TexasTeslaRacing
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Also want to add wh/mi was 303 on a flat 80 mile round trip. Average freeway speed 70mph. Not bad considering.
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P3D+ compatible wheels
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usofrob
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How's the steering feel difference between the original wheels/tires and the new set?
That's one of my biggest concerns, because most of the time I want a fun car to drive around. It doesn't have to be the grippiest. And sometimes wider tires reduce steering feel/response.
That's one of my biggest concerns, because most of the time I want a fun car to drive around. It doesn't have to be the grippiest. And sometimes wider tires reduce steering feel/response.
TexasTeslaRacing
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Steering response is better IMO. Faster turn in. Really wants to go where you point it. Nothing has changed but the wheels. Road notice is substantially more, but if you saw the tread you would understand. After going back to the stocks wheels for testing, it’s like going from a jet to a single engine piston airplane. There’s just no comparison.
On my daily commute there is a long sweeping right hand turn I can now take at 70 instead of 60. 15% increase just from tires. With all the mods complete I’m hoping for 75.
On my daily commute there is a long sweeping right hand turn I can now take at 70 instead of 60. 15% increase just from tires. With all the mods complete I’m hoping for 75.
TexasTeslaRacing
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No not yet. The ride height is actually 10mm higher than stock because of the tire size. MPP coilovers are pre-ordered but wont arrive until after the new year. Should have the camber and toe arms installed next month.
I live in the Bay Area and usually drive several times to Lake Tahoe for the ski season which I can't do with the Summer tires. My plan to is to get a second set of wheels with all seasons tires and swap them in December/January and drive with them until April.
What would be your recommendation for all season tires and new set of wheels? I would like 18 or 19 inches wheels.
What would be your recommendation for all season tires and new set of wheels? I would like 18 or 19 inches wheels.
I really like the VMR wheels and they can be machined to fit a P3D, so i'd suggest one of those for a wheel. As for tires, it really depends on what kind of all-season you want, though it sounds like you're looking for a more winter type tire. Here's my favorite YouTube channel on tires (tyres?) and their thoughts on best all-season brands:
Just be sure to match the diameter of whatever tire you get with your current set-up, many online calculators can help you check that (Tire Size Calculator) and probably keep the same width and wheel offset (+35 for P3D)
Chgd Up
Sig 1004
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Ended up purchasing the same 8.5 fronts and 9.0 rears with TPMS and Blizzak snows
18X8.5 FLOW ONE RACE SPEC F2 GLOSS GUN
2 In Stock $217.43 $434.86
235/45R-18 BRIDGESTONE BLIZZAK LM001 XL
2 In Stock $237.35 $474.70
REQUIRED CENTERING RING
2 In Stock N/C N/C
18X9 FLOW ONE RACE SPEC F2 GLOSS GUN
2 In Stock $232.42 $464.84
255/40R-18 BRIDGESTONE BLIZZAK LM001 XL
2 In Stock $231.52 $463.04
REQUIRED CENTERING RING
2 In Stock N/C N/C
Jedi2155
Model 3 has Arrived.
Were the centering ring's required? Was there anything else you needed to have them mounted on your P3D+?
Mounted my 19” flow one f3’s with Blizzak lm32’s the other day. TireRack revised the hubcentric rings for the P3D+ because the tolerance was too small and they were hard to slide on. New ones are perfect. They are well aware of the lip on the hub and no issues there. TPMS connected and works as expected. Theses are flow forged and weigh less than the TST 19’s
I'm tempted to buy the 20" forged aluminum rims for $4400 - $1000 discount. BUT...they only offer 20x8.5 and 20x10 combo, which I'm not to sure about.
What size are you looking for? FYI VS forged has a similar wheel that is also fully forged, hubcentric and custom sizes/specs....and still cheaper than t-sportline with the 1K discount. You’ll have to wait 6-8 weeks....but keep in mind some of t-sportlines sizes are backordered.
Xenoilphobe
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I currently have 20x8.5 from the 20" P3D pilot 4s tires and rims, so I'd be looking at a squared set that matched those.
Their website lists a 20x8.5 squared setup for p3d+. But also says backordered till mid December. If you’ve been reading about the tst backorder, people hoping for them to come in before the snow hits and some being disappointed....there have been delays. So if you’re willing to wait that’s good....but as mentioned there are other options. Just as light,specific for p3d+ and cheaper.
I believe I'm going to use VS forged for my rims, but I'm assuming I have to give them my specifics of my cat etc. Right?
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