TMC is an independent, primarily volunteer organization that relies on ad revenue to cover its operating costs. Please consider whitelisting TMC on your ad blocker and becoming a Supporting Member. For more info: Support TMC
  1. TMC is currently READ ONLY.
    Click here for more info.

MountainPass Performance Comfort Coilovers

Discussion in 'Model Y: Driving Dynamics' started by noshadow, Dec 20, 2020.

  1. noshadow

    noshadow Member

    Joined:
    Mar 18, 2020
    Messages:
    425
    Location:
    Berkeley, CA
    I wanted to start a new thread specifically for these coilovers:
    MPP Model Y Comfort Adjustable Coilovers | Mountain Pass Performance

    I've seen discussions about them buried in other threads about more comfortable rides, but wanted a thread dedicated to them.

    I ordered mine about a month ago with a lead time of 4-8 weeks, and was wondering who also ordered? Anyone actually get them and have tried them yet?

    On a related note, the MPP staff customer service people are amazing, respond so quickly, and are very helpful. Makes me feel even better to support such a great business.
     
    • Like x 2
  2. ElementPowder

    ElementPowder Member

    Joined:
    Nov 29, 2017
    Messages:
    166
    Location:
    AZ
    I ordered my MPP coilovers during the pre sale in Sept and and still waiting for them, kinda sucks since they said they would ship late Nov/early Dec and i still have nothing
     
  3. DennyL

    DennyL Member

    Joined:
    Sep 26, 2018
    Messages:
    315
    Location:
    San Diego, CA
    Was the pre-sale price $2690? I just ordered last week and the pre-sales e-mail informed me 8-9 weeks. So maybe I will get them in March.
     
  4. RoBoRaT

    RoBoRaT Zero Farts Given!

    Joined:
    Nov 22, 2018
    Messages:
    1,343
    Location:
    SoCalNorth
    Been watching, contemplating UPP vs MPP coilovers. I hope you get your set soon - and have a positive review of the MPP coilovers.

    Do you know of MPP’s advantage over UPP’s?
     
  5. ElementPowder

    ElementPowder Member

    Joined:
    Nov 29, 2017
    Messages:
    166
    Location:
    AZ
    So MPP uses KW to build their coilovers, I have used KW coils on other cars before and loved them, UPP doesn't say who they use to make theirs but i am sure they are also made very well,
     
    • Informative x 2
  6. ElementPowder

    ElementPowder Member

    Joined:
    Nov 29, 2017
    Messages:
    166
    Location:
    AZ
    i believe right now they are just on backorder, the Pre-sale was only a few weeks long
     
  7. noshadow

    noshadow Member

    Joined:
    Mar 18, 2020
    Messages:
    425
    Location:
    Berkeley, CA
    I don't think it's "backorder" or what, it's basically built per order, so that's why it takes so long. They aren't stocking them.
     
  8. noshadow

    noshadow Member

    Joined:
    Mar 18, 2020
    Messages:
    425
    Location:
    Berkeley, CA
    I based my purchase of MPP based on the Model 3 reviews.
     
  9. pt19713

    pt19713 Member

    Joined:
    Feb 5, 2020
    Messages:
    688
    Location:
    Delaware
    It'd be nice if 1) they didn't charge my card until the parts ship, 2) provide an ETA at the time of order. I sent them a message a few days but haven't heard back.
     
    • Like x 1
  10. noshadow

    noshadow Member

    Joined:
    Mar 18, 2020
    Messages:
    425
    Location:
    Berkeley, CA
    They're usually really good about responding, I'm guessing it's because it's been the holidays. The last two weeks of December are always hard (Christmas, new years). I'd give them a pass... mountain... pass... ok.

    They charge the card and put the order through. I understand what you're saying, but I'm also not really that upset about timing of charges, especially for smaller companies. Big companies can deal with the charges coming in later, and in some cases, not at all. Smaller companies rely on the charges to come through before committing to build and ship the product.
     
  11. pt19713

    pt19713 Member

    Joined:
    Feb 5, 2020
    Messages:
    688
    Location:
    Delaware
    Ironically I got an email about 10 minutes after I posted but yeah, I wasn't complaining since I didn't know what the holiday work schedule is like.
     
    • Like x 1
  12. pt19713

    pt19713 Member

    Joined:
    Feb 5, 2020
    Messages:
    688
    Location:
    Delaware
    I forgot to mention, orders prior to the BF sale should be shipping this month. Those ordered on or around BF should expect shipments towards the end of January or early February. Subject to change.
     
    • Informative x 2
  13. gundarx

    gundarx Member

    Joined:
    Feb 5, 2020
    Messages:
    201
    Location:
    Renton, WA
    got update from MPP today that my 11/20 (BF sale) order should be shipped this month, coming from KW Germany straight to me via FedEx Air.. and MPP got their production unit from KW in December to ensure final packaging was perfect

    with pandemic going on and the crush of shipments during holidays from all delivery services, the ship times are reasonable
     
  14. MountainPass

    MountainPass Vendor

    Joined:
    Mar 2, 2018
    Messages:
    1,300
    Location:
    Toronto, Canada
    Sorry for the delays guys, KW are on holidays until Wednesday, then we can get another update on timing. I had a feeling it was too good to be true when they told us all the Model Y kits would ship in early December! We will stay on top of them until they get ship out, as I am sure we will hear from more people who really want their kit too. We try to answer every email within 24 hours or less unless it is holidays or weekends, but even then if it is an emergency we will get back to you!
     
    • Like x 3
    • Helpful x 1
  15. acarney

    acarney Active Member

    Joined:
    Jul 9, 2019
    Messages:
    2,313
    Location:
    Richland, WA
    I'm always hesitant with stuff like suspension because I don't know anything about setup, so I especially back off when it mentions that it's adjustable. When one of you guys gets these, could you record some YouTube videos showing how easy it is to adjust and describe a little on what the whole process is like? (Finding a shop you trust to work on Tesla, any issues you run into, if you feel more body roll or anything, etc)

    I'm pretty ok with the feeling of my suspension on the Model Y LR but it's "loud." When the car is loaded with about 200 pounds in the back I notice a much more muted sound with the suspension and it feels like it rides a bit better; still very firm but a "clean" and not harsh feeling. This matches what Elon has said, that the suspension gets better when it's loaded up in the back... unfortunately my rear is almost always empty unless I'm hauling tires and wheels to be mounted once every couple years...

    Would be curious if this kit is much quieter when going over bumps... I get a somewhat metallic or plastic sounding "pinks" when going over bumps, not deep thuds.
     
  16. noshadow

    noshadow Member

    Joined:
    Mar 18, 2020
    Messages:
    425
    Location:
    Berkeley, CA
    I went off of all the reviews from Model 3 owners with the same setup. I know that these are not the same, and they had to be redesigned for the Model Y, but I'm just assuming that the results will be at least similar.

    I dislike the ride feel enough that I'm willing to jump in and try these out. I ordered during the black Friday sale, but not exactly on the day, so I'm not sure when I'll be getting my set. Hopefully it'll be shipped along with everyone else that ordered? I'm happy to document how it all goes.
     
  17. vtplm

    vtplm Member

    Joined:
    May 9, 2018
    Messages:
    29
    Location:
    Irvine, CA
    I bought my MPP coilovers for my model y based on personal experience with my model 3 comfort non-adjustable coilovers. Extremely happy with the performance and lack of nvh which was a big concern for me given this car doesn't have engine/exhaust noise. Just echoing most people, but customer service has been top notch.
     
    • Like x 2
  18. DennyL

    DennyL Member

    Joined:
    Sep 26, 2018
    Messages:
    315
    Location:
    San Diego, CA
    Same. Many many pages of positive reviews.
     
    • Like x 1
  19. noshadow

    noshadow Member

    Joined:
    Mar 18, 2020
    Messages:
    425
    Location:
    Berkeley, CA
    Just a FYI, I got an email from MPP that they've heard back from KW and there's some sign that some of the earliest orders will have their coilovers shipped in 2 weeks, the rest are still 2 - 4 weeks out.

    It doesn't seem like they know how many are coming in 2 weeks, so there's no way to estimate if you made that cutoff or not.
     
  20. DennyL

    DennyL Member

    Joined:
    Sep 26, 2018
    Messages:
    315
    Location:
    San Diego, CA
    I received that email yesterday as well. We will know more end at the month who gets tracking number first.
     

Share This Page

  • About Us

    Formed in 2006, Tesla Motors Club (TMC) was the first independent online Tesla community. Today it remains the largest and most dynamic community of Tesla enthusiasts. Learn more.
  • Do you value your experience at TMC? Consider becoming a Supporting Member of Tesla Motors Club. As a thank you for your contribution, you'll get nearly no ads in the Community and Groups sections. Additional perks are available depending on the level of contribution. Please visit the Account Upgrades page for more details.


    SUPPORT TMC