A Guide to Thick-Bead Tires and Proper Beadlock Installation
One of the biggest advantages of a true beadlock wheel is the ability to run lower tire pressures without worrying about losing the tire bead. But not every tire is built the same.
Easter Jeep Safari isn’t just another event on the calendar.
It’s where brands, builders, and enthusiasts come together to keep the culture moving forward. It’s about access, responsibility, and the shared passion that brings all of us back to places like Moab year after year.
A fully machined aluminum wheel without clear coat requires a little more attention, but the reward is a finish that looks clean, premium, and undeniably sharp. With proper cleaning, immediate drying, and consistent protection, your machined wheels can maintain their original brilliance for years without discoloration or oxidation.
When you’re overlanding heavy, load rating matters. The THRET® 602 Cast Beadlock delivers serious strength with a 3,400-lb load rating per wheel, combining a cast aluminum barrel with a forged beadlock ring and 24 Grade 8 bolts. It’s built to handle rooftop tents, armor, and gear without compromise. Because the trail doesn’t care what you’re carrying.
We’re attending Jeep Invasion in Tennessee, the biggest Jeep show in the U.S. What better time to launch our interview with East Coast wheeler and longtime friend of the house, Carlos Chavira @aguywithajeep. His LS-swapped Jeep, now rolling on THRET® 601 Forged Beadlocks, is setting the bar high.
Another unforgettable year at Easter Jeep Safari is in the books, and this one brought the heat. Moab’s red rocks never disappoint, and neither did the rigs that came to conquer them. But one truck in particular stole the lens: Pat Soffe’s 1956 Willys pickup, a trail-built icon that blends vintage soul with modern off-road muscle.
Another unforgettable year at Easter Jeep Safari is in the books, and this one brought the heat. Moab’s red rocks never disappoint, and neither did the rigs that came to conquer them. But one truck in particular stole the lens: Pat Soffe’s 1956 Willys pickup, a trail-built icon that blends vintage soul with modern off-road muscle.
Thank you for choosing the THRET® 602 Beadlock Wheel. Built for serious off-road performance, this wheel combines rugged design, premium materials, and reliable bead retention for extreme terrain. Please follow the instructions below to ensure proper installation and long-term durability. THRET® 602 Beadlock Wheels in action – Built for the toughest terrain. Key Features: Forged …
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Last week, we packed up and headed to Las Vegas for one of the biggest events in off-road racing, The Mint 400. If you’ve never been, imagine thousands of race fans, high-powered machines, and an electric atmosphere, all set against the backdrop of Fremont Street bright lights and nonstop energy. And, of course, THRET® was …