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How to Assemble Beadlock Racing Wheels

The purpose of a beadlock racing wheel is to keep the tire in place when running it at a lower air pressure. According to professional race-car driver Nick Schumacher, it is especially important to run a beadlock wheel on the right rear tire because of the tremendous force trying to pull the tire off the rim. Because beadlock wheels allow a driver to run his car with a lower air pressure, the car maintains a better grip on the track.

Things You'll Need

7/16 six-point socket and ratchet
Flat pry bar
Torque wrench
Air compressor
Air hose with chuck
Tire pressure gauge

Instructions

- 1
  Take the beadlock ring off the rim by loosening all the bolts with a 7/16 six-point socket and ratchet.
- 2
  Place the rim on a level surface and push the tire through the front. You should be able to start on one side and work the tire around the rim. If the tire does not push on by hand, use the pry bar to work the tire around the rim.
- 3
  Position the beadlock ring on the front of the rim so the tire is centered. Line it up with the mounting holes.
- 4
  Push down on the ring, keeping the tire centered. Screw down three to four equally-spaced bolts, tightening by hand. This will keep tire in place.
- 5
  Install the remaining bolts by hand, tightening them until they are snug.
- 6
  Tighten the bolts slightly, starting at the top of the tire and working all the way around, using a ratchet and 7/16 six-point socket. Continue to work your way around the circle, securing the bolts until they start to get tight.
- 7
  Attach the socket to a torque wrench and torque the bolts to 30 pounds.
- 8
  Attach the air hose with a chuck to the tire and inflate it until the rear edge of the tire is firmly seated on the rim. You will hear the tire pop once it is seated. Adjust the air pressure to the desired setting.

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