hankster
11-10-2005, 01:00 PM
Note: This review was written a number of years ago but it may still be interesting to some.
The Mission: Maximum abuse of Stormer’s Composite Beadlock Rims The Event: R/C Monster Jam II
The Place: The grand opening of R/C Ave. II in Bradenville, PA
The Tires: Panther Plow Boy II
The Class: Modified E-maxx
I had a unique opportunity to test out the new Stormer Composite Beadlock rims on my modified E-maxx at the R/C Monster Jam II in Bradenville, PA. The R/C Monster Jams are two day races for all classes of monster trucks. The first day includes 3 qualifying rounds and the second day includes one qualifier and a main event. This was the second annual event hosted by R/C Avenue II Raceway. I had planned on this trip for a year since the original Jam held last year at the old facility in Latrobe, PA. I had driven all the way from Mississippi to attend this event, and it was well worth the trip!
This event marked the inaugural run of the new outdoor offroad track. I was able to test the Beadlocks in a very competitive race setting. As shown in the pictures, my E-maxx had broken many parts jumping off the table top and jumps, yet the Beadlocks didn’t even as much as flex or crack.
I had obtained 2 sets of beadlocks, a set of 5 hole black rims and a set of solid blue rims. Even though Stormer recommends the solid rims for competitive racing and high abuse conditions, I really wanted to test out the durability of the rims. I decided that this was the perfect time to see just how well they could hold up by using the lighter weight 5 hole.
Mission accomplished. After breaking 2 rear toe links, a pair of rear bulkheads and a bent steel hinge-pin, the Beadlocks survived with flying colors! I got many comments from other racers on how well the tires were held in place even after everything I put them through.
At first, it seems difficult to insert the inner rings into the tire including the foam insert. Be sure to cut your foams to fit the tire. Once the edges of the foams were cut, installation of the rings was a breeze. First, insert the foam, then the rings. Next, insert the main tube, then align the holes of the faceplate with the holes in the tube. Attach the 4-40 screws and tighten.
Another plus to the rims, besides no glue needed, is that each part of the rim can be purchased separately. So, if you happen to crack the rim at the hex, you just need to purchase the face plate. In a stock rim, if you broke it at the hex, you will need to purchase a whole new rim which involves removing the tire and glue from the rim and reglueing everything.
All the pieces of the composite rims are completely compatible with the aluminum version of the Beadlocks. This means you can have a great looking set of aluminum rims without breaking the bank.
The phrase that best describes how well these rims hold in a tire is: “King Kong Kung Fu Grip” This phrase was coined all weekend about these rims. Just as advertised, the tire will tear before they will come off the rim!
In my opinion, the Stormer Maximizer Composite Beadlock Rims are hands down, one of the best rims you can buy for your Maxx.
Stormer Maximizer Composite Beadlock Rims are available in black, blue, purple and red with solid, 6 hole and 5 spoke designs.
Jason Jordan
The Mission: Maximum abuse of Stormer’s Composite Beadlock Rims The Event: R/C Monster Jam II
The Place: The grand opening of R/C Ave. II in Bradenville, PA
The Tires: Panther Plow Boy II
The Class: Modified E-maxx
I had a unique opportunity to test out the new Stormer Composite Beadlock rims on my modified E-maxx at the R/C Monster Jam II in Bradenville, PA. The R/C Monster Jams are two day races for all classes of monster trucks. The first day includes 3 qualifying rounds and the second day includes one qualifier and a main event. This was the second annual event hosted by R/C Avenue II Raceway. I had planned on this trip for a year since the original Jam held last year at the old facility in Latrobe, PA. I had driven all the way from Mississippi to attend this event, and it was well worth the trip!
This event marked the inaugural run of the new outdoor offroad track. I was able to test the Beadlocks in a very competitive race setting. As shown in the pictures, my E-maxx had broken many parts jumping off the table top and jumps, yet the Beadlocks didn’t even as much as flex or crack.
I had obtained 2 sets of beadlocks, a set of 5 hole black rims and a set of solid blue rims. Even though Stormer recommends the solid rims for competitive racing and high abuse conditions, I really wanted to test out the durability of the rims. I decided that this was the perfect time to see just how well they could hold up by using the lighter weight 5 hole.
Mission accomplished. After breaking 2 rear toe links, a pair of rear bulkheads and a bent steel hinge-pin, the Beadlocks survived with flying colors! I got many comments from other racers on how well the tires were held in place even after everything I put them through.
At first, it seems difficult to insert the inner rings into the tire including the foam insert. Be sure to cut your foams to fit the tire. Once the edges of the foams were cut, installation of the rings was a breeze. First, insert the foam, then the rings. Next, insert the main tube, then align the holes of the faceplate with the holes in the tube. Attach the 4-40 screws and tighten.
Another plus to the rims, besides no glue needed, is that each part of the rim can be purchased separately. So, if you happen to crack the rim at the hex, you just need to purchase the face plate. In a stock rim, if you broke it at the hex, you will need to purchase a whole new rim which involves removing the tire and glue from the rim and reglueing everything.
All the pieces of the composite rims are completely compatible with the aluminum version of the Beadlocks. This means you can have a great looking set of aluminum rims without breaking the bank.
The phrase that best describes how well these rims hold in a tire is: “King Kong Kung Fu Grip” This phrase was coined all weekend about these rims. Just as advertised, the tire will tear before they will come off the rim!
In my opinion, the Stormer Maximizer Composite Beadlock Rims are hands down, one of the best rims you can buy for your Maxx.
Stormer Maximizer Composite Beadlock Rims are available in black, blue, purple and red with solid, 6 hole and 5 spoke designs.
Jason Jordan