I thought I saw the Warn Premium Manual Hubs for the Explorer a while back. Now every store I go to (online) show the standard hub as the only application for the 90-94 explorer. Does anyone know if the Premium Hubs were ever offered, and if they were where I might pick up a set.

Thanks,

Dave

what is the difference between standard and premium?

Originally posted by leenjen
what is the difference between standard and premium?

besides the application difference for the hubs, the standard are black and silver and the premium are silver and gold.

-ken :us:

It is my understanding that the premium hubs are tougher and stronger. If anyone knows of an application for the Ex, let me know.

Dave

There is no such thing as a Premium hub for a Ranger/Explorer/Bronco II like you see for other applications.

You have your basic "Top Hat" hub and that's it.

The Premium is for D44s, D60s, etc where the lockout is seperate from the hub. This is by design and cannot be (unless a new design is made) changed to work on a "Top Hat" type setup.

However, the hub conversion for Jeep D30s supposedly uses stronger parts and the spindle nuts won't back off and will work on the D35's of 90-97 Rangers and 91-94 Explorers.

Right from the horses mouth...Not that it matters cause they aren't applicable.

" A testament to the dominance of Warn Premium Manual hubs can be seen everyday in pages of leading off-road publications. In photo after photo, feature after feature, close inspection reveals an overwhelming prevalence of distinctive brass dials and all metal bodies bearing the Warn name. But it's more than a symbol of status or a demonstration of the vehicle owner's off-road prowess. Warn all metal Premium Hubs exhibit a long list of technical advantages no other hub can match. The external hub body is constructed of the practically indestructible ZA27 super alloy. Both utilize all metal components. Inside the cap assembly, wave spring technology is used to enhance reliability. Longer clutch-ring spline teeth and body spline area result in better load handling. Warn Premium Manual hubs feature a larger body wall thickness to optimize clutch-ring strength. Rapid positive engagement prevents ratcheting, dual dial seals lock out contaminants, and a corrosion resistant, chrome-plated finish substantiates our goal of never-ending performance. Warn hubs install in under one hour per set and are guaranteed. They're the best selling hubs in the world and the only hub made right here in the U.S.A.
NOTE: When Replacing Factory AUTO Hubs You Will Need The Spindle Nut Conversion Kit. "
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