Stock Moab and Bead Locks

[Memphis Peej]

I have a stock 2019 Moab. This is my first wrangler and I absolutely love it. My question Is about bead locks.
Let me also add that I am a newbie when it comes to off-reading.

From what I’ve been able to read the purpose of the locks is to allow for low pressure in the tires when going off road. And a secondary purpose is simply to look cool.

Can I put bead locks on my stock Moab wheels? I have joined the local Jeep club and plan on doing trail runs this fall.

Thanks!

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[guarnibl]

No you cannot. You will need to buy new wheels that are specifically beadlock wheels. There are also a lot of faux beadlocks. Note that most beadlocks are not DOT approved, so some tire shops may not install them for you. They also tend to require a bit more maintenance over time. That said, it is nice to be able to run a much lower air pressure in certain situations.

My $0.02 -- go use your jeep and figure out what's needed next before you spend money.

 

[Memphis Peej]

No you cannot. You will need to buy new wheels that are specifically beadlock wheels. There are also a lot of faux beadlocks. Note that most beadlocks are not DOT approved, so some tire shops may not install them for you. They also tend to require a bit more maintenance over time. That said, it is nice to be able to run a much lower air pressure in certain situations.

My $0.02 -- go use your jeep and figure out what's needed next before you spend money.

Sounds like experienced advice.
Thanks!

 

[Alacon01]

No you cannot. You will need to buy new wheels that are specifically beadlock wheels. There are also a lot of faux beadlocks. Note that most beadlocks are not DOT approved, so some tire shops may not install them for you. They also tend to require a bit more maintenance over time. That said, it is nice to be able to run a much lower air pressure in certain situations.

My $0.02 -- go use your jeep and figure out what's needed next before you spend money.

100% this, take your jeep out stock and learn, take your time and have fun. Your first few times out make it a goal to use minimal throttle and focus on picking the best line you can. you should be able to go down to 13-15 psi with stock wheels, ant that will take you a lot of places.

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