It sounds like you may want to wait until air suspension is offered as an option.
If the model S has the same size springs then you could put those in and it would make it sit higher (because it weighs 1,000 lbs less) but it would also have a stiffer ride.I have my Model 3 on order and I am super stoked about my new EV.
That said, I am concerned about the low suspension, especially in the snow (high centering is a pain).
Because of the air suspension on the Model S, I don't believe there has been any discussion about traditional coil suspension lift kits.
Does anybody have any thoughts about the possibility of a custom suspension lift on a Model 3?
This would be extremely unwise, even if physically possible.If the model S has the same size springs then you could put those in and it would make it sit higher (because it weighs 1,000 lbs less) but it would also have a stiffer ride.
Care to explain ?This would be extremely unwise, even if physically possible.
Suspension design is extremely complex and requires extensive testing. Car makers spend huge amounts on design and testing of spring characteristics, suspension geometry, and damper settings. Installing springs designed for one vehicle on another is pure guesswork and likely dangerous.Care to explain ?
Very bad idea. Spring rate should not be changed to adjust ride height. Your suspension would be topping out on normal roads and it would not only be uncomfortable but would put additional wear on the strut limiters that prevent the struts from extending too far.If the model S has the same size springs then you could put those in and it would make it sit higher (because it weighs 1,000 lbs less) but it would also have a stiffer ride.
In that case, you may just want to order a set of 18" Aeros with winter tires. Elon has already stated that a lot of work went into making them very light. That's why they went with a wheel cover instead of a one-piece wheel.Extra rims: An extra set of "junk" rims should also be on my to-buy list. They can be scratched up and ugly, but ideally lightweight. I could leave offroad tires permanently mounted to them.
Yes, I bet that would be fine.Larger tires: The offroad tires should ideally have about 1" extra rubber on them (since the suspension will be set to "very high" where possible, "high" the rest of the time - giving more room in the wheel wells). I imagine that 1" larger OD is about the most one could add on "high" without risk of bouncing up against the wheel wells?
It's probably fine. Hopefully somebody who doesn't care about warranties will perform a test at some point. In the meantime, I've always loved this video of a Nissan Leaf undergoing deep-water testing.What about water that's unexpectedly deeper?
Indeed, that would be preferable. But I'd rather get a used pair that's already scuffed up than a new pairIn that case, you may just want to order a set of 18" Aeros with winter tires. Elon has already stated that a lot of work went into making them very light. That's why they went with a wheel cover instead of a one-piece wheel.
More worried about scuffs than structural damage, particularly if the tires have a larger-than-standard sidewall.If you really think your rims are going to take some damage, then I'd suggest getting steelies instead. Steel wheels can be bent back in shape when damaged
Yeah, that would be greatly appreciated. Hopefully I won't end up being that person, lol!Hopefully somebody who doesn't care about warranties will perform a test at some point.
Once or twice per year.How often do you plan to get out there?
What's the purpose of owning a car but then treating it like a museum piece? Cars are bought to be enjoyed. And highland trips are enjoyable.Is worth thrashing a somewhat hi-tech car?
Isn't it already armoured? I remember that after some debris strike incidents in the Model S incidents they put a titanium plate on it. I thought the 3 had a steel one.How about adding a skid plate for the battery, I would get very concerned with a dented one
I would invest in the dinosaur, if you intended to go there once a month that would be another thing.do them in my pickup, but the thing is a dinosaur.
Who's talking about museum? I agree with you but sparing your car from a few trips like this could extend how long you are going to enjoy itWhat's the purpose of owning a car but then treating it like a museum piece? Cars are bought to be enjoyed.
I don't remember hearing anything about the 3's battery pack being armored. I assume the bottom of the pack is decently thick and hard steel. But I don't actually know. Does anybody remember reading about it?Isn't it already armoured? I remember that after some debris strike incidents in the Model S incidents they put a titanium plate on it. I thought the 3 had a steel one.