Why I Decided to Get Beadlocks for My Jeep

Why I Decided to Get Beadlocks for My Jeep - KMC Machete XD’s

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7 жыл бұрын

So after giving it some serious thought, I finally bit the bullet and picked up some KMC XD229 Machete Crawl Beadlocks for my 2015 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon. There are a lot of benfits to running a beadlock out on the trail and in this video I share with you thought behind picking these wheels and some of the pros and cons.
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KMC Beadlock Info:
Customize the look of your Off-Road Vehicle with a set of KMC XD Series XD229 wheels. This particular wheel comes in a multi-spoke machined finish that will surely complement the look of your vehicle. These wheels are made using the highest grade materials, and are strong enough to host the high-performance off-road tire of your choice.
Here are additional specs:
• Sixe: 17X9
• Bolt Pattern: 5X127
• Offset: -38MM
• Hub Bore: 78.30MM
• Back Spacing: 3.50
• Load Capacity: 2500LBS

Пікірлер: 385

@lobo176 7 жыл бұрын

Love watching your videos on how your jeep build is transitioning. The new wheels look great. I'm a big fan of the chromed/polished wheel also. Can't wait to see the new bumpers and fenders, that will make it all come together for you. Should give it a very aggressive stance. Thanks for all the work you put into your videos, I really appreciate it. Because of your videos, I am going to get a couple of Auxbeam light bars for my truck, thank you for all of your product reviews. I'm a big fan of your live car/off road shows and videos and rig walk around S that you do.👍

@georgelukemire5743 7 жыл бұрын

I personally like the polished aluminum. Seems everyone has black these days and the polished wheels really make you stand out. Nice choice!

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

There are more black rims on Jeeps than polished aluminum for sure... Thank you!

@MrElPoderozo1 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed 👍🏽. I want to get new wheels for my 79 CJ and im having a hard time finding 15x10 polished wheels.

@vgullotta 7 жыл бұрын

I love that they give the Jeep such a nice classic look! Those wheels are awesome!

@cdnbroncolife1889 4 жыл бұрын

hey! thanks for making the video... you really don't know how videos like these help a guy make an educated decision. and a real visual ! great vid.

@ralphebuffalo 3 жыл бұрын

Love the polished aluminum look. Never have been a fan of black wheels. The new wheels look awesome!

@jasont7814 4 жыл бұрын

After watching this video I'm convinced I need these wheels. I'm partial to the black wheel with the silver ring since my Jeep is white. Thanks for the video Brad.

@jonluchessi1643 2 жыл бұрын

Polished aluminum bead locks look awesome, it’s nice to see that look come back, I grew up with Crager wheels on our hot rods and those classic American wheels, I’m considering getting bead locks at the time of writing this, the hard part is going to find a shop that can balance them out for me, and you are correct Northridge 4 X 4 is awesome I’ve been dealing with them for many years.

@davvidhzara 7 жыл бұрын

With the new wheels and new KC bar nice and chrome. That thing is looking good. Can't wait to hear your review on them after hitting the trail. Keep up the awesome work!

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

After a couple month a wheel follow up I think will be in order. Thanks!

@user-tv8sm6so9y 5 жыл бұрын

Gotta have a bit of bling for those times when your not working the Trail, Mega Cool, Major Thumbs UP.

@stevemartinism 2 ай бұрын

Your pitch is why ….3 yrs ago I put these on my 2013 JKU. Thanks for the video Brad.

@dynamic2336 6 жыл бұрын

I was full intent on going black But when they Method 106 beadlocks came out i fell in love with the bronze and couldnt resist ordered as soon as they were available they are sitting waiting for my tires to get here and get installed.

@jonny4182 7 жыл бұрын

Super huge congrats man! Nice look..see ya around

@larrybriggs2920 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, those wheels are very nice Brad. I was just thinking about going to a beadlock wheel myself. The only thing is, I don't get to air down past 20 lbs psi at all and the tires hold the bead great at that pressure.

@RockyXTV 7 жыл бұрын

Those look great! Good call on showing the beadlock disclaimer, I could only imagine some of the comments you would've got on that! Awesome video as always.

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

Ya, gotta throw out a disclaimer once and a while.! Thanks man!

@slowpokewrangler8752 7 жыл бұрын

I like the look on your Jeep, silver with the polished aluminum. My Jeep is Black so I think I would go black or dark. Love the lights also.

@stevepoland1406 6 жыл бұрын

Love the look of those wheels, I'm also going against the black with my new XD 132's.

@markgueren9633 7 жыл бұрын

Congrats Brad!! They look AWESOME!!! I prefer black but I think you made a great decision! Your rig will really stand out amongst outher Jeeps!! Can't wait to see them with some trail rash...😉

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

Hitting the trail this weekend..... not looking forward to the rash, but it's inevitable. Thanks!

@hexleb4407 3 жыл бұрын

Looks amazing love the polished look. I have a 2019 Armada Sl and can't wait to do it to her

@deaconnyte9748 7 жыл бұрын

Love the Machined color on your JEEP - Great choice. Im getting the Machetes's next month for my White 16 JKUR in 8x6.5. BUT still havent decided if I want Black or Machined for the white Jeep - I lean towards black then I see your Jeep and I lean the other way. Decisions , decisions ...... Love your Chanel - Keep us posted on the wheel updates - like ease of cleaning and how the finish holds up !

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

I think you are going to love the quality of the KMC's and go with polished! They would look great on a white Jeep!! Follow up to come in a month or so, thanks!

@spartan8185 7 жыл бұрын

Wow!!! I thought I would say I hate the chrome but I looks awesome!! Great job!!

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@NavyAirframer 7 жыл бұрын

Those are nice MCPO!!!! I like the polish and the tire choice!

@justinhutton2508 7 жыл бұрын

I like the black wheel more for myself. But I will say that your jeep does look alot better with the polished wheel then the stock rubi wheels. Looks great Brad. Love the channel.

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

The black Machete wheels would still have been a huge improvement over the stock rubi wheels, but man, I'm love the look of the polished!

@gordondouglas3383 7 жыл бұрын

Love the polished wheels. Nice pick!!!

@davidbarr3131 6 жыл бұрын

I wish all disclaimers came with your level of enthusiasm. I got a good laugh out of that.

@our_wishing1287 5 жыл бұрын

They look good! It is a change from the usual blacked out look that are now coming standard on cars coming off the lot...love the channel btw

@mackenziepeek9317 5 жыл бұрын

I love these videos. Also I dont own a jeep sadly but I have a f150 with the fx4 offroad package and it plays hard. Soe of these mods and accessories would look good on my truck but your tips for offroad are universal for any offroader

@hectorserrano7703 5 жыл бұрын

Wheels look fantastic, great choice.

@xristiancarvajal1474 7 жыл бұрын

I'm usually a fan of going blacked out, but these wheels look very nice on your rig. You should definitely do a video a couple of months from now to review how they hold up on the trail. Stay safe and have a nice day!

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

I'll be talking about how they are holding up in the future for sure. They did already get their first trail rash, you can check it on instagram @trailrecon

@jacman619 7 жыл бұрын

Sharp looking wheels there Brad! The first scratches only sting for a minute but it goes away real quick. 😎 All seriousness... They look bada$$!!

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

LOL! I'm already preparing myself for the first scratches! Thanks!

@BoStorey1 4 жыл бұрын

I don't off-road but I want these anyway. Although I might after watching your channel...Awesome!

@steviecarbone4052 6 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed the video, good luck with the new wheels!

@sandralynmazeo531 4 жыл бұрын

Love it I’m having it on 35s tires for my 1995 range rove LWB. yes people it has 5 inch lift on it.

@denisstitt9413 5 жыл бұрын

Yes I like the look. I just can’t get used to black, but the gold ones on curtain color vehicles really looks great

@larrysorrell9944 5 жыл бұрын

What is the reason you not supposed to run them on a daily driver .

@skumancer 7 жыл бұрын

Would love these in black with either yellow or orange inserts. Would match my rig perfectly. For your rig, they look killer!

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

They do make these wheels in black with a polished ring that could be painted.. might be an option for some folks. Thanks!

@ryanbastien1 7 жыл бұрын

Hello Brother! Congrats on your retirement. I'm a Master Chief as well and got my JKU based on a promise that if I made it, I would buy a Jeep. Well I got the Jeep, now I'm jealous at all the mods that are out there. I just bought a set of paracord grab handles based on your instagram pictures, thanks for the inadvertent referral to supporting a fellow veteran! Sincerely, Ryan

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Brother, thanks for checking out the channel! You are going to need all that extra E-9 pay to cover your Jeep mod expenses now! LOL! Thanks for supporting Veteran Off-Roads grab handles. He is a great guy making a great product.

@dlesko71 5 жыл бұрын

They look great. Love the channel. Always great info.

@N0AGI 6 жыл бұрын

hey Brad, belated congrats on the new rims. I'm not much of a silver tone wheeler, tend to go w/ half tone polished. Your jeep looks good on those rims.

@TrailRecon 6 жыл бұрын

These rims have been serving me very well since installing them and I still love the polished look. Thanks!

@greenmean230 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I want to get beadlocks for my 2017 JKUR and I'll probably get the KMCs because you spoke highly of them

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

After having them on for a week now, I will say I love them, but still need to hit the trail and put them though their paces! Thanks!

@greenmean230 7 жыл бұрын

TrailRecon Awesome! Thanks for replying! Can't wait to see a vid with you airing down and putting them to the test

@kevinchristofora9367 4 жыл бұрын

You made my mind up. Bead locks it is for me too. Thank you. A couple of questions.... Going through water.... what are the limitations and trouble areas to protect against? Also, on a 2015 JK 4door rubicon, the blank button spaces next to the sway and axle locks... How and what can you put there?

@duneattack 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice! I need to do a little research into the twin schrader to see what it's all about. I thought for sure you'd cover it in a little more detail. I've now seen the twin valve stem on your new wheels and Kevin and Brit's JT build. Great looking wheel though Brad.

@danialphaomega 5 жыл бұрын

Im old school and i dig that chrome look!

@4everjeeper 7 жыл бұрын

I like black alum wheels but I gotta admit those look good on your jeep, nice job

@htimsrM 7 жыл бұрын

They look great Brad...it's funny how I'm coming back to shiny wheels and bright paint like Chief Blue... I guess I'm outgrowing the Tactical colors scheme...

@JoshBreitenbach 4 жыл бұрын

2:10 - "salami tell you why i chose to go with a beadlock"

@junowilson4992 6 жыл бұрын

I currently have stock rims painted black but I'm gonna go for the shiny chrome look to stand out more. Seems like most people have black rims on their Jeeps

@Troche571 6 жыл бұрын

Great pick up. Love the wheels.

@rickgibson1234 7 жыл бұрын

Great looking wheel. Appreciate your site.

@jayamos456 7 жыл бұрын

Love the look and love polish...I'm looking at a set of the TR (Trail Ready) Bead locks.

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

These already have plenty of trail rash and are holding up well!

@tigrcky 5 жыл бұрын

you should do a review of these now that you have had them for nearly 2 years. ive had mine for about a year now and i must say these are amazing wheels.

@TheBeardedJeeper 7 жыл бұрын

So shiny! They look great. I want to do a bronze/ copper wheel. I would love to afford beadlocks too but I'm poor lol

@ForensicPI 7 жыл бұрын

Those looks GREAT. I have black pro-comps, and today they look terrible with all those gouges, so one day I will do this. And the bonus is you can replace the rim if they get real bad. One thing I noticed was the tire guy in the video. Since these wheels are aluminum I’d be concerned that someone would be too quick with the mounting, and strip-out the threading with the air gun. Aluminum is much more sensitive to cross threading, especially with an air gun. In other words, I would surely want them to get each bolt started by hand first.

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

You are so correct, starting each both my hand is essential. These beadlock threads have steel liners and with 3/8th inch bolt they are pretty solid. Something we were discussing while he was installing the last wheel. He said he has has some of the smaller 5/16th bolts break on him in the past. Thanks!

@cavediverjc 7 жыл бұрын

Great looking wheel on a great looking Jeep. I ran beadlocks on my TJ rock crawler and they performed exactly as they were designed. My only problem with beadlocks is that they are a PAIN IN THE ASS to clean. Getting the mud out from behind the bead ring is an exercise in futility, to say the least.

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

Cleaning and polishing are not going to be fun, great point!

@bigospig 7 жыл бұрын

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@davidgoodwin8686 7 жыл бұрын

I love the wheels, looks great with the chrome

@crazyt8781 7 жыл бұрын

that's looks grate man. love those wheels.

@thealpineknight1944 5 жыл бұрын

I watch alot of your videos, I live here in northern Colorado, on the East side of the continental devide. I listen to alot of music while wheeling, and I was curious where you get the soundtracks for your videos? Like this video, when you showcase the wheels, or the Blackbear pass video, when you start dropping down into telluride.

@mariodesmo 7 жыл бұрын

Those look fantastic with the Silver color of your rig. I think you made the right choice. I swapped out my stock factory aluminum rims on my TJ for MT Classic III's in black and it really darkened the look, even though my TJ is yellow. It made a huge difference that I'm not all that happy with, but there they are! Anyway, I think the aluminum finish with the beadlocks look great. Good luck with them and lets see them run some trails. Beadlocks will be a real advantage for snow, at 5psi!

@mariodesmo 7 жыл бұрын

Also, the aluminum doesn't show scratches as much as black rims. Black rims require paint touch-up every time you get off the trial...

@georgeburbano1312 6 жыл бұрын

Great wheels, not for me personally but they look phenomenal.... nice video, keep up the good work.

@tylorhughes4484 6 жыл бұрын

I recently got new tires from the dealer (jeep had low tread when I bought it so they gave me them no charge) they were off a newer Rubicon. I really like the new Rubi wheels Vs stock. Ko2s are doing great too. My only complaint is they like to hold stones and my tpms is going off now.

@kevinengland4675 7 жыл бұрын

Looks great Brad. Think the color of the rim on the depends on the vehicle... these look awesome with the silver on your JKU

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I agree, I'm loving the aluminum with the silver.

@cdnbroncolife1889 4 жыл бұрын

never mind on the rubber sizing.. just picked that info up down in the threads 35s

@jeepingadventureswithjoeki6220 7 жыл бұрын

Looks like I won't be the only one climbing that driverside wall getting through the squeeze. Only one way to find out. Let's go get some!

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

Let's go!!

@JKMediaCorp 5 жыл бұрын

Those look nice.... officially on the wish list.

@RobDTom 7 жыл бұрын

You definitely made the right move going with the aluminum vs steel. I also like the fact that you didn't go with black rims that everyone and their mom has. I have machined face Method NV wheels on my Jeep (with the FAKE beadlock look!) ;-)

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

We put black rims on the XJ and I now wish I would have put polished aluminum on there.

@valentinyon8163 5 жыл бұрын

Love the polished look

@vallero7607 4 жыл бұрын

Mann that Jeep is Bad Ass, Those Wheels are real nice I personally don't like polished but Mannn they look good, Only thing I'd do to the Jeep is lift the front a lil higher but that's just me... Great video..

@VisualOverland 7 жыл бұрын

Not a fan of the polished look. But, I must admit that these look pretty good on your jeep!

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@1stzard 5 жыл бұрын

Looks great with the silver, but atleast he can always paint the beadlock. Another plus is not worrying about paint scratching up.

@htownsfinest87 5 жыл бұрын

So you want them top be black or grey like every other overrated jeep out the lol

@1stzard 5 жыл бұрын

@Odorous SmegmaYeah, because we are talking about lowriders

@cujo8762 5 жыл бұрын

The beadlocks look great! my only beef is trying to keep them clean. I live in Georgia so we dont have a lot of rock crawling here, mostly mud and clay so Im not sure if the beadlock is the right choice for me.

@bobbyrob2008 7 жыл бұрын

Looking good my man, new shiny shoes for the JK!

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@makeyourownadventure1653 6 жыл бұрын

Nice beadlocks! Personally i am more of a flat black or gun metal rim guy but the chrome looks great on your Jeep!

@christophermichaelson9050 6 жыл бұрын

Just wanted to point out that you only air down in snow if the snow is *extremely* deep and you want to float over the top. If it's medium to light snow, you want to run normal pressure; this allows the tires to cut through the snow and make contact with the surface below.

@thewhiskeycowboy-official 6 жыл бұрын

This is also an advantage of running narrower tires (though still tall) in the winter. It is a trick for a lot of old school 4X4 guys in snowy areas. If your footprint is too big you can become a sled and actually lose traction in the snow.

@IronskullGM 5 жыл бұрын

I live in Vermont on a class IV road. It's not uncommon to have very deep drifts. I always run 40 psi in the winter. Under the snow is ice, usually glaze ice. I've never had any benefit of trying to drive on top of the snow. It's a very difficult task to do, especially when driving uphill or sliding downhill. The key is gearing and shifting. Let the engine do the work and keep the wheels turning to maintain traction. Which means avoid the brake as much as possible. Now if you are going to air down to ride the top of the snow, beware of slides and objects under the snow. Also do not use knobby tires in snow, go for a nice all season or winter tire with lots of sieves and small grooves. Studded tires are more for places that have a lot of ice. Glaze Ice is some scary stuff. For that you need chains and studs.

@JeepSolid 7 жыл бұрын

Nice upgrade. I like the look!!

@Tendedolive 6 жыл бұрын

Those are seriously nice wheels.

@PoorManMods 7 жыл бұрын

niceee, they do look really good

@chaddressler7633 6 жыл бұрын

I like the polished look especially if you could get the center polished body color

@johnlamb4465 3 жыл бұрын

disclaimer had me rolling! LOL

@michioman1 7 жыл бұрын

Nice, simple and clean look!

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

Agree!!!

@c-note4146 7 жыл бұрын

First, I'd like to say those wheels look great, loved the review and thank you for sharing. Next, I had a couple questions. I assume they're not DOT approved, so how do you get home from the trail? Are you familiar with B.A.D. (Bead assist device) wheels, DOT approved bead locks? And the final question, I wonder what your scrub radius is now, have you calculated your steering angle inclination?

@m118lr 5 жыл бұрын

Well Brad, definately look great. And most definately (I ‘think’) the HARDEST choice for me would be deciding between the Black vs polished aluminum. They BOTH would look great as long as the BACK color wasn’t a ‘glossy’ gloss. I aslo would have liked you to SPEAK MORE ABOUT the “disclaimer” and ‘why’ there not considered for “highway use” specifically. ‘Course I can do the leg work I suppose...just would’ve been a nice topic to your vid. Great job though!

@robertfoster2531 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos. Keep it up.

@DMKushneryk 7 жыл бұрын

I'm a black wheel guy but I have to admit they look awesome on your Jeep. Questions; what good are bead lockers if they only lock the outer rim but not the inner?

@carlosvale8198 7 жыл бұрын

You JEEP looks great, I particularly like black wheels but anyway "look beefy now" NICE JEEP!!!.....

@caseychima2418 6 жыл бұрын

god job,please what size of tyre should i put on my 1008 Fj cruiser to be able to look like your wrangler?

@Mansfield_1776 7 жыл бұрын

Dang man the Jeep is looking awesome! !

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you, she is coming along nicely.

@gabec3255 7 жыл бұрын

Great video! And they look awesome !!

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir!

@dennisc8664 6 жыл бұрын

Very cool wheels, they look great. I lean more towards the black unpolished look. So are bead locks illegal to run on the highway?

@ligon143 6 жыл бұрын

Good looking wheels on that rig.

@supercharged00gtp 7 жыл бұрын

The wheels look great! That said, the rig itself needs some aluminum accents to tie the body and the wheels together.

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

New bumpers coming soon! Fenders will be in the not too distant future. Hopefully those will help tie it all together better. Thanks!

@keithhodge395 7 жыл бұрын

I got rockstars 3 love them 17x9

@keithheinemann 6 жыл бұрын

They look great Brad. Anyone know if the JK has the same bolt pattern and fit as the new JL?

@prerunnerkm 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice looking. Where did you get the red anodized center caps? Just got the XD polished 132 RG2 and want to break the contrast up a little but can't find the red anodized caps anywhere! Thanks

@Echobar 4 жыл бұрын

They look cool. the polished aluminum reminds me of high school and Centerlines. But my question is about the Beadlock, why is only on the outside clamped in how does that prevent the inside from coming unset?

@nikkicorrigan8644 7 жыл бұрын

hello trailrecon how exactly they balanced those tires? thanks in advance! i love the colour choice by the way

@leskobrandon538 7 жыл бұрын

Looks good doc, time for 37's and a little more lift maybe from some jks adjustable coil spring spacers..

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

37's would be nice, but sticking with the 35's for now.. it's my daily driver so gotta keep it reasonable. Oorah!

@raymondj8768 6 жыл бұрын

those are fkn awsome dude hell yea and bead locks rule to cant beat them !!! polished rules

@tommoore2797 5 жыл бұрын

Love the polished look, what size tires are you running?

@glocksm40 4 жыл бұрын

Looks great ! Scott.

@wkent121 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks. How did you get the red center? You powder coated yourself or does KMC wheels have color options?

@michaeldurling793 6 жыл бұрын

I have always wondered why it's only the outside of the wheel that has the bead lock. What prevents the inner bead from coming off when your aired down?

@timray8097 7 жыл бұрын

I have a set of these in my garage being mounted by myself, first one took a solid hour but I think I can get it down to ~20 min/tire. Northridge had them here so fast, they even offered to mount and balance for a small fee but I'm a glutton for punishment. Say! I'm really curious how you got your red rings around the hub?

@PeacemakerPL 7 жыл бұрын

Perfect Jeep! Like these color combo combination. I just pick up 2016 JKUS Granite, with 2.8CRD (unfortunately i haven't chance to pick up a Rubicon this time :( ) and on mine are 18'' wheels. My first mod was to put some BFGT AT KO2 in 255/70/18 not MT's, because its my DD, but in the future, after maybe some leveling kit i will try to switched to 17'' wheels and some beefier tires like yours STT's. Anyway, i'm watching your videos, and progress with your Jeep. I hope that the bumper will not destroy this look (in my opinion standard bumpers are really cool looking, specially in US version - all steel) Best regards from PL!

@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын

Congrats on your new Jeep, sounds like you've got some solid upgrades planned. Thanks for checking out the channel.