance. There are no viscous couplings, no differentials on the car and the car will adjust itself to the new rolling dimensions.

 

[akballow]

I hate shops that offer their opinion. Its like when you have a nail in your tire and they wont repair it because the tire tread is too low. OK i will just go drive myself out with a nail in my tire instead !

Just do it, you already sign a waiver that they are not liable for *sugar* anyways when you check it in.

 

[tangible1]

265/40/21 and 295/40/21 Is confirmed to fit with no issues. I would not go 275 in front, and i think the rears have a ton of extra room, could go up to 305 or more easily, but are limited by the rim max spec of 295.

you need to check front tire wheel well clearance with the steering wheel lock to lock.
Have them mount one tire and do that check before you mount the rest.

The rear has lots of room.

 

[akballow]

you need to check front tire wheel well clearance with the steering wheel lock to lock.
Have them mount one tire and do that check before you mount the rest.

The rear has lots of room.

not just wheel lock to lock but also full compression. You can do this by either jacking up one side at the shop, or driving up on a large curb after installing the tires like I did. When full compression there is ever so slight tiny rub on the back side against the fabric wheel well. This will probably correct itself after the tread wears a little.

 

[KenMast3rs]

Does anyone know if running 275/35/21 and 295/35/21 will cause a problem if I plan to lower my car with a mild 1” drop? Thanks

 

[rauce]

Just dropped my MYP off to get 265/40s & 295/40s, hope you guys were right! The guy at the shop didn’t seem convinced it was going to work.

 

[KenMast3rs]

Just dropped my MYP off to get 265/40s & 295/40s, hope you guys were right! The guy at the shop didn’t seem convinced it was going to work.

Keep us posted. Do they require the car to be there all day? I am going to call them today to place my order for 275/35/21 and 295/35/21.

 

[rauce]

Keep us posted. Do they require the car to be there all day? I am going to call them today to place my order for 275/35/21 and 295/35/21.

Will post in here as soon as I pick it up. They said it’d be a few hours.

 

[BillyG2022MYP]

Will post in here as soon as I pick it up. They said it’d be a few hours.

Rauce,take lots of photos from different angles so we can see how those tires look on the car. Did you go with the Continental tires?