Forgot about this thread. I've been running the B.A.D. Wheels beadlocks for a while now, so here's my quick review:
The Good:
Very hefty wheel. I'd be really impressed if someone manages to break one.
Internal bead assist devices work very well.
Integrated deflators work quickly.
Extremely low maintenance without dozens of external bolts to check.
10" wide wheel with 3.5" backspacing gives plenty of room to run 13.5" wide tires.
Balanced very easily with beads and great ride.
Look great and the sacrificial rock rings can be anodized or powder coated in your choice of colors.
Manufacturer was responsive and easy to work with.
The Bad:
Very hefty wheel. Weighs about 50 pounds with the sacrificial rock rings.
Internal bead assist devices are difficult to install with stiff sidewalls on new heavy duty tires.
Integrated deflators will allow a jerk to give you 4 flat tires in a couple minutes.
10" wide and 3.5" backspacing gives you a bad scrub radius and extra wear and tear on ball joints, hub unit bearings, etc.
Couldn't be balanced on machine because they wouldn't fit so we threw in some beads.
Sacrificial rock rings are an extra cost.
Took a little while for assembly, powder coating, and shipping.
Overall:
I really like them. They look and perform great. For me, the pros definitely outweigh the cons.