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Converting steel rims to beadlock rims

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Old Aug 8, 2012 | 10:49 AM
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Default Converting steel rims to beadlock rims
I have heard that steel wheels can be converted to beadlock rims. How can this be done?
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Old Aug 8, 2012 | 12:07 PM
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You weld on a ring w/ bolt holes so you can bolt on the clamping outer ring. Google "weld on beadlock ring".
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Old Aug 8, 2012 | 12:47 PM
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Yep, they work great. Here are mine.
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Old Aug 8, 2012 | 04:24 PM
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Yep, they work great. Here are mine.
Where did you get those bead lock rings? I like that
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Old Aug 8, 2012 | 06:21 PM
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How is the wheel for balancing afterwards. I can make all the parts as I have access to a Cnc laser so could make any designs I want. But I am worried about the balancing since I would be doing this on my only set of wheels.
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Old Aug 8, 2012 | 07:23 PM
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Place called DIY Beadlocks. They will make any design you want. Balance is no problem if you do a good job welding. Don't forget to check for leaks.
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Old Aug 9, 2012 | 03:06 PM
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Cool. I guess I'm going to have to make some designs and cut them out. I have an idea for making sure the welds are evenly spaced and uniform. My old shop makes the bead lock plates for TMR customs so I have seen how thick the material is.
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I've been looking into them. Only issue i've read the people have is the balancing after they are finished. But i think it all comes down to preparation and if you know how to weld.
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