Which wheels are you using with the 20s? I've got TST20 from TSportline, in a staggered setup, and I'd love to get Quatrac Pro tires -- but I can't tell if there's a size that will fit. Front currently has 265/45, I think.
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Tire replacement time.
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I have Brixton RF7's on my 20's. 245/35 front and 275/30 rear in a staggered setup.
Suggestions for ideal all-seasons, heavily slanted toward spirited driving? 20k mi and bald Contis on my 2018 75D (265/45-20F 275/45-20R).
I'm in the Bay Area, expecting mostly sunny days. But it can get down to the low 30s overnight, and we might do an occasional trip to the Sierras.
Wish I could do summers, and have been happy with the Latitude Sport 3s on our Macan. But I have to be reasonable with the family hauler, so no Pilot Sport 4 SUVs on the Tesla, unfortunately.
The stock Contis (CrossContact LX Sport) were rather decent, and kept me up with a modified 911 on HWY9.
Research and comments here point me toward the Pirelli Scorpion ZERO All Season Plus. Might be a slightly sharper tire than stock. On par with energy efficiency.
Folks also comment on the newest entrant, the Yokohama Geolandar X-CV. Marketing has it as performance oriented, though folks say the sidewall feels soft. Energy usage may be higher than stock.
Other Contis (CrossClimate, 4x4) seem more geared to the severe weather side.
Are the Pirellis the best bet?
I'm in the Bay Area, expecting mostly sunny days. But it can get down to the low 30s overnight, and we might do an occasional trip to the Sierras.
Wish I could do summers, and have been happy with the Latitude Sport 3s on our Macan. But I have to be reasonable with the family hauler, so no Pilot Sport 4 SUVs on the Tesla, unfortunately.
The stock Contis (CrossContact LX Sport) were rather decent, and kept me up with a modified 911 on HWY9.
Research and comments here point me toward the Pirelli Scorpion ZERO All Season Plus. Might be a slightly sharper tire than stock. On par with energy efficiency.
Folks also comment on the newest entrant, the Yokohama Geolandar X-CV. Marketing has it as performance oriented, though folks say the sidewall feels soft. Energy usage may be higher than stock.
Other Contis (CrossClimate, 4x4) seem more geared to the severe weather side.
Are the Pirellis the best bet?
Pirelli Scorpion ZERO All Season Plus are WINNERS Had them on my first Model X
However, on my last MODEL X, (once the suicide Contis blew out, which wasn't long) I replaced them with none other than Hankook. Say what???
Don't be fooled by the $152 price per tire. They provided a great soft ride, little to no noise, superb handling, and great value. They were on my Model X Raven when it set the World Record for the quickest SUV, beating out the stripped X Raven with Contis and the Lambo Urus. Great tire and something to consider.
They are sticky, but they last. They also have four of five stars and 100% of owners saying they would buy the tire again.
However, on my last MODEL X, (once the suicide Contis blew out, which wasn't long) I replaced them with none other than Hankook. Say what???
Don't be fooled by the $152 price per tire. They provided a great soft ride, little to no noise, superb handling, and great value. They were on my Model X Raven when it set the World Record for the quickest SUV, beating out the stripped X Raven with Contis and the Lambo Urus. Great tire and something to consider.
They are sticky, but they last. They also have four of five stars and 100% of owners saying they would buy the tire again.
Ah, fond memories of Hankook and Falken from back when I was more active with my FD RX-7...
Biggest issue I see is Hankook only offers the 275/45. Seems it *might* fit based on the thread here (and size differences are within a few percent on comparison calculators):
teslamotorsclub.com
Main concerns:
- 275 on front 9" stock rims is at the minimum for that width, which could lead to softer feeling/buckling sidewalls
- Rubbing may be an issue at full lock (but depends on each manufacturer's actual tread width and geometry)
Squaring at 275 also opens up a larger set of options, including
- Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus
- Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3
- Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate
- Michelin CrossClimate SUV (only "touring", not performance/sport, yet reviews point to it being a fantastic dry tire)
It's goofy TireRack has separate categories for (Ultra) High Performance All Seasons and Street/sport Truck All Seasons; per their representatives, they have no practical differences.
Biggest issue I see is Hankook only offers the 275/45. Seems it *might* fit based on the thread here (and size differences are within a few percent on comparison calculators):
Non-staggered for Model X
btw: I see that the 265s are weight-rated as 108 vs 110 for the 275s. Probably doesn't make a significant difference for me since I'm not towing a trailer but let me know if others have a different opinion.
teslamotorsclub.com
- 275 on front 9" stock rims is at the minimum for that width, which could lead to softer feeling/buckling sidewalls
- Rubbing may be an issue at full lock (but depends on each manufacturer's actual tread width and geometry)
Squaring at 275 also opens up a larger set of options, including
- Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus
- Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3
- Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate
- Michelin CrossClimate SUV (only "touring", not performance/sport, yet reviews point to it being a fantastic dry tire)
It's goofy TireRack has separate categories for (Ultra) High Performance All Seasons and Street/sport Truck All Seasons; per their representatives, they have no practical differences.
Looking to order replacements for my 22s. What are the best Tires for 22s regarding noise? Additionally I see on TireRack the SportContact 6 shows up as NEW with T0 designation. Since the new Plaid X being spotted around Cali are using the SportContact 6. what is everyone's thoughts on this possibly being the best choice for 22s now?
I had two blowouts like this with my Model X, courtesy of OEM Continental tires with normal driving. I was also pleasantly surprised to find how great Hankook tires performed at a great low price.
One at 14k and one at 18k miles. Pirellis ran sweet, handled well and still had read at 11k.
miles.
Buyer beware.
One at 14k and one at 18k miles. Pirellis ran sweet, handled well and still had read at 11k.
miles.
Buyer beware.
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Without seeing a wider angle shot, that tire looks like it blew out because it was bald.
Hard to tell from this angle of course, but that’s what it looks like. Maybe the famous “inner tire wear on Model X” bit you? Where the outside of the tire looks fine but the inside is completely worn?
For me, I’ve recently installed Nokian WR G4 SUV tires and I’m beyond pleased with them!
Ironically, I was just on the way home from TESLA service center where they had just inspected the tires at a service appointment. I believe they said it had 4/32nds on it. Fortunately, I was within the 50 mile radius when it blew and it was hauled back to TESLA on a flat bed. No adjustment from Continental, of course.
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