Welcome back everybody to Man Meets Garage! My name is Larry, and on this YouTube channel, we restore, rebuild, build, and fix anything related to automotive. If you enjoy that kind of content, please subscribe and give me a thumbs up on my videos.
In today’s episode, we’re going to be working on a Tesla Model S from 2014. This car has been in my possession for a while, but recently, my friend Slava noticed that the rear passenger wheel was not centered in the wheel well. After some measurements, we discovered that the wheelbase was off by about half an inch, with the wheel sitting forward.
I took the car to the alignment shop, and everything checked out fine. However, when driving over bumps or hills, I noticed a sway in the car’s handling. Further inspection revealed that the upper control arm was bent, possibly causing the issue. So, I decided to order a full suspension kit, including the upper and lower control arms, and the spindle.
The process of replacing the control arms and spindle was not easy. The Tesla‘s unique design required specific steps, such as putting the car in Towing mode and using blocks to prevent rolling. Despite the challenges, I managed to replace the parts and reassemble the suspension.
After completing the repairs, I went for a test drive and was pleased with the results. The car’s handling was greatly improved, and the wheel alignment was back to normal. I plan to take it to the alignment shop for a final check to ensure everything is in order.
Thank you for watching this episode of Man Meets Garage. I hope you enjoyed seeing the process of fixing the Tesla‘s suspension. Stay tuned for more exciting projects, including work on a Porsche’s front floor panels and motor. Don’t forget to subscribe and like the video if you want to see more automotive content. Until next time, drive safe!
