The KMC beadlock also comes...
The KMC beadlock also comes with a machined locating ring for the outer tire bead. Once again, antiseize doesn't need to be here.
KMC Enduro Beadlock WheelsKMC is also in the market with its own beadlock wheel, the Enduro. The first notable difference you will see is that KMC uses more bolts on its beadlock ring. The company uses 36 bolts, meaning it takes a little longer to mount the tires. The Enduro weighs slightly less than the Mopar/ Hutchinson Rock Monster beadlock at 50 pounds, making it quite heavy.
We found the KMCs went together easily - just remember to follow the manufacturer's instructions on tightening sequence and torque specs. This is a well-built wheel with unique styling. KMC also designed each wheel to have two valve stems, allowing you to air down (or up) the tire through one valve while checking the pressure at the other. The only real drawback to this wheel is that it has such a high offset that wheel spacers are required even for stock-size tires. The rear inner face of the wheel pushes against the JK brake caliper in the rear without a spacer. The KMC wheel performed flawlessly in Moab.
ProsMore bolts in beadlock ringDual valve stems
ConsHeavySpacers required for all tire sizes
Phil wasn't here, so we couldn't...
Phil wasn't here, so we couldn't get photos of him mounting the Walker Evans Racing beadlocks. You can read in the story how he did them though. The Walker Evans beadlocks are high-quality wheels made to really take punishment. They're available in any backspace and bolt circle required.
Walker Evans Racing Beadlock WheelsWalker Evans beadlocks are very strong wheels designed from the start to be beadlocks. Many racing teams use them at speeds well over 100 mph in the desert, bashing obstacles with no problems. We've used them on many projects and have had no failures or problems - ever.
The Walker Evans wheels come either polished or matte, with a choice of narrow or wide beadlock rings that can be anodized a number of colors. We chose polished wheels with a polished narrow ring (it's easier to get at the valve stem for airing up and down). They're available in any backspace and bolt pattern you need, so we ordered ours with 4.5-inch backspacing and the JK Wrangler's 5x5 bolt circle. Our wheels weighed 37 pounds each with the narrow beadlock ring installed. The Walker Evans wheels are high-quality and are very easy to assemble.
ProsHigh-quality wheelsAvailable in backspace you needChoice of narrow or wide beadlock rings
Cons Available in only one style
 You can see how the tire seats...  You can see how the tire seats itself on the outer ring. There are no worries about whether the tire is centered correctly on any of these beadlocks. |  We mounted 37-inch Hankook...  We mounted 37-inch Hankook tires on the KMC beadlocks. |  Once the outer ring was placed,...  Once the outer ring was placed, we dabbed antiseize on the bolts and installed the ring. |
 It's important not to overtighten...  It's important not to overtighten the bolts on the KMC wheels, as well as the OMF and Walker Evans wheels. It's much safer to use a ratchet and tighten the bolts evenly and carefully then torque them to 20 lb-ft. |  |  While the Mopar/Hutchinson...  While the Mopar/Hutchinson wheels can be inflated to higher pressures, never go above 30 psi on other beadlock designs. |
 That's A LOT of bolts! The...  That's A LOT of bolts! The KMC beadlocks look great and work well. Although we didn't think so at first, the dual valve stems on each wheel make airing down and up easy and fast. |  |  The Walker Evans beadlocks...  The Walker Evans beadlocks and 37-inch Nitto Mud Grapplers work very well off-road. |