I drove a co-workers P100D X back in 2017 and it vibrated pretty badly at normal height but was barely noticeable on the lowest height.
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Plaid Vibration around 38-42MPH....
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I drove a co-workers P100D X back in 2017 and it vibrated pretty badly at normal height but was barely noticeable on the lowest height.
n2mb_racing
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scrapps
Member
Probably going by the logic that when you drive over a rough road the S says 'Raising suspension to increase ride comfort'
n2mb_racing
Active Member
My concern is that lowering the car would make it harder to clear obstacles. After lowering, is your high setting still high enough to clear steep driveways, etc?
There must also be some consequence of lowering the suspension too. Does it have a higher risk of bottoming out the suspension? I'd guess it also throws off the alignment, but maybe you can have it aligned again with it lowered?
AMPd
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Good point, personally I’ll take a harsher ride if it means no mechanical vibration and premature tire wear.
Of course this is only for the pre 2021 refresh models, so not too helpful with the current shudder issue
n2mb_racing
Active Member
My other concern about lowering the suspension would be the warranty implications. Tesla would seem very likely to refuse to fix the vibration if they see any aftermarket parts on the car. They are already difficult to get to address this issue.
WilliamG
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n2mb_racing
Active Member
Yeah, that's a good reason to not touch anything on the car until this issue is sorted out. I might try using the "default to low" option after they replace my half shafts and see if that helps prolong their life.
n2mb_racing
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That's the law in theory... In practice.... Good luck.
lbowroom
Plaid, white on black, CF, 8/27/21, Track Pack
I've had absolutely no trouble getting my Tesla's serviced with extensive suspension and brake modifications on my 3 or on my current S with links, rotors, and wheels.
WilliamG
Hinge Fanatic
Yes, - they can't deny a window regulator fix if you have links. But if there's a suspension issue, or wearing of components in that vicinity, - they likely will.
n2mb_racing
Active Member
Could be fine, but I can also see them blaming the half shaft vibrations on the lowering links, since they are related. I'd imagine they are going to be looking for reasons to not fix this.
You could put the OEM parts back on there (at your cost) and prove it is not the issue. But at some point, is the headache worth it.
lbowroom
Plaid, white on black, CF, 8/27/21, Track Pack
n2mb_racing
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They refused to fix mine the first time I brought it in. Said they couldn't reproduce the vibration. It vibrated on every drive I've taken it on. I've been trying to bring it back now for two months, but they keep pushing the appointment back two weeks at a time, citing "availability of parts".
lbowroom
Plaid, white on black, CF, 8/27/21, Track Pack
jebinc
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theslimshadyist
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I wish this problem would go away. I really like my car but I'm almost to the point on dumping it for a M3P because of the vibration. I spend about 50% of my driving time in that 38-48mph range.
