Bead locks
JK Super Freak
Joined: Jun 2011
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From: Bakersfield Kalifornia
in 2.5 years I only have 23k on the Jeep. I do not make long trips over 2hrs, unless I'm moving to another location. I maybe put 20 miles a day on my rig. From what I was reading is that you just need to check the torque on the bolts every other week to ensure they are still tight. I guess if I'm doing a longer trip, just making sure I bring the torque wrench with me and check it during a quick stop.
JK Junkie
Joined: Jun 2013
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From: Grosse Pointe, MI
Same here. I've had a few sets and find that after first mounting, they usually need to get tightened a few times over the first couple months. After that, they stay pretty tight. A few wheeling trips will loosen them a bit. It's easy to check, so I do it when I think about it.
Just get a good torque wrench and one of proper size. A 20-100 ft lbs wrench is not going to work. The accuracy is way too far off. Ideally, 0-50 or 0-70. And click type.
Just get a good torque wrench and one of proper size. A 20-100 ft lbs wrench is not going to work. The accuracy is way too far off. Ideally, 0-50 or 0-70. And click type.
JK Super Freak
Joined: Jun 2013
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From: NA
Ok cool. I guess I will order these bad boys and get them here, so I can use them in time for winter jamboree here in Sand Hollow. I will get what I need to mount them myself as I'm sure they will want to charge an arm and a leg for that.
I don't care for the TPMS and don't feel like spending the additional money for them.
So are there certain type of valve stems I should order or stay away from? I know I'm going to pick up the valve stem install tool and a better torque wrench.
Just curious as if my ARB twin will be able to seat bead of the tire instead of bringing the tire to a shop for that.
I don't care for the TPMS and don't feel like spending the additional money for them.
So are there certain type of valve stems I should order or stay away from? I know I'm going to pick up the valve stem install tool and a better torque wrench.
Just curious as if my ARB twin will be able to seat bead of the tire instead of bringing the tire to a shop for that.
JK Super Freak
Joined: Nov 2012
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From: missouri
Same here. I've had a few sets and find that after first mounting, they usually need to get tightened a few times over the first couple months. After that, they stay pretty tight. A few wheeling trips will loosen them a bit. It's easy to check, so I do it when I think about it.
Just get a good torque wrench and one of proper size. A 20-100 ft lbs wrench is not going to work. The accuracy is way too far off. Ideally, 0-50 or 0-70. And click type.
Just get a good torque wrench and one of proper size. A 20-100 ft lbs wrench is not going to work. The accuracy is way too far off. Ideally, 0-50 or 0-70. And click type.
JK Super Freak
Joined: Jun 2013
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From: NA
Something keeps me from hitting pay on the beadlocks. I guess the only thing is that in the long run I will be getting D60s and most likely end up in 8x6.5 bolt pattern, but I'm sure that will be in like 2 years from now.
I hate these type of decisions.
I hate these type of decisions.
JK Junkie
Joined: Jun 2013
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From: Grosse Pointe, MI
Sell them when you're done. I had Slabs on JK axles. Went to tons. I bought Chamber Pro's and then swapped rings with the slabs. Basically, I sold my slabs in like new condition. I got $150 less than I paid for them. Nominal in my view.
JK Freak
Joined: Jun 2012
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From: Channahon IL
Where did you order them from?? Northridge 4x4
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