How to install lowering springs for the Tesla Model 3 Unplugged Performance DIY

[@rquays9414]

Shout-out to Ian, explained every step well, well spoken guy

[@SkeenDogger]

So my last Tesla Model 3 Performance got totaled. Unfortunately, some lady just hit me at intersection which she got ticketed for. In my last Tesla I used this video which was the best video on KZbin. I'm doing it all over again and this is still the best video. Thank you!

[@SkeenDogger]

Looked through a few videos and I'm at this very moment using your video while pausing step by step. Thanks! Using H&R srpings on mine. One thing that would be helpful is telling what size socket you need to grind down for the front strut. Its 13mm but you wouldn't know otherwise being you cant test fit the socket on the nut. Thanks again. You had the best video.

[@angelom7812]

i have a lowered ICE now, and definitely going to lower my Model Y, just preparing the speech to the wife lol

[@learnedits5341]

Lol I feel you with that whole wifey life. I feel sad sometimes and I have to get permission like a child almost 😭. I could go ahead and do whatever I want but the question is do I really want those problems 😂

[@Busaryder1165]

I do the same. But I just showed proof that by lowering you will get better range. We took a 2300 mile trip the week after I got my 3 and taking another 1000 mile trip soon. So that $400 spring coat will be replaced with saving on long trips.

[@bryanhigh5628]

@@Busaryder1165 does it void any warranties?

[@Busaryder1165]

@@bryanhigh5628 any car modifications only void warranty on the part it affects if it was the problem. So if your ecu goes out then they can’t void based on lowering springs. But if your shock goes bad early Tesla could say because you lowered it.

[@theskillsquad]

I’m all too familiar with the speech! lol That standard answer, “no, don’t do it”.

[@PhilT993]

Nice work with your tools there, Ian. Good job!

[@michaelrbodner]

Thanks for sharing this. I loved seeing the work you and Ian put into it!!

[@ej5376]

Thank you for telling us the temp in Celsius as us English always wonder what the temp is when Americans say “it’s gunna be 75 degrees today”. It’s the little things! 🙂

[@thedcgod]

I didn't see where the spring rate was listed anywhere. Mild, Moderate, or Low?

[@CreateYourWorth]

exactly

[@RRBish]

Those are some nice looking springs. I used to have a lowered Eclipse, and still have my '92 Laser AWD Turbo - which I never lowered. Now, the eclipse got really tiring climbing into. Even the Laser is still on the floor without being lowered. I got the Y performance. That's as low as its going to go. My knees aren't getting any younger!!!

[@copeyhagen4249]

just done h&r sprimgs on a sr+ rwd, didnt need to take the rear shock out, just done the springs, although we used a lift.

[@DirtyTesla]

You're insane for lowering in a winter climate 😂 I want to lift mine!

[@DirtyTesla]

@@teslaownersonline5805 yeeees CT+Y is our ultimate goal!

[@yesla4tesla]

Lol bro you live on a dirt road. No way you should think about lowering.

[@ej5376]

Are you able to adjust the camber so that the tyre wear is even? I do loads of miles, so wanted to make sure before I purchase

[@antoinerioux-demers5384]

Was that at kingston supercharger? Boston pizza behind lol I use to work in ontario and slept at the hotel a couple of weeks, legit watching teslas each time i was there and decided to purchase one because i couldnt resist anymore hahaha

[@alexcoulombe1380]

Did you guys got to confirm the torq spec for the lower control arm bolt ? You were talking about 85ft/tq but mentionnend you were gonna check....

[@ericn2140]

Thank you for sharing this. Looking forward to lowering my Model Y

[@stangbanger903]

Am I the only one that thinks maybe there needs to be a spacer for some offset there? Otherwise I like the height. How much did it impact ride quality?

[@theskillsquad]

Great video! Definitely looks better after lowering it.

[@kahoy9]

Nice! Think adding spacers would finish the overall look IMO.

[@happysalesguy]

In my opinion, the only way it makes sense to lower your Model 3 is with an air ride suspension like the Model S and Model X. So you can raise the car when you need to. Sandy Munro says Tesla made provision for future installation of them, eventually the aftermarket will offer them.

[@FrederickBrand-e1i]

For anyone wondering what spring rate these springs were, at 1:54, box says “AWD LOW”.👍

[@Slowjo1221]

What did you torque the bolt at the top of the front strut to?

[@stlufred]

So you will have to burrow Ian's Model 3 to visit us further away than Vaudreuil in Québec? ;)

[@nine11kid]

Awesome video, guys.

[@zackfeldstein4140]

Looks awesome trev! Jealous. I’m getting mine soon.

[@mosthated8186]

How is the clearance. Going into driveways or over speed bumps. Any issues?

[@legrandhanf]

Would have been more helpful to see more shots of the whole car

[@jettakubra]

Is there a way of being able to lift both fronts at the same time using your lifting method?

[@SpencerPOsborn]

Great content as always!

[@AKTesla]

Does the front scrape at all over bumps and driveways?

[@marc_benton]

Looking good bro! 👊

[@chrissmith7688]

They actually send stuff? I was waiting months before I finally cancelled I went with eibach sport 1.7 all around sits low and only had to wait 3 days just saying. But you did a great job on the install definitely good info here. And your car looks better than your friend who did all the work 😂 I hope he does his next.

[@SEANRMZ]

Thanks for the info and video. Is there any way to know which model of springs you installed? I have a new Y, and I saw some folks didnt like the drop it gave. I love your stance, I think it perfect. Also Ian is located where? I hear him adding some french in the vid. I am from Montreal.

[@Hooch802]

"Always hold the wheel on the last one"....me thinking about my car...."isent that what the rust is for?"

[@pierrechampoux7566]

Very nice work Ian and Trevor and especially good instructions from Ian. Are you thinking of having an wheels alignment and if so, can you provide the lowering effects?

[@ianpavelko2458]

Hi Pierre, thanks! Thanks for noting, we really should have mentioned in the conclusion that an alignment is required afterwards to ensure nothing has been significantly disturbed, although I told Trev he's be OK to get it done upon his return home.

[@Rileystores]

Does it void the warranty if put on springs

[@BradThomas]

where the lowering springs moderates or lows?

[@aamador521]

Do you know the torque you used for the nut that screws onto the strut and spring plate? Also curious on the torque of the 3 13mm nuts on the strut tower. I started this last weekend and let my dad bolt the strut plate onto the strut while I grabbed us some water. He broke the strut because he didn't hand tighten it. Had to find the strut on ebay. Luckily, the strut had less miles than my car so it'll technically be less used. Any help would be greatly appreciated so that we don't mess up again.

[@aamador521]

Will be doing it this weekend so a quick response would be helpful.

[@Slowjo1221]

Did you ever figure it out?

[@aamador521]

@@Slowjo1221 No I didn't, but I ended up hand tightening until it felt tight. Dropped the car, drove around the block, heard clunks, tightened some more and it went away. Drove it for like another 30k miles like that with no issues. Sorry I couldn't help more.

[@naarealy]

Any update? I have the same springs and I'm experiencing horrible pinging when turning the wheel and just recently an abnormal rubbing rubber sound on bumps

[@LukeTPZ]

Were these the ‘low’ or ‘moderate’ option springs, please?

[@dneptune3]

That’s what I’d like to know too

[@tesla_3_performance]

Looks pretty tucked so I'd say low. I imagine if he adds spacers the wheels will bottom out on bumps.

[@Neldropsbuckets]

My elbow hurts too can you do mine?

[@rainingentertainment3104]

What part of Canada are you guys from

[@michaelborsellino]

are these the "low" spring set

[@Iegend17]

How is the ride quality?

[@patrickcochrane610]

I’m confused as to why you bothered removing the rear shock……there is no need

[@Albanianator]

Have you noticed any range improvement?

[@playingfor4]

How much lover is that ? 40mm ?

Lovely!👍

[@DregGayton777]

What front lip is that?

[@Ryansgt]

what size socket on the hat. I don't want to grind down too many sockets to find out.

[@pjo046]

13mm

[@mortchad]

I love it

[@mariokajin]

With speed bumps of 12cm (4.7 in) in height, I don’t think that is feasible for where I do live.

[@TheMlk7879]

How many mm was it lowered?

[@electriccars-EV]

Cool👍

[@Resist4]

So are you doing to track your car more often, is that why you are doing this? Because I've never understood the lowering craze for street cars that are never tracked. My stock Model 3 is low enough and bottoms on some roads in my area, especially driveways, so I wouldn't do this. Plus I'd be concerned about the tires bottoming out and rubbing inside the fender wells.

[@TheDirtyDirtMcGirt]

This now shows your glaring need for spacers.

[@Sache0190]

I wouldn't call this DIY though.... you didn't even do it yourself lmao

[@joemiller6278]

😂

[@joshualewis3337]

That ain't MacPherson strut...

[@ArtmMaker]

Those wheels need to come out more otherwise it looks unfinished

[@HockeyDay]

Stay away from Michigan roads

[@FrederickBrand-e1i]

For anyone wondering what spring rate these springs were, at 1:54, box says “AWD LOW”.👍

[@jacebrooklyn]

What front lip is this?