%PDF-1.5 %���� X��c�`hZ���Ha�@�GC�f?e����,a���� �����e��; ��>�7�|`�� ܰr�f������+\R�YR0��laf`�� ��x@� 2B� endstream endobj 5 0 obj <>>> endobj 6 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]/Properties<>>>/Rotate 0/TrimBox[0.0 0.0 621.0 801.0]/Type/Page>> endobj 7 0 obj [/ICCBased 24 0 R] endobj 8 0 obj [/Separation/PANTONE#20165#20C 7 0 R<>] endobj 9 0 obj <>stream After inspecting the wheel, we’ll use a torque wrench and work our way around the wheel in a star pattern. Recheck the bolt specs after the first use. trailer <]/Prev 469898>> startxref 0 %%EOF 40 0 obj <>stream Oval Track & Drag Race Beadlock Bolts: 13”, 15”, & 16” diameter wheel = 18 ft-lbs (221 in-lbs) 10” diameter wheel = 8.9 ft-lbs (107 in-lbs) 13”/15” rings 18 ft-lbs 10” BL rings 107 in …
The concept here is just to keep an eye on them so you know either way. A 37" tire at 30psi has a large amount of force stored.
To make sure you are to spec, it is imperative that you check the torque specifications three times per each beadlock wheel. 0000017923 00000 n 0000013102 00000 n This helps prevent the tire from coming off of the wheel, something that can easily happen when running extremely low air pressure off-road. h�b``Pb``�a```��ƀ Over the years, we’ve found little ways to speed up our basic service and done our best to follow pre-trip routine. Don’t be surprised if they are not loose or if only one side is.
OUTER TIRE BEAD IS PINCHED IN BETWEEN THE OUTER LIP OF WHEEL AND BEADLOCK RING.
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0000412689 00000 n 0000415260 00000 n 0000015748 00000 n For some, it is an addiction. For this reason, we recommend using anti-seize on your beadlock bolts. 0000421023 00000 n XS234 ADDICT 2 BEADLOCK: BEHIND THE DESIGN Behind the wheel, a passion for speed and adventure leads to dedication. 0000002067 00000 n Want to know more about the advantages of beadlock wheels?
Loren Healy’s Race Inspired Jeep Wrangler Unlimited [Video], Yes, I would like to receive emails from Nitto Tire and Driving Line, I’d like to receive Driving Line’s twice-monthly eNewsletter, Sign me up for a quarterly digital magazine subscription. 0000421816 00000 n The tightening process creates stress in the ring, changing the torque on all bolts. On a beadlock wheels such as our KMC Machete Crawl, a series of loose bolts could be equated to complete failure. 0000413271 00000 n After inspecting the wheel, we’ll use a torque wrench and work our way around the wheel in a star pattern. Torque sequence for the center bolts is the same as the lug nuts (a star/criss-cross pattern). There are many different variations of beadlock wheels, but the most common … For those of you daily driving your Jeep on beadlocks, you may wonder how often you’ll need to check those bolts. 03 CHECK YOUR TORQUE SPECS THREE TIMES. When that happens, we’ll pull the tire and wheel completely from the Jeep and set it up on a five-gallon bucket to work on it. The Addict 2 is the perfect wheel for these few. 0000421269 00000 n We recommend every oil change. Once the load is off the tire, use a tire deflator or valve core remover (shown here) to completely deflate the tire. 0000457865 00000 n 0000019602 00000 n While paint marking bolts can help expedite the basic pre-trail bolt check, there’s plenty of hardware on our Jeep that requires putting the torque wrench to work. 0000012906 00000 n
We recommend every oil change. Our beadlock rings routinely get smashed on the trail.
Want to know more about the advantages of beadlock wheels? Inspection Intervals. Next, we like to inspect the wheel and tire closely for any damage.
0000406419 00000 n This will also help with future service. 0000457828 00000 n If you do notice one is dropping pressure, and you can’t find anything that has punctured the tire, take a soapy sponge and run it around the beadlock ring to check for leaks.
0000010512 00000 n For our KMC beadlocks, we set torque value to 22 ft. lbs. 0000412220 00000 n In this article, we’ll go over our time-tested method, which hopefully you’ll find a helpful routine that you too can working into your pre- and post-trip check list. We typically will do one tire at a time. 0000001854 00000 n No different than a suspension link bolt, the bolts that latch a beadlock ring in place can work loose over time. 0000406755 00000 n 0000001036 00000 n 0000001255 00000 n
We invite you to get behind the wheel with us, it's certain to be an interesting drive. For cast aluminum wheels such as ours KMC Machetes, you’ll find steel inserts that thread into the wheel. 0000015426 00000 n Since most modern Jeeps are equipped with TPMS sensors, it’s easy to see if all of your tires are holding the same pressure.
Thankfully, there’s an easy and safe way to check your beadlock bolts. For information about cookies and how you can disable them view our. I guess I'm overly cautious with the amount of force stored in an inflated tire.
It’s hard to get excited about vehicle maintenance. Continue on to reading this issue and look for links to the latest issues, straight to your inbox, as soon as they’re released! For those of you daily driving your Jeep on beadlocks, you may wonder how often you’ll need to check those bolts. 0000004664 00000 n However, for off-road enthusiasts, it can certainly make the difference between a good or bad day on the trail. For our KMC beadlocks, we set torque value to 22 ft. lbs. But for some, it is more. 0000466904 00000 n So, we like to check for any sharp edges that could potentially damage the tire. 0000406643 00000 n 0000012379 00000 n
Torque To Spec.
One of the most common styles of beadlock wheels use a single external ring to “lock” the outer bead of the tire to the wheel.
Recognizing that every individual's motoring journey is unique, we seek to give form to both untold as well as celebrated facets of the automotive world. 0000001888 00000 n Before touching any of the bolts on the wheel, you’ll need to remove the load off the wheel and tire you are working on. Occasionally, we’ll need to pull the ring from the Jeep and sand down the damaged areas. Don’t be surprised if they are not loose or if only one side is. INNER TIRE BEAD GOES HERE YELLOW = BEADLOCK RING SPACER (IF APPLICABLE) GRADE 8 HARDWARE FINAL TORQUE SPECS WHEEL SIZE CAST WITH ANTI-SEIZE CAST We like to keep the core out until the bolt check is complete. Take a look at our incredible collection of KMC wheels.
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The … 0000009009 00000 n I try to avoid ever being in front of a beadlock ring when changing pressure or torquing bolts. While suspension, drivetrain and armor typically get the closest inspection, our beadlock wheel set gets in the rotation frequently as well.
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