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DougWantsALeaf
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Re: OEM Rims that fit?

Mon Mar 23, 2020 9:29 am

Sorry, incorrectly put this in the wrong forum.
Here is an article on Tesla about the advantages of going to lower lighter rims.

https://insideevs.com/news/405659/video ... 18-wheels/
2019 S Plus (98.06% SOH) & 2019 SV Plus (94.77% SOH) Both Silver
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GerryAZ
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Re: OEM Rims that fit?

Mon Mar 23, 2020 10:27 pm

DougWantsALeaf wrote: ↑
Mon Mar 23, 2020 9:29 am
 Sorry, incorrectly put this in the wrong forum.
Here is an article on Tesla about the advantages of going to lower lighter rims.

https://insideevs.com/news/405659/video ... 18-wheels/
Increased efficiency is due to narrow tires (and possibly change in overall diameter), not reduction in weight.
Gerry
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goldbrick
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Re: OEM Rims that fit?

Fri Jul 10, 2020 12:16 pm

Here's my Leaf with the Altima tires in case anyone is interested

https://photos.app.goo.gl/NhGUHX9k1QEzKg8w9
LeftieBiker
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Re: OEM Rims that fit?

Fri Jul 10, 2020 12:57 pm

Similar to the Leaf OEM, but a little more modern looking.
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Re: OEM Rims that fit?

Sat Jul 11, 2020 4:08 pm

Goldbrick nice looking wheels, clean and a clean car!
2013 S Bought used 2020 33,000 11 bars
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