My Tesla Has a Flat Tire. Now What?

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[@ElixirGraphics]

Tire plug kit would have been the way to go here, IMO.

[@EVMANVSGAS]

That is what I am thinking. I have a plug kit in my model 3 and my other car just in case. Especially since he had a air compressor with him. And he was getting new tires right away so no real problem with plugging it even though tire plugs have gotten a bad rap. I've never had a problem with one and I've used them for 30 yrs now.

[@PhilT993]

I have used them at least a dozen times and never had a problem. You need a pair of pliers to remove the nail and then use the reamer and insert plug and pump up the tire. FYI, buy a kit with a good "T" handle for leverage. It's a lot easier to get at the puncture when you can turn it out on the front tire. On the back you are going to have to lie down and get dirty :-), unless you remove the wheel first.

[@EVMANVSGAS]

@@PhilT993 Yes they can be bought at walmart for about $8 with the tools and 5 plugs

[@MrCarCrazy]

Facts! My model 3 performance is riding around on a plugged tire. And it will be until the tires need to be replaced. (Plug occurred around 5k miles). Discount threatened to keep my car hostage if it was deemed “not patchable” until they could get my tire in. This threat was enough for me to go and plug it. I’ve driven absurd speeds and miles on plugged tires. It’s a non-issue unless you have a separation in the plys.

[@Dallinzzz]

@@MrCarCrazy I got a flat tire and none of the tire shops locally would even patch the tire because of the foam. I must have called 10+ places. I ended up plugging my tire like 5000 miles ago

[@incognitotorpedo42]

The lack of a spare is not specifically an EV thing. There are some gasmobiles that don't have a spare. Your situation really wasn't that bad. You had an air compressor and only needed to use it a couple times. This tire could have been patched with one of those reamer and plug things, and would have been good to go a long way.

[@thehornerclan]

I have a Performance Model 3 and got a pinch flat when I hit a fairly hidden road hazard in a construction zone on a Sunday afternoon. The tire instantly lost all pressure and was unusable. I was able to pull over in a safe spot just after the construction zone. I figured, this is no problem, because Tesla Roadside Assistance is my "virtual spare". Well I was wrong. After searching the area for over half an hour, they were unable to locate a spare for my car. It appears that they don't typically have spares my car - it has the 20" performance wheels and the smaller wheels will not fit over the larger brakes. Fortunately I was only 10 miles from my house and 40 miles from the Tesla dealer. They towed my car to the dealer for free and dropped me off at home on the way. The dealer finally replaced the tire by Tuesday afternoon. I continue to think that this same scenario would been a disaster if I was a long way from home and possibly a long way from a Tesla dealer or tire center. Because of that, I purchased one of those spare tire kits and throw it in the car, standing up behind the drivers seat anytime I travel out of the area - I hate it, but it is better than the alternative. I also carry a plug kit and an electric pump.

[@garethclarke9267]

BE CAREFUL!! You're really fortunate that the screw/bolt didn't come out! My wife had this happen - tire was fine - got on highway - tire warmed up & spit out the bolt. Instant pressure loss at highway speed, tire shredded and nearly in a full-on accident! BE CAREFUL!!

[@johnnyhe2313]

Yep. The bolt come loose out and completely Flat

[@the.real.Black306]

If a plug kit isn’t readily available, an alternative is a screw with glue (ideally rubber cement or similarly flexible). That has worked for me as a temporary solution until I can get home and install a proper plug. I’ve even used a screw that caused a leak to begin with! LOL

[@GeoffreyHodies]

Carry a plug kit and a can of fix a flat at the very least, if not a spare when you take long trips.

[@justinfowler2857]

Don't use fix a flat. It ruins tpms sensors and sticks to the rim. Use tire slime and an air compressor instead. Plus you're not carrying a pressurized can in the back of your car.

[@GeoffreyHodies]

Justin Fowler Thanks I carry a plug kit. And I have the Tesla fix a flat kit. But I don’t use it because it’s so big. I do usually carry a can of fix a flat. Can’t you clean it off the inside of the rim and the tea PMS sensors?

[@drjimmaine]

Justin Fowler New fix a flat is safe for tpms, they say. Key is to tell the people who work on the tire and not leave it too long as the hunk needs to be washed off. If you can’t plug it, fix a flat is a cheap backup. Fix a flat recommendation keeping can in trunk. I wonder what places have trunk get over 120F.

[@nc3826]

FWIW, I have fixed every car flat I have had with plug or rope (style plug) ... you just have to find the hole.... its a shame they didn't have it for bikes when I rode, like they do now for tubeless bike tires...

[@dangrass]

I have a plug kit, a can of fix a flat, a bottle of slime and a compressor where the spare would be. Suggest that every Tesla owner should be able to repair a flat on his/her own. While roadside service is fine, it won't do you much good in the middle of Nevada on highway 50 or any of the N/S highways out there. Also, there's the matter of cost. Tesla is most likely going to require you to buy a new tire, when in many cases a plug/patch/Slime repair is just fine. And you're the frugal dude!

[@reasonitout9087]

Just bought Modern spare. No clearance* for jack with a totally blown out totally deflated flat tire (worst case scenario.) BUT you can carry wood and drive flat tire up onto an approx 2" high platform you can make with a stack of 1 foot by 1 foot 1" thick plywood squares for jacking clearance. Carry 1 extra 1/2" thick piece for under the jack (for soft or uneven ground) * Normal Model 3 ground clearance is approx. 5 1/2" with good tire, and approx. 2 1/2" with totally blown out and deflated un-inflatable tire. Modern Spare jack is over 3" tall fully collapsed. You will need to drive it onto wood to elevate car in order to use their jack.

[@Noksus]

You call having a flat tire unique? Alot of new cars don't have spares these days. Definitely not unique.

[@Hildepedia]

For what it’s worth, I’ve got 2 cars with no spare (Volt and Fiat 500e). I got “spare kids” for both and generally leave them in my garage. I figure, for me, 95% of the time I’m in town … no more than 10 miles from home. If either car gets a flat, me (or my spouse) can easily bring the tire/jack to the person with a flat in less than 30 minutes. I prefer to deal with it myself rather than wait for help or pay for towing (I’m frugal too). The only time I bring it with me is when I take the occasional long distance trip (about 200 miles) in the Volt. I’ve seen countless people on side of road with flats when driving from Orlando to Gainesville, for example. I don’t mind carrying that extra weight for those infrequent long trips for peace of mind and safety. I also carry a plug kit (with pliers), just in case. As usual, thanks for sharing your experience and ideas!

[@Hildepedia]

OOPS "spare KITS" (couldn't figure out how to edit)

[@dreamsky018]

I was gonna say... Those poor children that you leave in the garage... 😂

[@FD-ms2nm]

You people really need to learn how to plug a tire. All you Tesla owners. Something so easy. Don’t know what to do? Truly amazing

[@rlopez2626]

AAA, don’t leave home without it!

[@BecauseTesla]

I've had multiple flats in my Tesla within the last 6 months. Not sure why this car is a nail magnet, but it is. So I've become a bit of an expert on the subject matter...reluctantly. The first flat I had was handled by Tesla Roadside Assistance. They brought a spare to my office parking lot and changed it out for me there. I had to drive to the Tesla service center to pick up my new tire since it was damaged beyond repair. The last few flats I've fixed in my garage with a tire plug kit. Once with the tire still on the car, and once by removing the wheel from the car. Removing the wheel makes it easier to plug, but if I were stranded on the road with no jack...it can be done with the wheel still on the car. Lastly, I own that ModernSpare tire kit that you show at the end (there's a review video on my channel). It comes with a jack and everything you need to swap out a wheel on the side of the road. The tire on the wheel is a reinforced Perelli spare that will last many many years. It is a bit pricey up front, but trust me it is worth it in the long run. High-quality stuff. It's a full size spare, so it won't fit in the frunk or sub-trunk area, but because it is narrow, it lays flat enough in the trunk to leave room on top of it for other bags. Maybe a can of fix-a-flat or slime would be another option to try in a situation like yours. Just something to slow down the leak until you get home safely.

[@darwinman746]

First, move the tire so the puncture is in the bottom. Then start filling your tire with the slim compressor. Over inflat it to like 40-50psi. It’s normal if it hisses. Just start driving and the slim will start filling the hole. If that does not work, KZbin how to plug a tire. Not that hard at all. Btw, hockey puck is not a good material to use as a jack shim. Use a piece of 2x4 or something.

[@Nomore76]

BMW’s use run flats. I hit a giant pothole at night in my X3 about 70 miles from home. Both passenger side tires were flattened and both rims bent. Made it home safely on the run flats. With two ruined tires/wheels, a spare would not have helped me.

[@debravalreyes2033]

going over a bumb makes your ass hurt from run flats lol.

[@webcomment8895]

The aftermarket spare kit sold online is a safety hazard in a collision since it can’t be bolted down under the cargo floor like a spare tire designed for the car. It also takes up too much usable cargo space since it doesn’t fit under the cargo floor. Since fix-a-flat spray in a can isn’t compatible with the foam lined factory tires, tire repair plug kits are the best available option. You won’t be able to get Tesla roadside assistance to come out and change the tire for you if you drive more than 50 miles away from the nearest Tesla service center.

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

webcomment I saw where a guy used straps to hang the spare with straps in the trunk.

[@webcomment8895]

Mitchell Barnow Straps probably not secure enough to keep the spare tire and wheel from flying forward into the passenger compartment during an accident.

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

webcomment I wish that I could find the video, because it was snugly held by nylon straps through the slots in the exposed metal of the trunk.

[@bradleywilkinson9805]

My last car to have a spare was a 2007 Yaris. Haven't had a spare since 2010. It's not a big deal. Just carry a patch/plug kit with a small 12v inflator. If the damage is too severe, get a tow. It's like pennies a month for roadside through most insurance companies. Owning a Tesla doesn't make the process any different than the rest of us without spare tires. Notice how I intentionally don't mention what I drive that doesn't have a spare because tires don't care what vehicle they're on when they go flat.

[@hvacmike1175]

Lots of new cars no longer have a spare tire. They have fix a flat type of sealant and a 12 volt compressor. Some have run flat tires. If I remember correctly Florida used to have a law that said you could not sell a car without a spare tire and the equipment required to change it.

[@thomasjacques5286]

That's the benefit of accurate and real-time TPMS. I have done that on my vettes a few times. It got me out of harm's way and got my $70K car home, and the next day to a tire shop.

[@jwdbond]

This is helpful. With less than 7,000 miles on my brand new Tesla Model Y I took my car to have my tires rotated. To my alarm, the inside tread on the front tires were bald and would not pass the state inspection. It was clear that Tesla delivered the car without aligning the tires. I notified Tesla in Peabody believing that this was clearly a warranty issue. His reply: Good Afternoon John, This is Blake from Tesla Service in Peabody. Unfortunately, both alignments and tires are not covered under your vehicle warranty as they are a wear and tear item. There are many factors which contribute to a vehicle's alignment which could have led to the kind of wear in the photos. We can keep the appointment for the 3rd at this time so that we can order 4 new tires if you wish. We can send you the estimate for them and the alignment through the app or I can attach it to this email if you prefer. Best, Blake Williamson | Service Advisor 210 Andover St. Peabody, MA. 01960 [phone] ext. 76204 | [e-mail] Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

[@casperhansen826]

My ice car was born with an electric air compressor and some repair kit, I have used the compressor a few times in situations like that and it works quite well. In 20+ years of driving I have experienced only a few flat tires and all of them could be solved temporary with a compressor until I could get it repaired. Nice video!

[@dsmdriver2588]

In All of my vehicles I carry a tire plug kit

[@nc3826]

great minds think a like.... I have always had plug kit with me, even when I have a spare...it's far better than slime.. shame he doesn't adopt better ideas from his viewer.... oh well some ppl never learn..

[@deeclination]

Just dumb, get a plug kit ! Creapy drama

[@ArtCooler1]

I bought the Modern Spare kit for my LR RWD Model 3 prior to a 2200 mile road trip this past summer. Our route took us through long stretches of desert, where even if cell service was good, dispatch time for a tow truck would likely have been a prolonged affair. I still carry the spare in the trunk, and have not suffered any appreciable decline in range. My last car was a hybrid, which one evening suffered a catastrophic tire failure when a curb I could not see in the dark met up with the tire. Fortunately I was not far from home, and, as you, limped home at cautious speeds. The next day I went to the dealer and purchased a spare tire kit, and swore I would not be without such on any future car I own. I also purchased an air compressor, which fortunately I haven't had to use to keep a leaking tire inflated, but rather to maintain recommended tire pressures. That has likely contributed to my tire wear being pretty normal for 23,000 + miles so far. Keep up the great work on your videos! I am subscribed and make a point to watch each one when you release them.

[@RoboRope]

This is why I keep a tire plug kit and air compressor in my cars at all times.

[@ixmnu2]

What a coincidence! I had a flat in my Model 3 on a Sunday. Thank goodness because I watch your videos I have a battery operated tire pump and was able to get to the only tire store open in town. My backup plan was to call Tesla and have them install my third party spare (which I also learned from watching your videos). Fortunately, the tire held up and Just Tires patched it for around $30 in about an hours time. Thanks for all the practical advice. Much appreciated! My plan C if the tire was not repairable was to have the store mount the spare and order new tires. I'm interested in the Goodyear Eagle Exhilerates. They are designed to prevent curb rashing the rims. It's been a week and the patch is still holding. They were aware of the sound deadening foam lining the inside.

[@toddmorgan2198]

1/3 off all new cars had no spare in 2017, probably closer to half by now. I had to put the white stuff with my tire which plugged the hole, no spare. This is very common now, a plug kit would have worked as well!!

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

I have an electric pump and a bottle of goop if I want to use it. I also have a tire plug kit, if I want to pull the nail/screw out.

[@webcomment8895]

Mitchell Barnow Tire goop won’t patch the tire properly due to acoustic foam in the stock tires.

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

webcomment Would it be better than nothing?

[@webcomment8895]

Mitchell Barnow Not unless you’re planning to replace the tire quickly. Maybe it will slow the leak a bit so you can drive to a tire shop. If you want to save the tire and get a more permanent fix, you may be better off not using the spay that may ruin the inside of the tire and make it not repairable.

[@44kas88]

On a brighter note , I carry a plug kit, drill( to make the hole easier for plug to go through a hp compressor. When I travel more than locally, I have a full size spare, compound scizzor jack, lug wrench, flat piece of wood. The other time Tesla left me out to dry, I forgot my spare...! Not a fan of the e-spare. Load rating may not be up to specs...!!!

[@Player_Mick]

i just got full blown puncture on the 21" P Zero on the bay bridge,, on a Saturday,, at 6pm... that was fun.

[@michaelcasino8517]

This paid to me. Paid 100 dollars for the tire patching but the tesla roadside assistance via app was super convenient and awesome experience

[@markkazimer6207]

I keep a tire plug kit and small air compressor in my Model 3 at all times; they don’t take up much room. But, for longer road trips, I bought this same spare tire and jack kit from Amazon the week I got my 3. The tire and jack kit are really well made; highly recommended. Yeah, it takes up some room in the trunk, but in the middle of nowhere a single piece of road debris can really cost you a lot of time and money. The tire isn’t really secure in the trunk, so it could move around in an accident, but usually on a road trip your luggage and other stuff packed in the trunk keeps it from moving around much.

[@lostmyhare]

Glad you said you were in line for new tires because that tire is bald!

[@yffips]

I read a statistic somewhere that suggests 85% of all cars go to the wreckers without ever having used the spare tire. With that in mind I think it's incredibly dumb to have a spare tire weighing down your car and using up space for the entire duration of it's life. I wonder if the added weight also puts a small dent in fuel economy over the span of years. Calling roadside assistance to do the job for you sounds quite appealing.

[@FutureSystem738]

yffips In 47 years of motoring I’ve needed a roadside spare just once- from a large piece of steel on the road. I’ve had a few other slow leaks, but none needing an immediate change.

[@pbertf24]

Great show ! I decided when I bought my model 3 to buy a spare and a good jack ! So I don’t have to go through what you went through !

[@stano49]

I bought a pump/slime repair kit partly because of a Frugal guy previous video. Is a plug kit a better way to go? Will the slime cost me a new tire sensor? We need more information.

[@papon241]

Great video. But I’ve been meaning to ask you. What is that piece of tape on the wall over your left shoulder?

[@benhockley]

- Why not use a plug repair kit, was the hole too large? - Why not try out tires sealant kit? Even if it's supposed to be incompatible with the inner foam, it may add some sealing and you were getting new tired the next day anyway.

[@FrugalTeslaGuy]

Now that I think about it, I should have tried the slime! Oh well, good idea though.

[@Resist4]

Ben Hockley the tire sealant is a bad idea and only a last resort because it damages the tire pressure sensor.

[@benhockley]

@@Resist4 slime specifically claim on their website that it will not damage TPMS systems, and Tesla also sell a sealant kit, so my presumption is that they would have considered it. That being said, I only suggested it because the tires were being replaced the next day, as there is supposed to be issues with the with the foam.

[@benhockley]

@@FrugalTeslaGuy while I hope you don't get another opportunity to test, I would have been interested to find out how it interacted with the foam in the tires as well.

[@Resist4]

@@benhockley good to know, but after looking over the Slime web page, it appears that only 2 of their formulas are TPMS safe, so make sure you get the correct one. I still think a plug kit is a better option but if I had a flat in the rain then I'd use the Slime.

[@georgebarlow3724]

The issue with carrying a spare tire is a weight problem which will impact the range. Much easier to carry a plug kit. It ruins the tire, but you were binning them anyway

[@hammertimee777]

I don’t know man. Personally, I would just plug it up myself. Takes 15min. Usually I would do this if the tires are old and I would drive it with a plug until I replace the tires. Or I remove the wheel from the car and drive the flat tire to a performance shop to have them plug it up quickly. Costs $20 for them to remove the tires, plug it, and remount the tires. Doesn’t need a rebalance if they install the tire the way it was mounted previously. No need to go to a Tesla center or a dedicated garage.

[@ericleszkowicz898]

Every mechanic out there 😳😳😳 Ever Rim salesperson out there 💰 💴 💵

[@jamessizemore1446]

Call AAA it cost 60+ a year. I don't know if they work Sundays.

[@pmh1nic]

Having watched many videos regarding Teslas I had never heard the the cars didn't come with a spare tire. I found this out only after a relative on the second day of owning his Tesla got a flat on the Cross Bronx Expressway. No problem, just call roadside assistance... NOT. No spare tire to be found ANYWHERE so he was force to drive very slowly on the flat to a safe place where he could leave the car, take an Uber home and be told in would take 48 hours to get a replacement tire. Totally ridiculous! If you're not going to include a spare tire there should never be a situation where a replacement can't be found within a few hours ESPECIALLY in NYC.

[@markeh1971]

Had a Nissan Leaf and took the option for a spare and carried a sealing kit and compressor. Friends 4x4 had the space and just a kit, brought them a second hand full size alloy assy from eBay! You always get a flat on a Sunday, when the stores are closed and it’s the worst time for it so be prepared.

[@Jim-xz1ew]

I travel long distances and must have a spare , Kinda crazy to me not to come with a spare. Plug kit is a must. And a can of fixaflat. However Fixaflat can cause your tire to be out of balance. Must be driven for a few miles so it can setup. . Best bet is to replace the tire with a spare. All of my Kids have been shown how to replace a tire and other general maintenance .Both Girls and Boys alike.

[@ikg2004]

Couldn't help but notice you have a slime pump. Why didn't you just pump the tire up full of slime to cover up the hole?

[@elyliu]

I literally just had this question cross my mind. Thanks for answering it.

[@ebolds4918]

Very resourceful solution 👍🏽

[@jntx9575]

Fortunately my Kia Niro EV has the spare tire storage location and it uses the same spare as several other Kias. I was able to get an unused spare for $20 on Craigslist. I don't normally carry the tire for daily driving around town but I feel a lot better having a spare with me when I get out on the highway.

[@famnaff5136]

I have had good experience with the tires that came with TM3 and America's Tire as my tire replacement and service. They are everywhere, but not open on Sunday. Discount Tire is there brand in most parts of USA.

[@jwesnewton]

Mike, I have really enjoyed your Model 3 videos. My car came in two weeks ago after exactly a seven week wait. And I did buy the spare tire. I'm too old to not want one. b/t/way ... sometimes, during one of your product descriptions, you'll say ..."I got it for free !" No. 1: No one cares. No. 2: Could cast doubt about the validity of your review. Thanks, John N. (Sacramento).

[@44kas88]

Roadside left me out to dry for 4 hours and 45 minutes on the busiest expressway in NY. The LIE 495. ALWAYS ask for a flatbed home if its within 50 miles...

[@jeffkconnell]

Very nice presentation as always!

[@albertgutierrez7036]

Always carry something to patch the tire so you can get home or so that it could last until your service. I always carry plugs and slime with me. Do I need would I need will in my experience yes yes I would.

[@josephsawyer4199]

Just ran across your video, good to have ev owners in the north state. My wife has a Bolt, I have a Volt, we've got the triple motor cybertruck on order and my wife had plans for a model X after the update. We're in Redding and we are both big believers in the technology, good to have like minded people around.

[@FrugalTeslaGuy]

Awesome Joseph! My wife also drive a volt. She loves it! Although she would love a Tesla ;-).

[@Dnice3477]

I hope my Cybertruck comes with a spare. All trucks sold now do so I’m assuming the Cybertruck will too.

[@SxWerks]

It would be so great if the front trunk was sized for a donut spare. Otherwise a compressor and a tire repair kit is the only option.

[@DM-vp8hk]

Nice video..How many miles did you get on those tires??

[@kenmcclow8963]

I usually carry a can of Fix a Flat, but I also have a plug kit that I got for my motorcycle that I could carry. I have Ride On in my motorcycle tires which is similar to Slime that I have in my bicycle tires which plugs small punctures automatically. I did pick up a nail once in McCloud which I noticed once I was I-5 and it was a sunday afternoon and the Les Schwab was closed in Weed, so I went up to Yreka and stayed overnight until Les Schwab opened monday morning. I had been going to try going all the way to Seattle on my little compact inflatable spare, but the pass was closed going into Oregon. Changing a tire on the side of the freeway in a snowstorm while wearing shorts is fun. A California roadside assistance truck pulled up behind me while I was inflating the spare donut, but they stayed in the warm cab since I was getting it done. That Mercedes was the last car I had which had a spare at all and with the folding sidewall it was not supposed to be driven more than 50 miles. All my trucks have had full size spares and I hope Cybertruck does as well since you can get away from places the roadside assist will go to.

[@michaelvarney.]

+1 for Les Schwab... they are awesome.

[@derekbonogofsky1909]

You give awesome information and your true opinion. I have a challenge for you. Have you ever tested autopilot on a Round About? Will it slow down to do it or will it want to go straight? We have a few where I live in Montana. It got me thinking. Good luck and thanks! 👍

[@milehighkit4725]

I love the opportunity to get front row next to some noisy vehicle like that with my M3P! Of course only zero to the posted speed limit. I am actually looking to purchase a spare wheel and tire for a long road trip. I wish they would make an inflatable one that could go in the lower well.

[@apsolltd]

The lack of a spare is a real problem with all new cars these days, On my model S I carry a full size spare wheel and hydraulic jack for all road trips. DB

[@pirluitpomer5812]

Hello FTG, Thank you taking us through the excitement of having a flat tire in this video. Today, I have an almost related question: I've read that the COLD tire pressure for a Tesla Model Y is 42 PSI. Yesterday, the temperature went up to over 100 deg F, as we drove down to Morgan Hill (about 55 miles from where I live); when we reached there, I noticed that the pressure for all 4 tires were at 47 PSI after about 1-hr drive. Is 47 PSI too high, should I lower the cold tire pressure to 38 PSI during the Summer hot days? Thanks!

[@abbatis34]

And if the tire blows out what do you think will happen!!!!! I already have the Tesla kit in the trunk.

[@nancyharrison2129]

I have had many flat tires in my Tesla///from 50 plus miles away and in my own drive way from brand new ties. you can't drive in a big city with pot holes and construction

[@terryrodbourn2793]

Man I just went threw the same flat tire last Sunday! Luckily Walmart Car Repair Shop was able to put new tires on it!

[@Teslastorymma]

is there a reason why Tesla chose not to provide you a spare? Incident #1 The 2 times i called tesla service, the third party tow truck came with a spare just so i get home/shop.. the first time i used tesla service, they gave me the spare and took my damaged tire to the nearest service center...i told them i used discount tire because i had warranty with them. But they said that the requirement to lend a spare tire, was that tesla had to take the damaged one back to the service center in order to make sure that the spare is returned. I told them i would return it. So Tesla took my tire, and i drove off to my home and waited for discount tire to open... once at 8am, i was at tesla service center waiting to open so that i can get my damaged tire and take it to discount tire.. once i arrived at discount tire, they reviewed it and determined it had to be replaced.. (i had the 20" sport S tires by Michelin).. so it took 3 days to get the tire shipped to discount tire.. once it arrived, they replaced it and i returned to tesla and returned the spare.. Tesla explained to me that they had to be more strict on the spares because people were keeping the spare tires and not returning them.. Incident #2: i did the same thing, called tesla service, they arrived within 45 mins.. they gave me the spare, but this time, they let me keep my damaged tire and i took it to discount the next morning. once i got that tire replaced, i returned to tesla and gave them the spare... much easier process.

[@markfitzpatrick6692]

My tow truck guy didn’t know my Prius and leaf didn’t have spare ties and they are 2012

[@mrktm65sx]

Another good video! But whatever you do, don't buy the Tesla-branded tire inflation kit on their website. I bought it when I got my Model 3, thinking I would never actually need it. Well, I needed it last night and the unit would not even power on! Total junk. Good thing I was within sight of a Discount Tire store.

[@salesrpg]

I would have bought a matching rim used online to mount one of the new tires to, and saved the best older tire&rim so there would be a spare at the house. Could be a better option to get a ride home for the tire&jack, and change your self than a future tow bill.

[@mymelt1770]

did the same.

[@sergedesnoyers2222]

Hi a GUY. If you remember me, I ask you a few months ago what you think about flat anxiety about having a flat especially that I am planning a long trip from Montreal to New Orleans in next June and you answer me that Tesla mobile service will help me on that. But after viewing your video I have finally decided to by from Modern Spare a tire to have less stress on my future trip. The only problem I will have to put the spare tire behind my seat because it will not fit in the truck or frunk. To big in diameter

[@AlphaNovemberHotel651]

The Model 3 doesn’t come with the compressor. But you can buy a Tesla compressor kit as an OEM accessory. What compressor were you using and did it have the sealant gunk with it as well?

[@Hogger280]

What is all of the ringing of hands about the weight of a spare, it's not that much and would affect range imperceptibly. You can leave it at home if you are not going far and take it with you on trips for great peace of mind.

[@FrugalTeslaGuy]

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[@dweiss1]

If you had a complete blow-out the solution would have been different. And, I think your feelings about having a spare would have as well. I have a Volt as well and don't carry a spare. Luckily, I haven't had a blow-out.

[@Resist4]

As others have said, get a plug kit! But at least you carry a small portable pump.

[@richardsweat9315]

That's why I carry a plug kit, a portable air compressor, and a back up can of tire inflator. PS: Also have triple A membership and emergency road service on my insurance policy.

[@victormiranda9136]

Smh. The camero has a new exhaust system. Not a muffler

[@FrugalTeslaGuy]

Lol! I don’t know anything about gas cars!😂

[@victormiranda9136]

Frugal Tesla Guy lol all is well! Love your videos. I want to buy a Tesla and these videos help me see the things I wouldn’t know until it’s too late

[@DudeAutonomy]

Most people use a plug kit. More adventurous people use the the spare they bought (knowing they would eventually get a flat)... Bought a $100 Cruze spare tire kit for my Volt...

[@hiteshpatel3910]

Tesla guy can you put which continental tires did you installed on your car. Do you like it so far. Does it have foam inside tire? I agree Tesla should have design trunk space to fit spare tire. This would have been big help carrying spare by the owners.

[@Arkata]

First video I've seen from your channel and I enjoyed it. New Subb!! 6😁👍🏾

[@FrugalTeslaGuy]

Nice! Thanks!

[@yalizhu6583]

What is your mileage of your car that needs a new set of tires ?

[@chrisbatchelor3717]

you will get a flat its just a matter of time. If you have a spare your back on the road in 15min. if you dont you wait 2 hours for the tow truck that doesnt have a spare and has to tow you to a shop. All day event

[@JohnnyC10071959]

Not for nothing but plug kits are cheap and WORK. I ride a motorcycle and have plugged tires many times

[@zac1157]

Excellent.

[@haroldbates3245]

It would be nice if it came with run flats. That would avoid all the issues.

[@Rhaman68]

Frugal dude, where you stretching tire life to a dangerous level? After all “frugal” is how u ID yourself. With or w/o a spare, tire wear should be monitored with a simple gauge. I double the minimum thread value and replace tires at that point. Works well for me as I have never had a flat in over 50 years of driving. The Tesla issue of special sizes and jacking points (battery damage concerns) deserve higher levels of attention as to wear or damage on tires. As many Tesla UTube videos have shown owners at 90 mph, then complain of early tire wear, tire safety is not a well known subject. Glad ur OK and we’re close to home. Thanks

[@sjpdavis]

Looks like you finally had to use the Slime kit from your earlier video but it seems it did not work as expected. What are your thoughts now on using that kit?

[@FrugalTeslaGuy]

I was actually just using the air compressor without the slime. The compressor works great!

[@christopherperry4074]

Frugal Tesla Guy Why didn’t you use the sealant from the Slime kit? I bought one of those kits based on your recommendation from an earlier video. Anything we should know about the sealant from the Slime kit?

[@stevenlong3330]

@@christopherperry4074 I have worked at a tire repair shop and that Slime or any goop for sealing tires if not removed early from tire can rust steel rims or corrode, pit and deteriorate aluminum rims on the inside. If you use Slime, get the tire fixed correctly and make sure all Slime is washed off the inside of rim.

[@christopherperry4074]

Steven Long Thank you Steven. I suspect that may be why Frugal Tesla Guy didn’t use his Slime repair kit!

[@jamesmarcet420]

Someone slashed my tire, I was able to drive 50 miles with Zero psi with no issues. Way to go runflats! I replaced it 3 days later

[@fredsmodel3n192]

When are you going to get new tires? That one with the flat looks like it’s on its retirement days. Be safe and take care.

[@billligon4005]

Have never had a flat with no spare tire in previous cars lucky I guess, Looking at your tires, I would have changed out those tires BEFORE I took that trip.

[@spacegreycoralred]

The words Frugal and Tesla? That is a ridiculous contradiction.

[@TRUPRROMEO]

When using the roadside assistance with TESLA is it free?? I have a model 3 in NY and now this video has me thinking that I should be prepared for this type of situation

[@FrugalTeslaGuy]

Yes, it's covered in the 50,000 mile warranty. It's also covered if you have Tesla insurance which isn't available in New York yet but should be in the coming year.

[@chowner]

"Unique situation" wut?

[@stephenbudge7337]

Tesla Roadside assistance is the place to call in that situation!

[@markwellington1254]

It looks as though those tires should be replaced ahead of this flat.

[@DrDan-ue9de]

Why weren’t you able to use the tire sealer this time? Would it require you to remove the bolt in the tire?

[@kimchee94112]

Run flat or self sealing tires.

[@kennyfordham6208]

Why would Tesla sell a car without a spare tire? 😕 I guess that it doesn't even have a Jack or lug bolt wrench either. 😞

[@MitchellGreen]

I carry tesla' s compressor with its tire sealant sure it was $80 but worth it

[@Teslastorymma]

personal question: do you suffer from bronchitis or asthma? I ask because every time you give a small pause, it can be heard in the audio a faint inhale of your lungs and it has the same red flag/signs of respiratory clogging..the same signs seen in asthma or bronchitis....

[@FrugalTeslaGuy]

No. My doctor said my lungs sound great. I'm trying to make sure that doesn't happen in future videos through breathing exercises and drinking tea. The microphone picks up everything.

[@Teslastorymma]

@@FrugalTeslaGuy im glad its nothing concerning