Tesla Roadster Parts and Upgrades

[hallvardr]

I have been thinking about making this for some time. Please help me to make this even better:

*Exterior:
Lotus Exige mirror plinth:
DeRoure Ltd - The most comprehensive Lotus parts site on the web. View parts diagrams on line for Lotus Elise, Exige, Esprit, Elan, 2-Eleven, Evora, Europa and 340R.
Need to cut off 1-2mm on the bottom and paint.
Complete carbon mirrors:
Carbon Fiber Mirror set
Visio Clear top:
-

*Electrical:
12V Battery upgrade alternatives:
Instructions:
Replacing the 12V aux Battery
Gruber:
Secondary Battery System
Shorai:
https://www.amazon.com/Shorai-LFX09L2-BS12-Extreme-Lithium-Powersports/dp/B005FIUGPQ
LED Licence plate: Osram 38MM
LED Parking and interior light: Osram W5W
Upgrade LED front lights
Carl Medlock
Upgrade LED rear lights:
Bespoke51
Replacement LED side Repeaters:
Elise Parts - Lighting - Exterior lighting - S3 Style LED Side Repeaters
Need to reuse the old wire since these have a shorter and swithed plug.
Actuators:
https://www.amazon.com/CrazyforDeal...Actuator+12-Volt+Motor+(2+Pack)&tag=tmc064-20


*Interior:
Sound proofing:
3M Felt tape between plastic interior pieces:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Anti-Squeak-Rattle-Self-Adhesive/dp/B00CI6CTIA
Sound proofing in doors and behind front wheel:
Dynamat.com | Dynamat Xtreme for Automotive and Restoration Use
Pioneer 2din:
Car Navigation Multimedia Receivers
v3 computer:
https://www.fasttech.com/category/1080/automotive-electronics
Leather care
https://rupesusa.com/product/l301-leather-fast-cleaner/

Suspension/Brakes/Tires:
Brake pads:
EBC alternatives:
https://www.ebcbrakeshop.co.uk/info-brake-parts? make=TESLA&year=2011&model=Roadster&engineSelect=Electric&engine=Electric&bhp=
Rear brake caliper refurbish kits:
https://www.eliseparts.com/products/show/20/28/brembo-refurbishment-kit/
Just the seals:
https://www.vx220parts.com/products/show/85/674/brembo-caliper-seals/
Upgrade brakes:
-
Upgrade suspension:
-
Tires:
Performance tires:Yokohama Advan Neova (AD07)
Eco Tires:Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance


*Drivetrain:
PEM DIY clean:
https://teslamotorsclub.com/tmc/threads/diy-roadster-2-5-pem-cleaning-step-by-step.50277/
PEM DIY upgrade:
https://teslamotorsclub.com/tmc/threads/roadster-pem-failure.88028/
PEM Gruber
https://www.gruberpower.com/Roadster-PEM
3.0 Battery
https://teslamotorsclub.com/tmc/threads/3-0-battery-longevity.86139/
www.tesla.com

*Charging:
The Can JR:
https://www.gruberpower.com/tesla-roadster-converter-can
Home made adapter (Norwegian site):
http://elbilforum.no/forum/index.php/topic,18617.15.html
Chademo:
https://shop.quickchargepower.com/JdeMo-for-Tesla-Roadster-JdeMORoadster.htm

 

[Rolf68]

Hello there

for suspension I'd recommend the Nitron replacement : Alignment knocked out of whack...

for brake and custom rotor, this : Now Shipping: Custom Tesla Roadster 2-Piece Slotted Rotors

have a nice day

 

[hallvardr]

Hmm, is it not possible to edit the first post to add more things?

 

[slcasner]

It is possible to have wiki posts in TMC, but perhaps those can only reside in the separate Wikiposts section. I didn't see a selection when starting a new thread to configure it as a wiki.

 

[X.l.r.8]

I would rethink using bespoke51 for the rear lights.
Would led trigger the bulb failure lights. I had to put resistors in my bikes when I went to led’s.

 

[hallvardr]

I would rethink using bespoke51 for the rear lights.
Would led trigger the bulb failure lights. I had to put resistors in my bikes when I went to led’s.

I already have them installed on my car actually

 

[slcasner]

I would rethink using bespoke51 for the rear lights.
Would led trigger the bulb failure lights. I had to put resistors in my bikes when I went to led’s.

The original tail lights are LED.

 

[Rolf68]

I already have them installed on my car actually

Did you install them yourself? Was it an easy job? I'm considering buying them in some month...

 

[X.l.r.8]

+1

 

[petergrub]

Online Parts Manual for the Roadster:
Roadster

 

[Moge]

They're a fairly simple install, remove the standard factory set, replace them with the new and plug and go.

Sasha, are you planning headlights as well?

 

[Moge]

Moge, we were discussing it a few weeks ago. It would require owners sending us their headlights for us to retrofit a solution. I don't think this would be feasible since it would mean cars being out of service while the work is performed.

I would assume getting hold of some used headlights should be no problem at all, if you post it at this forum it shouldn't take long before you get a pair. Have you already got some ideas on how you would build it? PS! There's a lot of owners looking for replacement lights!

 

[X.l.r.8]

This is going to get tired real quickly

 

[Gremlin]

I have been thinking about making this for some time. Please help me to make this even better:

*Exterior:
Lotus Exige mirror plinth:
DeRoure Ltd - The most comprehensive Lotus parts site on the web. View parts diagrams on line for Lotus Elise, Exige, Esprit, Elan, 2-Eleven, Evora, Europa and 340R.
Need to cut off 1-2mm on the bottom and paint.
Complete carbon mirrors:
Carbon Fiber Mirror set
Visio Clear top:
-

*Electrical:
12V Battery upgrade alternatives:
Instructions:
Replacing the 12V aux Battery
Gruber:
Secondary Battery System
Shorai:
https://www.amazon.com/Shorai-LFX09L2-BS12-Extreme-Lithium-Powersports/dp/B005FIUGPQ
LED Licence plate: Osram 38MM
LED Parking and interior light: Osram W5W
Upgrade LED front lights
Carl Medlock
Upgrade LED rear lights:
Bespoke51
Replacement LED side Repeaters:
Elise Parts - Lighting - Exterior lighting - S3 Style LED Side Repeaters
Need to reuse the old wire since these have a shorter and swithed plug.
Actuators:
https://www.amazon.com/CrazyforDeals-Universal-Power-Actuator-12-Volt/dp/B00CZBQCR2/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1442459204&sr=1-1-fkmr0&keywords=CrazyforDeals™+Universal+Car+Power+Door+Lock+Actuator+12-Volt+Motor+(2+Pack)&tag=tmc064-20


*Interior:
Sound proofing:
3M Felt tape between plastic interior pieces:
Direct Products Anti Squeak Anti Rattle Self Adhesive Felt Tape 25mm X 3M : Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools
Sound proofing in doors and behind front wheel:
Dynamat.com | Dynamat Xtreme for Automotive and Restoration Use
Pioneer 2din:
Car Navigation Multimedia Receivers
v3 computer:
https://www.fasttech.com/category/1080/automotive-electronics
Leather care
https://rupesusa.com/product/l301-leather-fast-cleaner/

Suspension/Brakes/Tires:
Brake pads:
EBC alternatives:
EBC Brakes | EBC Brake Pads | EBC Brake Discs | EBC Brake Shop make=TESLA&year=2011&model=Roadster&engineSelect=Electric&engine=Electric&bhp=
Rear brake caliper refurbish kits:
Brembo Refurbishment Kit | EliseParts
Just the seals:
https://www.vx220parts.com/products/show/85/674/brembo-caliper-seals/
Upgrade brakes:
-
Upgrade suspension:
-
Tires:
Performance tires:Yokohama Advan Neova (AD07)
Eco Tires:Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance


*Drivetrain:
PEM DIY clean:
https://teslamotorsclub.com/tmc/threads/diy-roadster-2-5-pem-cleaning-step-by-step.50277/
PEM DIY upgrade:
https://teslamotorsclub.com/tmc/threads/roadster-pem-failure.88028/
PEM Gruber
https://www.gruberpower.com/Roadster-PEM
3.0 Battery
https://teslamotorsclub.com/tmc/threads/3-0-battery-longevity.86139/
www.tesla.com

*Charging:
The Can JR:
https://www.gruberpower.com/tesla-roadster-converter-can
Home made adapter (Norwegian site):
http://elbilforum.no/forum/index.php/topic,18617.15.html
Chademo:
https://shop.quickchargepower.com/JdeMo-for-Tesla-Roadster-JdeMORoadster.htm

Article is a little dated. For suspension Medlock & Sons. Had these installed on my car. Tires, I went with Continental as lower rolling resistance, CR and DeedWest reviews.

 

[mircearstan]

Any source for mudflaps/mudguards? These seem to break easily and it would be great to have some easily available replacements. I’ve heard some people were able to source them from Tesla but I was unsuccessful.