Model 3 perfect match for Spare Tire is from a Genesis 2015-2019 must be the 18x4 rim. Spare Tire Size- T135/80R18 with 5X114.3mm PCD Bolt Pattern and 64.1mm center hole.
This is the spare I carry while on a trip. It is a very well thought out kit and is not all that bulky. As he said, I put our luggage on top of it. We have two Model 3’s and when home we keep it in our garage. On trips over 1.5 hours, I carry this.
Many Tesla owners have removed the rear trunk panel and made a space underneath that panel to store the modern spare, then replaced the panel back as before. Some have had to do some cutting to fit the modern spare. This way you still have the above open space of your trunk.
Yeah, I've seen this, I'm just not ready to rip apart my car for this. It really doesn't affect our packing room so far, even in a Model 3. Thanks for sharing!
Yes it looks like it is a pretty easy project if you just remove the sub trunk the modern spare will fit in easily. I plan on doing this once I return my leased model Y and purchase a new one this or next month@@TeslaTipsTrips
Modern Spare makes an excellent option for Tesla, which is great for road trips. For everyday commutes, I suggest buying for a tire dealer (Like Les Schwab in the West, they are EXCELLENT) that will cover repair or replacement of your tires when you purchase from them. Obviously, this won't apply to the set of tires that come with the vehicle initially, but when you replace them, consider the service you will get post sale rather than just the lowest price. Les Schwab gives me FREE tire rotations on my current vehicle, since I bought the tires from them. In the long run, that alone will save you money...but if you get a flat, it will save you even more!
spent 7 hours helping a friend with a Tesla . No spare tire , no wheel wrench and no jack . AAA refused to come , Private tow service wanted $1000 . He was lucky to find me .The tire was irreparable so off to the tire shop , then back to the car . Total driving time was 6 hours . Plus my American wrench didn't fit the lug bolts although Tesla was made in America . And cell phone service isn't available everywhere .
Lots of cars don't come with spare tires anymore. They add a lot of weight (spare and jack and tire iron, etc.) and bulk, and frankly, many are never used. A 12 Volt compressor will let you limp to a facility most of the time, and if you add a plug kit to the compressor, that should handle 95% of tire failures. As an example, my wife's Ford Fusion Hybrid has no spare, and in 50,000, would have only needed assistance once.
@@alisolkanu4763 Tire sealants do not spread out evenly inside the tire, and often make it impossible to evenly balance the tire again. They are easier than plug kit, but are not 100% effective (once had a blow out and a whole section of the sidewall opened up. Only a spare would fix that.
Unless you're going to be travelling somewhere remote, I don't think it's worth carrying a spare. In most locations, you will be within range of some kind of repair shop where you can get some kind of replacement. If you have a plug kit + compressor, you should be fine - you would only need a tow if you have a blowout or sidewall damage. The whole idea of a spare feels like a vestige of the pre-cell phone era. Back then, you'd be stranded until you were able to get to a pay phone to call for a tow. These days, help is just a phone call away. Sure, it's inconvenient, but that's a fair trade for not having to sacrifice that much trunk space for a spare.
@@GABIKA7717 Yes, but I still ask, what is the probability that will happen? Is being able to handle that situation worth sacrificing so much trunk space? For you it may be worth it, but for me, it's not.
@@dberke711 when you break down on the 58 fwy in CA in the middle of the night and there is no phone service than I would say yes it’s worth to have a spare tire.
@@TeslaTipsTrips I had mechanic plugged a flat tire on my old Lexus and it takes some strength. Not easy. That's why I went with tire sealant as a last solution for emergency.
I worry about the aftermarket spares being the wrong centre bore size, if this is the case do they give you a reducer ring for 64.1mm? As I don't actually need huge boot space I'm gonna get a "5th" Tesla 18" alloy instead. Same fitment, right tyre size!
No Run Flat tire why?? Safety first Tesla, equip your cars with Run Flats! Many companies don’t provide a spare…run flats work great are Safer and sometimes can be patched
I’m about to pickup my FIRST EV Tesla this Friday and I’m just finding out about this ridiculous design flaw! I’ve been defending how teslas are not designed by a childish buffoon but man what the crap. Why Tesla lovers didn’t push back and demand better over the years. I can’t catch a break 😣
Model 3 perfect match for Spare Tire is from a Genesis 2015-2019 must be the 18x4 rim. Spare Tire Size- T135/80R18 with 5X114.3mm PCD Bolt Pattern and 64.1mm center hole.
This is the spare I carry while on a trip. It is a very well thought out kit and is not all that bulky. As he said, I put our luggage on top of it. We have two Model 3’s and when home we keep it in our garage. On trips over 1.5 hours, I carry this.
Agreed, thanks for watching!
Been flat-bedded from Mammoth to Bishop. 4 days to get a tire. Tesla roadside assistance was awesome!
I do that drive a lot, always carry a spare. 30 mins (roughly) or 4 days? Thanks for watching!
Many Tesla owners have removed the rear trunk panel and made a space underneath that panel to store the modern spare, then replaced the panel back as before. Some have had to do some cutting to fit the modern spare. This way you still have the above open space of your trunk.
Yeah, I've seen this, I'm just not ready to rip apart my car for this. It really doesn't affect our packing room so far, even in a Model 3. Thanks for sharing!
Yes it looks like it is a pretty easy project if you just remove the sub trunk the modern spare will fit in easily. I plan on doing this once I return my leased model Y and purchase a new one this or next month@@TeslaTipsTrips
Modern Spare makes an excellent option for Tesla, which is great for road trips. For everyday commutes, I suggest buying for a tire dealer (Like Les Schwab in the West, they are EXCELLENT) that will cover repair or replacement of your tires when you purchase from them. Obviously, this won't apply to the set of tires that come with the vehicle initially, but when you replace them, consider the service you will get post sale rather than just the lowest price. Les Schwab gives me FREE tire rotations on my current vehicle, since I bought the tires from them. In the long run, that alone will save you money...but if you get a flat, it will save you even more!
Thanks for watching!
I carry compressor and plug kit … been thinking about buying a spare …
Same here!
spent 7 hours helping a friend with a Tesla . No spare tire , no wheel wrench and no jack . AAA refused to come , Private tow service wanted $1000 . He was lucky to find me .The tire was irreparable so off to the tire shop , then back to the car . Total driving time was 6 hours . Plus my American wrench didn't fit the lug bolts although Tesla was made in America . And cell phone service isn't available everywhere .
Prime example of why I carry a spare on road trips.
Lots of cars don't come with spare tires anymore. They add a lot of weight (spare and jack and tire iron, etc.) and bulk, and frankly, many are never used. A 12 Volt compressor will let you limp to a facility most of the time, and if you add a plug kit to the compressor, that should handle 95% of tire failures.
As an example, my wife's Ford Fusion Hybrid has no spare, and in 50,000, would have only needed assistance once.
Thanks for watching. We have all of the above. Spare, Compressor, Plug Kit. We'd rather not get stranded. Thanks for watching!
Best advice. Who wants to drive around with a bulky, heavy spare tire. A tire sealant will do it
@@alisolkanu4763 Tire sealants do not spread out evenly inside the tire, and often make it impossible to evenly balance the tire again.
They are easier than plug kit, but are not 100% effective (once had a blow out and a whole section of the sidewall opened up. Only a spare would fix that.
You can get a new Hyundai spare on ebay for one fourth the price of modern spare price.
For some reason no one talks about this! - been asking in forums! Gets drained out in Modern Spare chatter (~500$ with shipping!)
Unless you're going to be travelling somewhere remote, I don't think it's worth carrying a spare. In most locations, you will be within range of some kind of repair shop where you can get some kind of replacement. If you have a plug kit + compressor, you should be fine - you would only need a tow if you have a blowout or sidewall damage.
The whole idea of a spare feels like a vestige of the pre-cell phone era. Back then, you'd be stranded until you were able to get to a pay phone to call for a tow. These days, help is just a phone call away. Sure, it's inconvenient, but that's a fair trade for not having to sacrifice that much trunk space for a spare.
I bring up the remote aspect in the video, I find it essential for that, especially with family in the car. Thanks for watching!
Except when it’s Sunday and all tire shops closed or you are in the middle of the night in the Mohave desert
@@GABIKA7717 Yes, but I still ask, what is the probability that will happen? Is being able to handle that situation worth sacrificing so much trunk space? For you it may be worth it, but for me, it's not.
@@dberke711 when you break down on the 58 fwy in CA in the middle of the night and there is no phone service than I would say yes it’s worth to have a spare tire.
@@GABIKA7717 Sure. But if you're not frequently travelling that route at night (or similar desolate routes), then it's probably not necessary.
Thanks for the video
Thanks for watching!
I carry tire sealant and cordless tire inflator for emergency. They are much easier to carry and doesnt take much space at all.
You should at least add a plug kit from Amazon. Thanks for watching!
@@TeslaTipsTrips
I had mechanic plugged a flat tire on my old Lexus and it takes some strength. Not easy. That's why I went with tire sealant as a last solution for emergency.
I worry about the aftermarket spares being the wrong centre bore size, if this is the case do they give you a reducer ring for 64.1mm? As I don't actually need huge boot space I'm gonna get a "5th" Tesla 18" alloy instead. Same fitment, right tyre size!
I bought mine from Modern Spare before I took delivery
Planning ahead, I like it. Thanks for watching!
No Run Flat tire why?? Safety first Tesla, equip your cars with Run Flats! Many companies don’t provide a spare…run flats work great are Safer and sometimes can be patched
I'd recommend a Modern Spare over run flats which have a rough history. Thanks for watching!
Is dude parked? What’s with the huge line behind him??
Uhm, huh?
I’m about to pickup my FIRST EV Tesla this Friday and I’m just finding out about this ridiculous design flaw! I’ve been defending how teslas are not designed by a childish buffoon but man what the crap. Why Tesla lovers didn’t push back and demand better over the years. I can’t catch a break 😣