Keep factory bead locks or get Icon Rebound Pro’s?

[Dusty Dude]

Hey guys, I’m going over my long term build plans (since my JLUR XR still isn’t here) and trying to figure out what I should do with the rims. In the short term, I’m keeping the suspension, etc. stock, and plan on adding a lift after getting some wheel time. Ultimately, I would like to add a Metalcloak 2.5 (or 3.5) lift and Nitto 37’s.

So here’s my question(s): Do I buy a set of Icon’s now and sell the factory rims when they are new, or keep the factory rims and buy the beadlock rings? Will the factory rims work with the Metalcloak lift and Nitto 37’s?

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[roaniecowpony]

I'm currently running the Icon Rebound Pro wheels. I think they are a decent compromise. But they aren't the end all, be all. They will keep the outer bead from pushing off. They will not prevent rotation at low pressures and high torque conditions on the tires. If the tires rotate, the balance can be affected.

 

[Dusty Dude]

I'm currently running the Icon Rebound Pro wheels. I think they are a decent compromise. But they aren't the end all, be all. They will keep the outer bead from pushing off. They will not prevent rotation at low pressures and high torque conditions on the tires. If the tires rotate, the balance can be affected.

Interesting. I hadn’t heard about that before about the Icons. It makes perfect sense though. I have seen that happen in drag racing, and they used to install screws in the wheel lip. Those were steel wheels though…

 

[jeep1]

the XR rims should work fine with the lift and Nittos... I have 37" Mickey's on mine. The biggest issue with the rings is actually finding them !

Given the cost of the rings, it's as much a question of appearance.. which wheels do you like better.

 

[Megawatt]

If you need beadlocks then get beadlocks, there is no better option than the real thing. That is if your gonna be running single digit air pressure while off roading. Check your state law about running them on public roads prior to purchase. Understand the maintenance involved with the torque specs and plan on time to get the torque correct. It’s not a one pass around the wheel and you’re done, more like three passes until you arrive at the correct torque evenly applied.

SEMA show a few years ago had a custom build that had bead lock failure and resulted in a broken leg. Linky here

Icon rebound pro are a good alternative but also consider method wheel bead grip models. Less expensive and no extra hardware like on the rebounds. Bead grips are easier to clean because there is no extra hardware on the rim. Two different methods to reduce the possibility of loosing a bead.

Unless you find a smoking deal now I would wait till the Jeep arrives and you’re ready to swap wheels. Don’t forget 5 new wheels in the box takes up a lot of room in the garage.

 

[verapx]

If you're going to wheel it the XR wheels won't stay nice long. Mine were scratch free for about the first trail. I have installed bead lock rings from Traction Offroad on my XR wheels. I would have been better off buying a more purpose-built set of rims. the Icons and Method wheels are both good choices. I would have preferred to sell my rims and tires scratch free and bought a set of bead lock wheels, probably KMC. One more thing, scratched aluminum rings still looks like aluminum. Powder coated rings show scratches immediately. Good luck on your choice.

 

[roaniecowpony]

Interesting. I hadn’t heard about that before about the Icons. It makes perfect sense though. I have seen that happen in drag racing, and they used to install screws in the wheel lip. Those were steel wheels though…

Yeah. Screws in the beads was real old school, even for Jeeps.

 

[AcesandEights]

They are wheels, not rims. Keep the stock wheels and wheel 'em.

 

[tjeeper]

Are the beadlock rings available? Last time I checked they weren't.

Is the factory wheel the backspacing you are looking for? You might have to add wheel spacers to fit those 37s. Between the cost of both, you are getting close to the price of new wheels.

 

[Dusty Dude]

Icon rebound pro are a good alternative but also consider method wheel bead grip models. Less expensive and no extra hardware like on the rebounds. Bead grips are easier to clean because there is no extra hardware on the rim. Two different methods to reduce the possibility of loosing a bead.

I will have to give the Methods a look. Thanks for the tip!

Is the factory wheel the backspacing you are looking for? You might have to add wheel spacers to fit those 37s. Between the cost of both, you are getting close to the price of new wheels.

The backspacing is a concern. I don’t want to use spacers. If spacers are needed, then I will go with the Icon’s or the Methods.

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