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Method new 703 wheels
Thoughts on the new Method 703 wheels? They claim is that they grip better when running low pressure. Is that a gimmick?
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https://www.methodracewheels.com/pro...778d8060&_ss=r
"Patent pending Bead Grip® technology engages tire bead for increased grip at low tire pressures"
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08-30-2020, 05:42 PM
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Adding knurling to a bead surface area on a wheel is no new thing. Its been around for a long time.
Its obvious that roughing up a surface will add more traction compared to a smooth surface. Adding a raised lip behind the bead area is also nothing new. Aluminum wheel mfg’s have been doing it forever.
They can say whatever they want to sell wheels. There is no real data to back up the claim, just as there is no data to call B.S. on the same claim.
It may actually help, but how much?
If you like the wheels, buy them. If you sleep better knowing your tires will be more difficult to unseat when extreme off-roading, buy them.
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08-30-2020, 06:26 PM
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Originally Posted by GripT4R
Adding knurling to a bead surface area on a wheel is no new thing. Its been around for a long time.
Its obvious that roughing up a surface will add more traction compared to a smooth surface. Adding a raised lip behind the bead area is also nothing new. Aluminum wheel mfg’s have been doing it forever.
They can say whatever they want to sell wheels. There is no real data to back up the claim, just as there is no data to call B.S. on the same claim.
It may actually help, but how much?
If you like the wheels, buy them. If you sleep better knowing your tires will be more difficult to unseat when extreme off-roading, buy them.
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08-30-2020, 06:53 PM
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Like i said. A mfg can claim whatever they want. Lets see the actual data. Not marketing materials.
If you like the fact it may be 20% stronger, go for it.
How many issues have you had with “regular” beads breaking on trails?
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08-31-2020, 12:47 AM
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Like i said. A mfg can claim whatever they want. Lets see the actual data. Not marketing materials.
If you like the fact it may be 20% stronger, go for it.
How many issues have you had with “regular” beads breaking on trails?
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08-31-2020, 04:34 PM
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First things first.......If I think a Wheel looks *****in!....I'll buy it. If it retains the tire better in the 1% of use I'll give it, but it's ugly? No Sale!
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08-31-2020, 06:05 PM
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would be nice if they advertised the actual weights of the wheels they sell. Tirerack seems to be the only one that documents them. From their site, it looks like Method wheels range from pretty darn light to downright porky
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Quote:
Originally Posted by GripT4R
Like i said. A mfg can claim whatever they want. Lets see the actual data. Not marketing materials.
If you like the fact it may be 20% stronger, go for it.
How many issues have you had with “regular” beads breaking on trails?
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It happened twice between two different vehicles on our Rubicon trip, a bead blew while on an incline which makes it a bear to change out, and after an hour or more they ended up ruining a tire driving to a flat spot to be able to jack up the vehicle enough to change it. This was at a claimed 17 psi.
Meanwhile my brother was running 9 psi on his 37s with Method beadgrips and didn't have any issues.
Anecdotal I know but if they get you closer to the performance of a beadlock without the huge hassle, weight, and cost then it's a winner. That same trip a buddy with real beadlocks kept shearing grade 8 bolts on the interstate.
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I did kind of chuckle, they call these trail series and none of them have any type valve stem protection. I've seen more than one valve stem get damaged on the trail.
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It happened twice between two different vehicles on our Rubicon trip, a bead blew while on an incline which makes it a bear to change out, and after an hour or more they ended up ruining a tire driving to a flat spot to be able to jack up the vehicle enough to change it. This was at a claimed 17 psi.
Meanwhile my brother was running 9 psi on his 37s with Method beadgrips and didn't have any issues.
Anecdotal I know but if they get you closer to the performance of a beadlock without the huge hassle, weight, and cost then it's a winner. That same trip a buddy with real beadlocks kept shearing grade 8 bolts on the interstate.
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This is helpful
@ Bigdaddy
K which wheel offers valve protection?
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Inv4drZm
It happened twice between two different vehicles on our Rubicon trip, a bead blew while on an incline which makes it a bear to change out, and after an hour or more they ended up ruining a tire driving to a flat spot to be able to jack up the vehicle enough to change it. This was at a claimed 17 psi.
Meanwhile my brother was running 9 psi on his 37s with Method beadgrips and didn't have any issues.
Anecdotal I know but if they get you closer to the performance of a beadlock without the huge hassle, weight, and cost then it's a winner. That same trip a buddy with real beadlocks kept shearing grade 8 bolts on the interstate.
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Why are you explaining this to me? I am not interested in these wheels.
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Why are you explaining this to me? I am not interested in these wheels.
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I'm just answering your question with actual first-hand experience.
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Why are you explaining this to me? I am not interested in these wheels.
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Or evidence, it would seem.
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This is helpful
@ Bigdaddy
K which wheel offers valve protection?
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The factory trail/TRD OR wheels have pretty good protection. Most bead locks offer decent protect and even some of the fake bead give you something.
The Alphaequipt have two valve stems one is recessed for the TPMS stem which tends to be the one that breaks. But not really sure why they thought it necessary to have the second other than it may be difficult to get a chuck on the recessed stem.
In the Methods, the 313 offers a little better protection with the lip where the stem sits in. The 314 has great protection for a non-bead lock wheel, maybe so much that airing up/down might be a pain. Would have to see with actual stems in. The 312 is hidden nicely as well.
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Those wheels would look a lot better without the logo.
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