I have to admit, this ended up being a long video with too much waffling. However, if you are undertaking this job in your Model Y, you'll find the full video useful so you learn from my mistakes and make a better job than I did. If you just want to jump to the actual fitting, go to 07:53 in the video. I've added chapters to assist navigating the video. To find out more about the space saver spare tyre (and tools to change your wheel), see th-cam.com/video/LFpGqYuj2jk/w-d-xo.htmlsi=cFiT9qcf0m6y8YqR If you've found this video particularly useful or maybe this saved you money or time, then please do at least click the like button and add a comment. If you'd like to give a 'super thanks', you can buy a coffee, a pint or contribute to the running costs of this channel via the Thanks button above. TH-cam shares 70% of the donations with the video creators.
With a jack that can lift a electric car, a compressor, repair kit, spare cables and adapters, car tool kit and a little bit of emergency rations there wouldn't be any space left under the tire to begin with so no need to worry about the lost space which means there is literally no cons to doing ths except maybe a little rattling that could be fixed easily. Well done work, lack of a spare tire is the achilles heel of model Y's and you solved it brilliantly.
My understanding is that the added weight of carting a spare with you everywhere that may never be used is why Tesla did not include a spare. Flat tires are now quite rare with modern Tires and Cell Phones make getting assistance in emergencies much easier. 😊
Yes, that and the fact that many drivers now can't change a wheel anyway, let alone safely jack the car, so rely on a breakdown service to recover them. Personally, I'd rather not be waiting on the side of the road for hours. I mate of mine waiting 7 hours recently!
@GoGreenAutos It certainly does provide some level of comfort having a spare. I carry tire plugs, a can of slime and a 12v compressor. Practically speaking though I just sold my 2012 Mazda and the spare had never been out of the trunk.
I have the same wheel. Took it on a road trip and placed it where you did but didn't even bother doing anything else. The rear floor sits on top and the front piece just sticks up a little at the back. For a roadtrip that was no problem at all, didn't even notice it was there. Obviously if you want it totally flat all the time then what you did needs doing. I only bought mine for roadtrips abroad because i've usually got a fridge/freezer in the rear subtruck.
A very good work around for a problem that just shouldn't be. Getting real fed up with manufacturers thinking they can get away with a spare wheel deletion or as an optional extra. IMO there should have been regulation against this.
been waiting on this video from yourself, great detail. i will probably go the same route, mount it at the rear, the strap is a good idea, the block of wood i would have to carpet for my ocd, any new rattles from the trunk cover/board not 100% flush? thanks for posting.
Really appreciate the video!!! A couple questions though... Why not add an electric air pump, and deflate the tire when stored? seems that would save significantly more space. Also, I'd suggest running the strap through the tire rim holes on each side (through the wheel instead of over the wheel). This would better ensure tire is anchored by either bolt and/or if strap becomes loosened, etc.
The tyre would not collapse with no air in it. You can get a new style of space saver spare wheel with collapsible tyres, but I don't think these are available in the UK yet. I did look for them but was unable to source them. Good point on the strap.
@@GoGreenAutos True. A tire with a strong sidewall won't change (unless squeezed -- and unlikely the spare sidewall is as strong as a normal tire)... but a deflated tire will definitely lend space on the width so its probably close to as thin as the rim. I'm just unsure if this would matter. 🤷♂
An interesting mod. The problem with this however is....if you cram the boot up with stuff....where do you store the actual full size tyre that you remove? 🤔
The one thing you are forgetting is that these cars are designed with a crumpled zone in order the save passengers harm. In this case if you are hit even lightly in the rear, this tyre could break your passengers backs. To make matters worse, because you have modified the car, the insurance company will not cover you (surprise, surprise) plus Tesla will invalidate your warranty if they see it. I speak with experience as I repaired accident damaged cars for a living for 30+ years. You can argue the point all you like but it will not make a scrap of difference. I’ve been hit up the rear in the past and the tailgate has ended up where the rear seat is, so in a case like this any rear passengers would end up pushed into the front seats or at the very least severely injured. Spare wheels in the boot are never a good idea if they are not in a purpose made wheel well.
Why bother and mess up your Tesla Y.. I have a spare compact wheel in the boot lying flat on the floor anchored to one of the back seats and it's no problem. You can stack shopping etc. on it. It's surprising how little overall space it takes up.
I had it on the boot floor for about 6 weeks before I did this. While the boot is plenty big enough, it was a pain when I wanted to put other stuff in as there wasn't enough flat floor left. Ok for shopping bags, but a pain for other stuff. So I'm glad its now under the floor.
@@GoGreenAutos Yeah, having the spare in the boot takes away from trying to efficiently load multiple suitcases on an already cramped uneven hatchback trunk for a multi-day family vacation.
Huh??? How could a strapped down wheel under the boards in the trunk effect the safety of the car. 😂 😂 I love Tesla’s, but sometimes it’s ok to use your own brain lolllllll
I have to admit, this ended up being a long video with too much waffling. However, if you are undertaking this job in your Model Y, you'll find the full video useful so you learn from my mistakes and make a better job than I did. If you just want to jump to the actual fitting, go to 07:53 in the video. I've added chapters to assist navigating the video.
To find out more about the space saver spare tyre (and tools to change your wheel), see th-cam.com/video/LFpGqYuj2jk/w-d-xo.htmlsi=cFiT9qcf0m6y8YqR
If you've found this video particularly useful or maybe this saved you money or time, then please do at least click the like button and add a comment. If you'd like to give a 'super thanks', you can buy a coffee, a pint or contribute to the running costs of this channel via the Thanks button above.
TH-cam shares 70% of the donations with the video creators.
Don't worry. You have done well explaining your thinking methods.
I just don't understand why Tesla didn't design in a space for a spare wheel.
Any ideas for a 7 seater model Y?
With a jack that can lift a electric car, a compressor, repair kit, spare cables and adapters, car tool kit and a little bit of emergency rations there wouldn't be any space left under the tire to begin with so no need to worry about the lost space which means there is literally no cons to doing ths except maybe a little rattling that could be fixed easily. Well done work, lack of a spare tire is the achilles heel of model Y's and you solved it brilliantly.
Brilliant diy mod.well done!
Thank you! 😊
Very informative! Use velcro to attach the timber block to the carpet and it shouldn't move and be easy to remove when you do want to
Good idea.
It hasn't moved yet though.
Great video, i will rewatch it and try to install mine tomorrow in my Model Y.
Good luck
Really excellent video - very thorough.
Thanks.
My understanding is that the added weight of carting a spare with you everywhere that may never be used is why Tesla did not include a spare. Flat tires are now quite rare with modern Tires and Cell Phones make getting assistance in emergencies much easier. 😊
Yes, that and the fact that many drivers now can't change a wheel anyway, let alone safely jack the car, so rely on a breakdown service to recover them.
Personally, I'd rather not be waiting on the side of the road for hours. I mate of mine waiting 7 hours recently!
@GoGreenAutos It certainly does provide some level of comfort having a spare. I carry tire plugs, a can of slime and a 12v compressor. Practically speaking though I just sold my 2012 Mazda and the spare had never been out of the trunk.
Excellent work mate! I’ll be doing this project soon as I’ve just received my steel wheel
Good. I hope with the help of this video, you get it right first time and don't make the same mistakes I did.
I have the same wheel. Took it on a road trip and placed it where you did but didn't even bother doing anything else. The rear floor sits on top and the front piece just sticks up a little at the back. For a roadtrip that was no problem at all, didn't even notice it was there. Obviously if you want it totally flat all the time then what you did needs doing. I only bought mine for roadtrips abroad because i've usually got a fridge/freezer in the rear subtruck.
A very good work around for a problem that just shouldn't be. Getting real fed up with manufacturers thinking they can get away with a spare wheel deletion or as an optional extra. IMO there should have been regulation against this.
Great idea! I’m going to try this before I cut up the trunk
Bloody Brilliant mate!!! Well done
Thanks :-)
Brilliant brilliant. Thx great video
been waiting on this video from yourself, great detail. i will probably go the same route, mount it at the rear, the strap is a good idea, the block of wood i would have to carpet for my ocd, any new rattles from the trunk cover/board not 100% flush?
thanks for posting.
Zero rattles.
Really appreciate the video!!! A couple questions though... Why not add an electric air pump, and deflate the tire when stored? seems that would save significantly more space. Also, I'd suggest running the strap through the tire rim holes on each side (through the wheel instead of over the wheel). This would better ensure tire is anchored by either bolt and/or if strap becomes loosened, etc.
The tyre would not collapse with no air in it. You can get a new style of space saver spare wheel with collapsible tyres, but I don't think these are available in the UK yet. I did look for them but was unable to source them.
Good point on the strap.
@@GoGreenAutos True. A tire with a strong sidewall won't change (unless squeezed -- and unlikely the spare sidewall is as strong as a normal tire)... but a deflated tire will definitely lend space on the width so its probably close to as thin as the rim. I'm just unsure if this would matter. 🤷♂
It’s beyond me why Tesla can’t make a ROUND subtrunk so owners have the OPTION of carrying a concealed spare tire.
An interesting mod.
The problem with this however is....if you cram the boot up with stuff....where do you store the actual full size tyre that you remove? 🤔
Good point. Same issue with all cars of course that use space savers.
It could fit behind the front seats if you're really crammed.
Geez, how long are the adverts you are putting up these days! Another interesting video.
TH-cam does that. The ads are getting longer, yet my commission from this channel has halved.
from which car spare wheel fit fir tesla Y?
Does this work for the model 3 too?
I would suspect so. The M3 wheels are an inch smaller too.
The one thing you are forgetting is that these cars are designed with a crumpled zone in order the save passengers harm. In this case if you are hit even lightly in the rear, this tyre could break your passengers backs. To make matters worse, because you have modified the car, the insurance company will not cover you (surprise, surprise) plus Tesla will invalidate your warranty if they see it.
I speak with experience as I repaired accident damaged cars for a living for 30+ years.
You can argue the point all you like but it will not make a scrap of difference.
I’ve been hit up the rear in the past and the tailgate has ended up where the rear seat is, so in a case like this any rear passengers would end up pushed into the front seats or at the very least severely injured.
Spare wheels in the boot are never a good idea if they are not in a purpose made wheel well.
Fair points. But I wouldn't class cutting out 2" of foam a modification.
@@GoGreenAutos I think the point he was trying to make is that if push comes to shove so to speak, it doesn't matter what you think!
Why bother and mess up your Tesla Y.. I have a spare compact wheel in the boot lying flat on the floor anchored to one of the back seats and it's no problem. You can stack shopping etc. on it. It's surprising how little overall space it takes up.
I had it on the boot floor for about 6 weeks before I did this. While the boot is plenty big enough, it was a pain when I wanted to put other stuff in as there wasn't enough flat floor left. Ok for shopping bags, but a pain for other stuff. So I'm glad its now under the floor.
@@GoGreenAutos Yeah, having the spare in the boot takes away from trying to efficiently load multiple suitcases on an already cramped uneven hatchback trunk for a multi-day family vacation.
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It affects the safety of the car. Safety is one of the reason Tesla doesn't use spare tires in the Model Y and 3.
In my view, its safer to get off the road and drive slowly than stand on the side of the road waiting hours or recovery.
Being stranded is a safety issue
@@JREDDY00 I mean in the event of a crash. It's a disadvantage for EV's? I prefer a spare tyre.
Huh??? How could a strapped down wheel under the boards in the trunk effect the safety of the car. 😂 😂 I love Tesla’s, but sometimes it’s ok to use your own brain lolllllll
The next thing we’re missing that is actually supposed to be there is the metal plate under the car. There is zero reason it’s not there