thrilsekr

Don't buy these...
I got 2 pair. I hate glueing tires.
Bead lock? No. There are for "bling" purposes only according to Team Losi. But "they do help strengthen the wheels."

I wanted bead lock wheels. What a let down. I suggested that they put on the packaging "Bead Lock Look-Alike" or something to that matter. They said they would consider it. As it is, the packaging says "Bead Lock Wheels"
They said they understand it can be misleading, but "Nobody makes a bead lock wheel that actually works..."

They also said that if I tear my tires taking off the old wheels, they will send me replacements at no charge. Just send in the old ones, with a note reminding him of our conversation.

I didn't want new tires. I wanted actual bead lock wheels. But, I guess new wheels would be nice too. Except for the shipping wait and cost.

All in all. Let down, but I'm am dealing with it.

Moral: Don't buy these unless you just want bling.

Fair warning...
(Just venting)


Thrilsekr

ThermalRD

Ya, myself and many other original LST owners went over this problem back when they were first released. I was quite let down too. But in the end, the wheels are some of the nicest looking wheels you can buy. But ya, its just bling, and added weight.

nebula8080

if you want beadlock rims that work...go w/ the maximizer's...they work GREAT!. I use them w/ the kingpins and the stock claw tires. Some really tough rims. see pics.

sk8ingsailor

[link=http://www.horizonhobby.com/Search/Default.aspx?SearchTerm=bead+lock&OverallCatID=] looky here[/link]




Those you have may be from the first production. I had to be one of the first ones with them so I ordered them at Hobbytown USA. When they came in, I said "Hell Naw." I kinda thought the price was low for the product.

thrilsekr

Nebula-
That is cool. I would have went with the maxis, but I bought these LSTs and I can't justify 4 more wheels quite yet. I will do my best to break these ones, so I can get new ones...

Still with the stock plastic shock towers? I have broken both of them. I have the Integy ones now. Sofl Alum., but the bend back easy enough.

I see you took out the reverse. I can't do that. Not with my driving style. I don't like running around when my truck gets stuck, or up against something.

Where di you get that plate to protect your exhaust?


Thrilsekr

thrilsekr

-Sailor

On the packaging itself it says "Bead Lock". Maybe they have changed that too by now.



Thrilsekr

SublimeJason

I always say Read before ya Buy,
http://www.horizonhobby.com/Shop/ByC...rodID=LOSB7005


Bead Lock "Look" Wheels w/Blue Rings (pr): LST

by TEAM LOSI, Includes: 1 pair of chrome LST wheels and 1 pair of blue "beadlock look" rings

nebula8080

Yeah I havent had any problems w/ the stock plastic shock towers....I had some alum. one on for awhile but took them off as my basher truck has enough of a weight problem as it is.

The center skidplate is the losi HD plate : http://www.killerhobbies.com/Browse_...LST_-_LOSB2261

Works great.

PillowPants

Yeah i have the Maximizer bead locks on my t-maxx. aint too easy on the eyes, but they'll stay in one piece no matter what ya throw at 'em.