Beadlock rims on a Stock Mustang - Is there a stigma?

[mookieit]

I have been thinking about getting rims for a while, recently I have discovered beadlock tires and I really like how they look on the Mustang.

I am watching a video on YouTube and the host is talking smack on how stock Mustangs dont need no beadlocks and saying that it is stupid to put them, goofy, doesnt make no sense and doesnt look cool.

Tbh, that made me more interested in getting beadlocks.

Also, I am purely interested on how the rims look and only casual drive my car.

What are your opinions on beadlocks? Do you agree with this Youtuber?

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[daSNAK3]

If you like them and willing to spend the money, then do it. I say it’s worth it if you’ll enjoy driving your car even more. Your car, your money, fuck the haters.

I didn’t need carbon fiber fenders or maybe I didn’t need the beadlocks either… but I like ‘em and it’s my car so to any haters.

 

[kz]

Why do you care ? This "community" make some awful choices when it comes to visual mods and beadlock wheels are not even close to being bad.

 

[Pistol_91]

Even if it is a mod that's considered wasted money. At least it still nets you better traction. Assuming you're pairing the wheels with a good sticky tire.

 

[ORRadtech]

I don't understand why you would care what some rando youtuber has to say? It's not like they are after anything but clicks. Quit supporting that yahoo and think for yourself.

 

[Jasonb543]

Love my beadlocks, do be aware… most tire shops will not touch them, YOU are gonna be doing your own tire changes, first time took me a few hours, tedious process.

 

[Skye]

When considering a change to a vehicle, I ask two general questions:

1. What is this bit gonna do for me? Performance-wise, technical-wise, how is the part going to better the performance or operation of the car or truck?

There are going to be pluses and minuses. Do the benefits (speed, traction, handling, reliability, etc.) outweigh any negatives (cost, additional supporting changes, maintenance, etc.) . Specific to beadlock, I'm going to eliminate slippage of the tire where it meets the bead. Am I going to make good use of that? If I'm having that issue, yes. If not, I would consider something else. I'd look to something lighter than what I already have, a rim size that supports more tire options or is easier to care for.

2. Is the product going to pair well with the car or truck? This is a personal decision involving styling.

YouTube and other sources are great to see what others have done. But I would set any of their styling thoughts aside and consider what you like, what you're attempting to accomplish.

Your signature mentions a 2015, v6. I assume stock drivetrain.

Using Weld's site, beadlocks often price close to double some of the other rims they sell. As mentioned above, it's best to consider how the rims/tires will be serviced, either by you or a shop that can support.

Weld does offer alternatives. In addition to the beadlock, they often offer the same rim in a "drag" version; this rim has a knurled edge, which, while not offering the same performance as a beadlock, does assist in securing the tire to the rim. Weld also offers a street version.

The similar Weld offerings could give you the look you're going for, while costing less and being more practical.

If on your way to modifying and building out the car, I'd put the money towards engine, trans and suspension mods, then the tires. Tires would compliment your final drivetrain setup, instead of going with rims/tires first, then possibly changing those again once the other bits are in.

YMMV.

 

[robvas]

Would be pretty stupid to put on a stick-ish Mustang

 

[Ghorse]

Your car, your money. You should do what pleases you. If you like them and have no problem dropping that kind of cash on something you don't really need them get em. I never let someone else influence my decisions on my car.

 

[NGOT8R]

@mookieit do the beadlocks if you like them. I have them on my car and I’m not making gobs of power. If your ultimate goal is traction, coupled with the looks of them, put the right tire on them and get after it. I do my own tire changes too and tbh, I wouldn’t trust a shop to take the time needed to properly torque the ring bolts.

 

[JGalarse14]

Do what you want, it’s your vehicle and money. I personally wouldn't care what other people thought. All I see is future proofing for boost!

 

[petronix]

I thought beadlocks are illegal for street use...

 

[mookieit]

I thought beadlocks are illegal for street use...

Whoah, that would be a problem

 

[Mach1Racer]

In the Mustang world where people take a Mach 1 or GT500 front end and put it on a base model GT or EcoBoost which is particularly abhorrent; I don’t think anyone can say anything to you.

As others have stated, “it your money,” do as you please.

In fact, I did just that when I first got started with my last Mach 1. I knew where I was going and others didn’t. I intend to dig race it on the street every week with a Supercharger.

Once I had everything done, the talking stop and the street racing videos went up. Buy what you want, Phuck the haters.

 

[Skye]

I thought beadlocks are illegal for street use...

I am finding a lot of references to that effect, and, helps explain why most tire shops would avoid them.

Edit,

I can think of two topics to consider:

- Are beadlocks legal in the state you live in?

- Would a beadlock rim pass a state inspection (if vehicle inspections apply to you)?

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