I honestly like the factory wheels more than the swirly black ones you have - those remind me of the funny chrome rims you used to see people put on their Dodge Stratus
Former Tesla mobile technician here. Avoid doing this while you have warranty. This mod will void your warranty on the entire suspension system but also on the motors if something happens with them. I have seen them deny warranty on a faulty drive unit because ”the suspension mod have caused excessive strain on the drive unit”. That guy cried when I called him.
@@sa.t.2507I appreciate the response, I would love to assume this is only in extreme cases where people slam these cars, but knowing they wouldn’t warranty a $5,000+ drive train over coils or springs is rather scary. Thank you again.
I love your videos. You're a goofball at heart, as am I, but you do have some good technical videos on your channel that I really enjoy. I'm not going to do this upgrade myself, but you make it fun to watch the process and take us along for the ride.
Just added the UP lowering springs bc the luxury pro coilover set was out of my budget, so I’m happy to see that the luxury shocks work with those. Pulled the trigger after watching your vid. Thanks!
I just received my UP luxury suspensions with lowering Springs (mild) today, my installation app is on this Thursday, I really can not wait till I feel how the drive will be after, THANK YOU Ben for being honest on all ur videos! - Red Mamba
So I had an early 2023 Model Y LR 7seater HW3 which had issues and was purchased back from me by Tesla. Now I have a few weeks old Model Y Performance HW4 I was so surprised at the similar feeling of the 21inch uberturbine wheels on this Performance model vs the 19 inch Gemini wheels I had on the LR model. There's barely any difference in stiffness except for maybe more road noise due to wider 255 front n 275 rear tires. I already ordered 18inch Martian MW05 wheels and looking forward to install those Sailun tires going with 235/55r18 for maximum range and comfort plus the added bonus of cheaper tires to replace in the future.
Speaking on the bumpstops. Would it be possible just to trim the the bumpstops on the factory suspension and make it softer? Since it feels like it rides on the bumpstops over most bumps
I got UP springs a few years ago for my Model 3, installed at their recommended installer and it was non-stop issues, with creaking, clicking, knocking. Never again.
Love your videos! Any suggestions on a good summer/all season comfort tires for a modle y please? I have 18 inch Martian wheels coming from the uberturbine 20 inch. Thanks! ❤
How much does this suspension increase body roll? The rep from UP is recommending I include the sway bars if I'm going to get this for my 2023 MYLR, but that adds over $600.
I like my Pirelli P Zero tires and my 21" Uberturbine wheels. And I like and prefer the height of my MYP as is just fine. Do not want it even 0.1" lower. It looks as if this option will lower your MY, period. What suspension can I get that will not lower my MYP. You mentioned performance tires will stiffen the ride, anyway. So how much difference is (softer) ride should one expect to see with UP coilover (which), not lowering vehicle and still with my P Zero tires?
I was wondering why Tesla ships the Model Y was negative camber. After some Googling the negative camber is suppose to help improve stability and handling during cornering and at high speeds.
Bought a myp with 21 uberturnies. Ride is rough, wondering what I should do first buy new set of tires and wheels? Or buy shocks and coils, I love the uberturnines but not if the ride is very rough, can we adjust current shocks to softer ride?
So I just got this installed couple days ago, and now I hear creaking noises when going over speed humps or driveway humps at low speeds. Ride quality improvement was noticeable but small. Overall a tad disappointed in nearly 2.5k spent on this.
@@Gjeebs sorry abou that my notifications weren't on for some reason. Yes, I did do springs and shocks. Creaking is sitll there a month later, UP thought it was bolts not torqued right, shop confirmed they were. Now they want me to spray white lithium grease on the piston shafts on the shocks. I have a suspicion the shop didn't install them correctly, and perhaps the springs aren't seated correctly. Who knows. Very frustrating indeed.
@@antoinevinsonpmp3842 no changes. UP wasn't very helpful, and neither was the shop that installed it. I'm expected to spend even more money to fix something that shouldn't have happened from the beginning. The rear suspensions still creak and it's very annoying. Nothing I can do about it without dumping even more money into it. Any company worth anything should've covered the expenses in something like this. I'm also not alone it seems with the noise issue. Do not recommend.
No. The manufacturer would have to prove the particular modification DIRECTLY caused the particular failure. Learn your warranty rights. Unplugged specifically is apparently actually famous for fighting for people with Tesla on warranty stuff.
Go with the 18 inch Martian Wheels along with 235/55r18 tires that'll boost your range and comfort plus the tires will be much cheaper to replace than the stock ones. Im waiting on my shipment to arrive for the wheels.
Weirdly, Unplugged USED to offer a factory ride height option, but now these kits require lowering if you want the UPP springs, or you can shell out an additional $1,500 for the coilover setup. I have no interest in lowering the vehicle either, so I'm planning to do just the UPP shocks with the factory springs and see how that goes.
Not automatically, no. The manufacturer would have to prove the particular modification DIRECTLY caused the particular failure. Learn your warranty rights. Unplugged specifically is apparently actually famous for fighting for people with Tesla on warranty stuff.
How does it compare the 2023 comfort suspension ? You should have touched base on that. I know you did a video reviewing it. Scale rating old Y, new Y and unplugged
@@Gjeebsplease do it , I just get my Tesla model Y 2024 And it feels smooth and soft. I don’t know if I need to replace those for this luxury coilover.
@@Gjeebs I have Lexus TX500h sport and is really smooth, Compared to my Lexus, the Tesla is a little rigid, nothing that is too serious, but if there is a way to make it a little softer and higher, that would be great. I don’t know if the 2024 model comes with a better suspension or not, I’ve never had a Tesla.
@@Gjeebs thanks would a 6/7 front/rear make it not comfortable? Why stayed at 12? I want to make my ride comfortable, not for a sporty ride, please advise
This kit has the option of standard right height, 1 inch lower or 1.5 inch lower. So yes, I would imagine going with the standard right height would be even more comfortable. I’m trying to choose now between the standard and 1 inch drop. I would love to look of having a one inch drop, but my real desire is for more comfort, so I will probably stay at the standard height. I hope this helps.
Theoretically yes, the new shocks with factory springs should still be an improvement. I'm planning to run that exact experiment soon because the new "comfort" suspension on my 2024 Model Y is still far too harsh in my opinion. These are dual rate springs - softer under normal driving and stiffer in the corners and at speed - so even though they lower the vehicle, they're probably still more comfortable than the factory linear springs.
@@ericviele4379 Weirdly Unplugged USED to have a factory ride height option 4 years ago. Not sure why that went away. My guess is they want you to shell out the additional $1,500 for the coilover setup which does allow you to keep factory ride height. This kit requires lowering the vehicle. You could always just get the shocks and use them with the factory springs, which is the route I'm planning to go.
Just replaced the Luxury Pro suspension on my 2022 long range Y with the newer less expensive luxury suspension and went back to the original springs that came with the car as suggested by Unplugged to keep the height the same. Much improved ride. The more expensive pro suspension is a waste of money IMO if you are looking for a smoother ride. I think it’s hard to recommend these upgrades as each Model Y I’ve driven is different. I think Tesla makes changes to the car so often and doesn’t document them so I don’t know if you will feel the same improvement that I have. I will say the tech at Unplugged was the first person I’ve ever gotten a straight answer about why these cars ride like crap from the factory.
It is all about the springs according to my Tesla service guy. The springs are too hard. These springs look like they will do the trick. Can i just buy the springs? I replaced OEM with the Tiens front and rear as you recommended and it made a substantial difference but it is still way stiffer than i would like.
I’m looking at the same thing. I’d rather spend less and just get the upp lowering springs. I’m not sure if there’s much tangible benefit to the additional aftermarket shocks unless those allow you to take out the negative camber. But I think you need another part for that. Did you get any information on this?
Hi, I have switched from Tein EnduraPro+ with OEM sprins to this UPP shocks and mild springs - apart from the bining noise in front where the two spiral are rubbing against each other, the suspension became harsher over speed bumps and potholes. It smooth a little better all very small imperfections of the road but that's it. I am thinking what to do next because I hate that I was hoping for more confort not extra sport!
@@OptimizedTeslaUpp dampers are identical to Tein endura pro+ excluding only the painting being black instead of green. You might achieve the same comfort with Tein and way cheaper if you plan to use stock springs. Zevcentric also mentioned about this. Their after sales is outrageous slow! I waiting for a refund for three months on their dampers because one the rear dampers came broken. I went back to stock suspension because I could not bear anymore the binding noise from their front springs.
@@ovidiunecula3233 Yikes. Thanks for sharing. I saw the Teins too but also saw a number of horror stories of failures with those or the shocks arriving leaking oil. I'm hoping they don't just come from the same factory but it sounds like that may be the case.
Are there any national chains that can reliably work on Tesla’s doing this? I don’t understand why some of these upgrades aren’t available as trims from the factory or installed at tesla Service Center. This with retractable roof liner, USS, rain sensor, stalks, and a few buttons should be a luxury upgrade for 10K.
Nothing really special about this specific modification/install other than knowing the special jack points on the vehicle. Suspension is pretty much the same as any other crossover SUV.
Tire wear is less to do with camber and more with your toe settings. Toe-in is nice for straight line stability but will wear your tires more. Set it as close to zero to save tires but it will be wondering more.
I love it. Can't say that enough. It's also still softer than the new 2023 model Y's which I thought would be about the same with the comfort suspension
Thanks for your review. Helpful bro... You went with the moderate lowering springs. 1" drop. Did you actually need the rear camber arms? Kinda iffy with only dropping it 1" What did they charge for labor to install this kit? Whats the average at their shop? I live in Oregon and thought about driving down. Did they do the alignment too?
Dampers looks like tein rebranded, everything is the same except paint: same body shape and damper knob, even the nut is the same as tein. I hope internals are not the same. I am just switching from tein with oem springs to this kit with mild springs and I noticed right away how similar those dampers are. At least the stifness adjustment is different from Tein.
@@fredrik-wendt with Upp mild springs and their dampers the ride was better on small bumps and road imperfections, better handling but rougher on high bumps like speed bumps. The worst issue was the springs were binding when turning the steering wheel resulting in a clonking sound which was very annoying. I moved back to stock suspension and a few weeks later I installed Koni+ (red dampers and votgland spring) available only from Reber Germany and their partners being a different setup than the koni red series. Much better ride than Tein and Upp combinations on every aspect.
@@ovidiunecula3233 Gotcha, thanks! I'm on Tein EnduraPro+ with stock springs. I'm satisfied with ride quality, but handling at high speeds is negatively impacted - not much, but to a point where I'd like a better solution.
No it won't mess with your warranty, I did the following to my mini cooper electric, Koni FSD shock, Eibach lowering springs, SPC lower camber arms, Megan racing upper camber arms, and Neuspeed rear sway bar, ride is perfect and handles much better than stock.
In combination with UPP mild springs definitely not worth it because are sport oriented. Maybe the shocks along with oem springs will be a better setup for comfort.
But Id wait to the car was out of warranty. I strongly suggest this modification would void the manufacturers warranty and good luck to you then. PS Im in the West Palm area and its almost impossible to find a shop that would install this. I used to go to Electric Garage but they went out of business here.
The manufacturer would have to prove the modification directly caused a failure. UP specifically is famous for fighting for you with Tesla on warranty stuff. Learn your rights.
@@OptimizedTesla The service they provide is not free and have no idea how much they charge so you have to ask yourself is what you do worth it. I practiced law for over 30 years and I can tell you. The contracts that you sign when you purchase your Tesla are air tight and drafted by their attorneys who are top notch in drafting written agreements. And they have an in house litigation staff to oppose you and top law firms on retainer. So good luck to you when you oppose them especially if you cant afford to litigate.
I have installed UPP Luxury Suspension kit with their mild springs on my Y Performance from 2023 and I noticed a clunk noise while turning the wheel full turn which can be heard from outside (front left side) but is louder inside the cabin. Anyone noticed the same and how did you fix it? ruclips.net/user/shortsV-4KGSi7ifY?feature=share
People pay all this money for a Tesla, only to have to spend a lot to modify it to make it a better car. Should have been better from the start for the price people pay.
I've thought about this way too much. Fanboys do mental gymnastics to justify it, but at the end of the day it's just not a $50k car, even in 2024 after everyone said they had worked out the quality control issues (they haven't).
You can’t be serious. How many Tesla owners have never repaired, replaced, or modified their suspension? >99% It’s just the guys who are looking to pi$$ away money on suspension, wrap, wheels & tires to make their ride unique because they can.
@@TheRacingShawn That’s just not true. There is absolutely nothing wrong with the suspension of any Tesla model, and I have ridden/driven every model. The problems appear as too stiff of a suspension when you go with the larger wheels and lower profile tires. These folks going that route are just trying to make a higher/highest performance better/best handling Tesla by throwing lots of money into it. Otherwise, show me RUclips videos telling others what is wrong with the stock Tesla suspension and wheels.
@@tomdrewenskus8167to each his own and not because we are moving to EVs we should not continue to modify our cars! I am fifty and I enjoy modifying my car, I have a mini cooper electric for my daily and I done all this guy is doing to his Tesla,
@@tomdrewenskus8167 Man, you don’t need a video, you just need to have a Tesla for some time to tell. Among all the cars (16 outback 3.6r, 18 golf r, 18 Macan gts) I owned in the past years, 2023 model y is the only one my mom, wife and toddler son hating to sit in… Model Y is a decent driver’s car. But it’s an incomplete product for passengers. I don’t know why Tesla hasn’t improve their suspension tech after all these years. Maybe the lack of competition and the protection from US government make Tesla less customer centric.
Jeebs that poor car 😂just drive the car and be happy I think your trying to make that car something it will never be tesla frowns on modifying the car not to mention anything to do with suspension or handling of that car your warranty will be voided are you really pushing that car to its limits I doubt it
These cars should come with this more comfortable suspension from the factory. Regarding warranties, the manufacturer has to prove the particular modification DIRECTLY caused the particular failure. Learn your warranty rights. Apparently Unplugged specifically is actually famous for fighting for people with Tesla on warranty stuff.
Why bother putting in performance parts in a Tesla of all vehicles? Adding weight will reduce the amount of juice the car will produce due to the extra parts and you’ll have less range from your battery.
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Thanks for the support Ben! Glad you are satisfied with another suspension kit of ours.
You shipped a luxury coil over suspension kit to me well before him and this guy gets “credit” for having the first one…what a joke!? lol
Thank you and great work on this kit. It's going to change a lot of Tesla owners experiences driving on them
@@CarGuynAZhater alert, be grateful instead buddy 🤣
@@Heyyluisit was a joke moron someone doesnt understand humor 😢
@@Heyyluiscould not care less in reality
I honestly like the factory wheels more than the swirly black ones you have - those remind me of the funny chrome rims you used to see people put on their Dodge Stratus
Former Tesla mobile technician here. Avoid doing this while you have warranty. This mod will void your warranty on the entire suspension system but also on the motors if something happens with them. I have seen them deny warranty on a faulty drive unit because ”the suspension mod have caused excessive strain on the drive unit”. That guy cried when I called him.
Does this suspension really put wear on the drive train though?
@@lanceperone6691 most cases no, but depends on the angle of the drive shafts after the mod.
Awe man, would this apply to springs too? Seeing as it also ties into a “suspension mod”? Thank you!
@@xavi1574 anything that’s not OEM would apply to that, so yes.
@@sa.t.2507I appreciate the response, I would love to assume this is only in extreme cases where people slam these cars, but knowing they wouldn’t warranty a $5,000+ drive train over coils or springs is rather scary. Thank you again.
I love your videos. You're a goofball at heart, as am I, but you do have some good technical videos on your channel that I really enjoy. I'm not going to do this upgrade myself, but you make it fun to watch the process and take us along for the ride.
I appreciate the support!
Just added the UP lowering springs bc the luxury pro coilover set was out of my budget, so I’m happy to see that the luxury shocks work with those. Pulled the trigger after watching your vid. Thanks!
How do you like the UP springs? are they Mild, Moderate, or Low?
I just received my UP luxury suspensions with lowering Springs (mild) today, my installation app is on this Thursday, I really can not wait till I feel how the drive will be after, THANK YOU Ben for being honest on all ur videos! - Red Mamba
@@777RDMamba do you have a feedback?
So I had an early 2023 Model Y LR 7seater HW3 which had issues and was purchased back from me by Tesla. Now I have a few weeks old Model Y Performance HW4 I was so surprised at the similar feeling of the 21inch uberturbine wheels on this Performance model vs the 19 inch Gemini wheels I had on the LR model. There's barely any difference in stiffness except for maybe more road noise due to wider 255 front n 275 rear tires. I already ordered 18inch Martian MW05 wheels and looking forward to install those Sailun tires going with 235/55r18 for maximum range and comfort plus the added bonus of cheaper tires to replace in the future.
Yep! They are well priced!
Another great very informed video. Thanks Gjeebs!
You're welcome!
Nice! I gotta get one on Daddy CHILLLL
can't wait for the Sailun review... great video.
Interesting, have you tried out Koni suspension or the OEM new Tesla soft suspension?
Haven't done Koni but I have tested the new "soft" suspension
Speaking on the bumpstops. Would it be possible just to trim the the bumpstops on the factory suspension and make it softer? Since it feels like it rides on the bumpstops over most bumps
You could give that a try and if it doesn't work its a cheap part to re order but good idea
Nice work. Love Unplugged.
How would compare these comfort wise vs the Tien coilovers?
Too much sponsorship money involved to answer this? 😉
Btw, I'm assuming the comfort is very similar, but handling is better on UP.
I got UP springs a few years ago for my Model 3, installed at their recommended installer and it was non-stop issues, with creaking, clicking, knocking. Never again.
they look EXACTLY like Tein Endurapro Plus dampers. I’d put money on these dampers being rebadged Teins
Love your videos! Any suggestions on a good summer/all season comfort tires for a modle y please? I have 18 inch Martian wheels coming from the uberturbine 20 inch. Thanks! ❤
Sorry, I missed the drive out price/cost. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. When is baby #2 due?
How does this compare to the new OEM comfort suspension
clean work, very professional
yes, just do everything with the impact gun lol
How much does this suspension increase body roll? The rep from UP is recommending I include the sway bars if I'm going to get this for my 2023 MYLR, but that adds over $600.
I like my Pirelli P Zero tires and my 21" Uberturbine wheels. And I like and prefer the height of my MYP as is just fine. Do not want it even 0.1" lower. It looks as if this option will lower your MY, period. What suspension can I get that will not lower my MYP. You mentioned performance tires will stiffen the ride, anyway. So how much difference is (softer) ride should one expect to see with UP coilover (which), not lowering vehicle and still with my P Zero tires?
You can just get the shocks and that won't lower it. You can call them and consult with one of their sales reps to see what they think
I was wondering why Tesla ships the Model Y was negative camber. After some Googling the negative camber is suppose to help improve stability and handling during cornering and at high speeds.
Correct
Bought a myp with 21 uberturnies. Ride is rough, wondering what I should do first buy new set of tires and wheels? Or buy shocks and coils, I love the uberturnines but not if the ride is very rough, can we adjust current shocks to softer ride?
Current shocks cannot be adjusted. I would go to a smaller diameter wheel and the hankook ion evo as SUV tire. I have that on my Y and it feels great.
So I just got this installed couple days ago, and now I hear creaking noises when going over speed humps or driveway humps at low speeds. Ride quality improvement was noticeable but small. Overall a tad disappointed in nearly 2.5k spent on this.
did you do springs and shocks? The creaking should stop but that isn't normal
@@Gjeebs sorry abou that my notifications weren't on for some reason. Yes, I did do springs and shocks. Creaking is sitll there a month later, UP thought it was bolts not torqued right, shop confirmed they were. Now they want me to spray white lithium grease on the piston shafts on the shocks. I have a suspicion the shop didn't install them correctly, and perhaps the springs aren't seated correctly. Who knows. Very frustrating indeed.
@@caprica_13how did this turn out?
@@antoinevinsonpmp3842 no changes. UP wasn't very helpful, and neither was the shop that installed it. I'm expected to spend even more money to fix something that shouldn't have happened from the beginning. The rear suspensions still creak and it's very annoying. Nothing I can do about it without dumping even more money into it. Any company worth anything should've covered the expenses in something like this. I'm also not alone it seems with the noise issue. Do not recommend.
Voids warranty right?
No. The manufacturer would have to prove the particular modification DIRECTLY caused the particular failure. Learn your warranty rights. Unplugged specifically is apparently actually famous for fighting for people with Tesla on warranty stuff.
Do you have an installer recommendation in East Valley Phoenix area?
I do not. Just use Luca at plaid performance
I dont want to lower MYP, just want better comfort ride
Yea you can do that with these shocks and stock springs
Go with the 18 inch Martian Wheels along with 235/55r18 tires that'll boost your range and comfort plus the tires will be much cheaper to replace than the stock ones. Im waiting on my shipment to arrive for the wheels.
Weirdly, Unplugged USED to offer a factory ride height option, but now these kits require lowering if you want the UPP springs, or you can shell out an additional $1,500 for the coilover setup. I have no interest in lowering the vehicle either, so I'm planning to do just the UPP shocks with the factory springs and see how that goes.
Great video,how are you liking the setup so far
I still love it. I look forward to hitting bumps haha
Does it void the warranty?
yes it should. it is a major change.
Not automatically, no. The manufacturer would have to prove the particular modification DIRECTLY caused the particular failure. Learn your warranty rights. Unplugged specifically is apparently actually famous for fighting for people with Tesla on warranty stuff.
How does it compare the 2023 comfort suspension ? You should have touched base on that. I know you did a video reviewing it. Scale rating old Y, new Y and unplugged
Yea I am doing to do a video specifically on this
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@@Gjeebsplease do it , I just get my Tesla model Y 2024 And it feels smooth and soft. I don’t know if I need to replace those for this luxury coilover.
@@EduardoMaradiaga-s5w If you are happy with your suspension then don't do anything
@@Gjeebs I have Lexus TX500h sport and is really smooth, Compared to my Lexus, the Tesla is a little rigid, nothing that is too serious, but if there is a way to make it a little softer and higher, that would be great. I don’t know if the 2024 model comes with a better suspension or not, I’ve never had a Tesla.
The idea of a luxury suspension on my M3 is amazing, but honestly i wish it would raise the car an inch. i’m old and not as bendy as i used to be 😂
they need the luxury old guy option - where they raise it an inch
What’s wrong with bright green? Did you mod any ICE vehicles?
What’s that wrap on your hood? Looks cool👍🏻
Yes is a ppf wrap
"This FUCA is under a lot of pressure" Me too Mr Mechanic Man - ME TOO 😞
Great video. Did you still stay at damp settings 12 in the rear and 10 in the front for comfortable ride?
I went 12 all around
@@Gjeebs thanks would a 6/7 front/rear make it not comfortable? Why stayed at 12? I want to make my ride comfortable, not for a sporty ride, please advise
Would it be cost effective to buy it after the lease?
I wonder how much does it cost in total including the labor cost?
My quote was 2400$ 975$ for labor on top of the 1500$ for parts.
How are you liking the kit now that you have had them for month ? Thinking of ordering a kit
Have you ordered? If yes how is it?
Would pairing these with stock springs add even more comfort? Would think the lower springs will make it firmer.
This kit has the option of standard right height, 1 inch lower or 1.5 inch lower. So yes, I would imagine going with the standard right height would be even more comfortable. I’m trying to choose now between the standard and 1 inch drop. I would love to look of having a one inch drop, but my real desire is for more comfort, so I will probably stay at the standard height. I hope this helps.
Actually, I might be wrong about the standard ride height. Their website is confusing. I’m gonna call them on Monday.
Theoretically yes, the new shocks with factory springs should still be an improvement. I'm planning to run that exact experiment soon because the new "comfort" suspension on my 2024 Model Y is still far too harsh in my opinion.
These are dual rate springs - softer under normal driving and stiffer in the corners and at speed - so even though they lower the vehicle, they're probably still more comfortable than the factory linear springs.
@@ericviele4379 Weirdly Unplugged USED to have a factory ride height option 4 years ago. Not sure why that went away. My guess is they want you to shell out the additional $1,500 for the coilover setup which does allow you to keep factory ride height. This kit requires lowering the vehicle. You could always just get the shocks and use them with the factory springs, which is the route I'm planning to go.
Just replaced the Luxury Pro suspension on my 2022 long range Y with the newer less expensive luxury suspension and went back to the original springs that came with the car as suggested by Unplugged to keep the height the same. Much improved ride. The more expensive pro suspension is a waste of money IMO if you are looking for a smoother ride. I think it’s hard to recommend these upgrades as each Model Y I’ve driven is different. I think Tesla makes changes to the car so often and doesn’t document them so I don’t know if you will feel the same improvement that I have. I will say the tech at Unplugged was the first person I’ve ever gotten a straight answer about why these cars ride like crap from the factory.
What did the tech say about why they ride badly?
It is all about the springs according to my Tesla service guy. The springs are too hard. These springs look like they will do the trick. Can i just buy the springs? I replaced OEM with the Tiens front and rear as you recommended and it made a substantial difference but it is still way stiffer than i would like.
I’m looking at the same thing. I’d rather spend less and just get the upp lowering springs. I’m not sure if there’s much tangible benefit to the additional aftermarket shocks unless those allow you to take out the negative camber. But I think you need another part for that. Did you get any information on this?
Hi, I have switched from Tein EnduraPro+ with OEM sprins to this UPP shocks and mild springs - apart from the bining noise in front where the two spiral are rubbing against each other, the suspension became harsher over speed bumps and potholes. It smooth a little better all very small imperfections of the road but that's it. I am thinking what to do next because I hate that I was hoping for more confort not extra sport!
@@ovidiunecula3233 Maybe UPP shocks with factory springs? That's what I'm planning on doing.
@@OptimizedTeslaUpp dampers are identical to Tein endura pro+ excluding only the painting being black instead of green. You might achieve the same comfort with Tein and way cheaper if you plan to use stock springs. Zevcentric also mentioned about this. Their after sales is outrageous slow! I waiting for a refund for three months on their dampers because one the rear dampers came broken. I went back to stock suspension because I could not bear anymore the binding noise from their front springs.
@@ovidiunecula3233 Yikes. Thanks for sharing. I saw the Teins too but also saw a number of horror stories of failures with those or the shocks arriving leaking oil. I'm hoping they don't just come from the same factory but it sounds like that may be the case.
You should do a video on those police teslas in the background
Are you going to be giving away or selling the shock and coil over set that you don’t need?
Is it shipping to AU?
Informative info nice vid
FYI, @0:23 FUCA = Front Upper Control Arm
Are there any national chains that can reliably work on Tesla’s doing this? I don’t understand why some of these upgrades aren’t available as trims from the factory or installed at tesla Service Center. This with retractable roof liner, USS, rain sensor, stalks, and a few buttons should be a luxury upgrade for 10K.
Nothing really special about this specific modification/install other than knowing the special jack points on the vehicle. Suspension is pretty much the same as any other crossover SUV.
Tire wear is less to do with camber and more with your toe settings. Toe-in is nice for straight line stability but will wear your tires more. Set it as close to zero to save tires but it will be wondering more.
After a few weeks of using the new suspension what do you think?
I love it. Can't say that enough. It's also still softer than the new 2023 model Y's which I thought would be about the same with the comfort suspension
Thanks for your review. Helpful bro... You went with the moderate lowering springs. 1" drop. Did you actually need the rear camber arms? Kinda iffy with only dropping it 1" What did they charge for labor to install this kit? Whats the average at their shop? I live in Oregon and thought about driving down. Did they do the alignment too?
Who can help with installation around Seattle area? Old Retired disabled senior many thanks
Dampers looks like tein rebranded, everything is the same except paint: same body shape and damper knob, even the nut is the same as tein. I hope internals are not the same. I am just switching from tein with oem springs to this kit with mild springs and I noticed right away how similar those dampers are. At least the stifness adjustment is different from Tein.
Cool, so why did you change? Did you get the effect you were looking for?
@@fredrik-wendt with Upp mild springs and their dampers the ride was better on small bumps and road imperfections, better handling but rougher on high bumps like speed bumps. The worst issue was the springs were binding when turning the steering wheel resulting in a clonking sound which was very annoying. I moved back to stock suspension and a few weeks later I installed Koni+ (red dampers and votgland spring) available only from Reber Germany and their partners being a different setup than the koni red series. Much better ride than Tein and Upp combinations on every aspect.
@@ovidiunecula3233 Gotcha, thanks! I'm on Tein EnduraPro+ with stock springs. I'm satisfied with ride quality, but handling at high speeds is negatively impacted - not much, but to a point where I'd like a better solution.
@@fredrikwendt9696maybe you set up way too soft. I would recommend adjusting to 8 in front and 10 on the back from full stiff and try again.
There is no discount code for unplugged performance?
nope
Where did you get that dash cover from ?
vion.parts code Gjeebs will save 10%
I'd love to do this but it would end my warranty ☹
No it wouldn't
@@Gjeebs that’s good to know. Thanks for the response!
No it won't mess with your warranty, I did the following to my mini cooper electric, Koni FSD shock, Eibach lowering springs, SPC lower camber arms, Megan racing upper camber arms, and Neuspeed rear sway bar, ride is perfect and handles much better than stock.
Are they better than Koni active or Tein Endura?
We think so. These were specifically developed and tuned for the Model Y with optimal comfort as the goal.
In combination with UPP mild springs definitely not worth it because are sport oriented. Maybe the shocks along with oem springs will be a better setup for comfort.
they look actually exactly like the koni,
I wouldnt wonder if they technically come from the same factory
But Id wait to the car was out of warranty. I strongly suggest this modification would void the manufacturers warranty and good luck to you then. PS Im in the West Palm area and its almost impossible to find a shop that would install this. I used to go to Electric Garage but they went out of business here.
The manufacturer would have to prove the modification directly caused a failure. UP specifically is famous for fighting for you with Tesla on warranty stuff. Learn your rights.
@@OptimizedTesla The service they provide is not free and have no idea how much they charge so you have to ask yourself is what you do worth it. I practiced law for over 30 years and I can tell you. The contracts that you sign when you purchase your Tesla are air tight and drafted by their attorneys who are top notch in drafting written agreements. And they have an in house litigation staff to oppose you and top law firms on retainer. So good luck to you when you oppose them especially if you cant afford to litigate.
Do they match my luxury vinyl flooring? Closing world names.
Curious on what springs did you end up going with that kit the mild 1inch drop or the moderate 1.5
Thank you
I did mild
The irony of going to "Unplugged Performance" with an EV...
Its a shame they dont have east coast presence. Id jump on it
I have installed UPP Luxury Suspension kit with their mild springs on my Y Performance from 2023 and I noticed a clunk noise while turning the wheel full turn which can be heard from outside (front left side) but is louder inside the cabin. Anyone noticed the same and how did you fix it?
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I heard really bad things about this brand, noise coming from the soings when turning, and you can't barely see any drop.
Why don’t you help the guy?
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Julio looks like a Latino Al b Sure
Why he call it FUCA so weird man. Just say upper control arm 😂🤦🏻♂️
The trouble I have is paying premium price for a car and then having to shell out thousands for aftermarket modifications
You don't have to do that at all
People pay all this money for a Tesla, only to have to spend a lot to modify it to make it a better car. Should have been better from the start for the price people pay.
I've thought about this way too much. Fanboys do mental gymnastics to justify it, but at the end of the day it's just not a $50k car, even in 2024 after everyone said they had worked out the quality control issues (they haven't).
I am view number 482, but only like number 69. what's wrong with those other 413 people
Tesla is the Glock of EV’s. Buy first then must replace every component to make acceptable. Neither are very usable off the shelf.
You can’t be serious. How many Tesla owners have never repaired, replaced, or modified their suspension? >99% It’s just the guys who are looking to pi$$ away money on suspension, wrap, wheels & tires to make their ride unique because they can.
@@tomdrewenskus8167I guess most of them are not happy with the OEM Tesla suspension. It’s so uncomfortable for passengers.
@@TheRacingShawn That’s just not true. There is absolutely nothing wrong with the suspension of any Tesla model, and I have ridden/driven every model. The problems appear as too stiff of a suspension when you go with the larger wheels and lower profile tires. These folks going that route are just trying to make a higher/highest performance better/best handling Tesla by throwing lots of money into it. Otherwise, show me RUclips videos telling others what is wrong with the stock Tesla suspension and wheels.
@@tomdrewenskus8167to each his own and not because we are moving to EVs we should not continue to modify our cars! I am fifty and I enjoy modifying my car, I have a mini cooper electric for my daily and I done all this guy is doing to his Tesla,
@@tomdrewenskus8167 Man, you don’t need a video, you just need to have a Tesla for some time to tell. Among all the cars (16 outback 3.6r, 18 golf r, 18 Macan gts) I owned in the past years, 2023 model y is the only one my mom, wife and toddler son hating to sit in… Model Y is a decent driver’s car. But it’s an incomplete product for passengers. I don’t know why Tesla hasn’t improve their suspension tech after all these years. Maybe the lack of competition and the protection from US government make Tesla less customer centric.
Tesla need to build a charging stations. There’s no fucking super charging stations in the northern eastern part of the United States.
Jeebs that poor car 😂just drive the car and be happy I think your trying to make that car something it will never be tesla frowns on modifying the car not to mention anything to do with suspension or handling of that car your warranty will be voided are you really pushing that car to its limits I doubt it
Clueless comment
These cars should come with this more comfortable suspension from the factory.
Regarding warranties, the manufacturer has to prove the particular modification DIRECTLY caused the particular failure. Learn your warranty rights. Apparently Unplugged specifically is actually famous for fighting for people with Tesla on warranty stuff.
You forgot to,add that the free tires just turned into paid shocks and springs 😂😂😂
Why bother putting in performance parts in a Tesla of all vehicles? Adding weight will reduce the amount of juice the car will produce due to the extra parts and you’ll have less range from your battery.
I’m just going to guess from your comment that you don’t own a Tesla.
Less than 1% of Y owners modify their factory suspension.