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We trimmed some down to use with XZL tires. They were rubber, about 5/8" to 3/4" thick. We trimmed them in a mill with a slitting saw. We used part of the rim to make a jig, tilted the mill head to match the original angle, and rotated the insert about the slitting saw.

I suppose the plastic is lighter than the rubber, and easier to cut to width. I also suppose off roaders like to run lower pressures for greater traction and hitting a rock or something might break the bead without the beadlocks in place. Most "off road" style vehicles never go off road, though...

I remember them being tough to get out. I trimmed 4 of the donuts for use on narrower wheels.

Yes Derf = derF.

Bold, too.

Yes, "dref" recommends making sure a rim will fit before purchasing it and mounting a tire on it.

I'd keep the beadlock inserts on the proper rims. They are part of a system that you probably want to keep whole. If you want lighter wheels get some GM Aluminum takeoffs and put trailer tires on them. Truck nuts are constantly "upgrading" their light factory Aluminum wheels for gaudy wheels...