RVA97Xj

Anyone know any decent bead locks for under 200$

JPXJMOAB

Diybeadlocks.com had them for 225

Rockhead

Check these out. http://innerairlock.com/beadlocks/

RoyalXJ

They are way more than 200

RoyalXJ

Cheapest you'll find is DIY, usually around $200. Then you'll still need to purchase hardware and weld the rings on your wheels.

andrewmp6

Those diy beadlock kits are hard to get the wheel straight when you weld them on.Take a look at http://www.summitracing.com/parts/rlw-rt8150012 http://www.summitracing.com/parts/rlw-rt8158012 http://www.summitracing.com/parts/rlw-rt8168012 or go on summitracing search raceline beadlock and you will see the full list you got a few options in sizes.

RoyalXJ

There is nothing hard about DIY beadlocks. Lining everything up is simple. The ring just drops in the rim and you weld. As long as you know how to weld you are fine. They just take a little more to balance. I used 14oz of bbs per tire to balance my 35" KM2s

SatiricalHen

Do you even have lockers? Do you just want the beadlocks for looks or for actual purpose?

Rogue4x4

Is this per wheel, or all 4? All 4, no way you'll get it done for $200, when you factor in hardware, and if you want an extra ring set for a full size spare.
Bingo!
Again, spot on. Be diligent in your prep and all will be good.
What does having lockers have to do with the price of tea in China? Just wondering...

I have DIY beadlocks. Had mine custom cut. Got 5 sets, but have yet to find a matching wheel for a full size spare, just haven't put the effort in. I got mine from a guy on the bay, and he included the custom cut, extra ring set and all the hardware, ended up costing me around $325 for everything, including shipping. I like them, but a word of warning, changing tires is a PITA. They are not for everyone. Balancing has to be done with balance beads. My wheels:

CherokeeHoonigan

Yea i posted a similar thread on beadlocks as much as i would love a set, both for looks and functionality i rather wait until i get my axles built and a larger lift before i get a set of these. by jeeps getting to the borderline trail rig point and i rather keep it road worthy before i go dump that much on rims, good luck on your search man and i hope you decide on a WELL BUILT set or DIY kit.

SatiricalHen

if you need traction then I feel like lockers would be a better investment. Get all four wheels spinning. I think lockers should come before beadlocks but that's just my opinion.

RoyalXJ

class 1 in most crawler competitions only allows for one locker, some are no locker. Being able to air down lower helps a lot so that's where bead locks come into play.

SatiricalHen

but I don't think he's going to be in any crawler competitions. I was just asking a question and stating my opinion to explain why I asked the question. I prefer lockers over beadlocks any day especially since beadlocks aren't dot legal and I drive my jeep on the road.

Rogue4x4

Well you are entitled to your opinion. That's fine. But off road any way to gain traction helps. Your statement made it sound like you need lockers to run beadlocks effectively. That simply is not the case. Ever popped a bead offroad? It sucks.

Also, just because they aren't DOT approved doesn't mean they're illegal or unsafe. I've been wheeling a long time and have never heard of someone getting ticketed for beadlocks. I researched the subject extensively before I made the jump, and no one has ever shown a vehicle code that I'm aware of that states they're against the law.

CherokeeHoonigan

Most police officers dont even know what they are. and the ones that do probably have respect for the guy running them.