Stock auto hubs to manual (Warn) hub conversion.

[loudpyps]

im sure the question has been asked before, but i have a 94 xlt that runs like a champion but..... i keep stripping out the stock hubs, im only running 31's on it now so it seems to me that the stock hubs are just too lightly built for the off-roading i do, that said, i dont feel that i do enough serious off-roading to warrant swapping in a solid axle, is there anything i can do to beef these stock hubs like some kind of aftermarket replacement? HEEELLPPP THE MUDDY SEASON IS COMING!!

 

[Gadget X]

Warn makes a kit that converts your auto hubs to a much stronger manual locking hub. Costs about the same as replacing the auto hubs, too!

 

[loudpyps]

just ordered the kit off ebay brand new should be here this week thanks!

 

[Gadget X]

congrats! and have fun wheelin', just don't forget to lock the hubs before you get in the mud! LOL!

 

[gmanpaint]

Dont forget the kit for converting to manual!

 

[BrooklynBay]

Welcome to this forum! I've renamed your thread, and moved it into the modified 91-94 section.

 

[Foxracin]

Yea, make sure they came with the nuts to convert it to the manual hubs. If they didnt PM me I have a extra set I can hook you up with.

 

[loudpyps]

This kit contains a pair of locking hub assemblies, spindle nut conversion kit and instructions to replace automatic hubs with manual hubs

 

[Foxracin]

Cool deal. Thats all you will need then.

 

[loudpyps]

another quick question ha ha im thinkin about buying a richmond spool for the rear, is there any other tidbits i need to know about? also is my 8.8 a 31 or 28 spline? i really appreciate all of your input

 

[4x4junkie]

31 spline.

If you want a spool, weld it.
The only 8.8" spool available is a mini-spool (made of multiple pieces) and are known to break (or break the stock carrier). Properly welding it actually strengthens the carrier. Just be sure to leave the cross shaft free so you can take the axle c-clips out.

 

[loudpyps]

:/ im pretty new to the differential world, i've thought about welding it, and ive seen what welded rear end looks like but im entirely sure about the rest, should i get new axle shafts if i weld it?

 

[4x4junkie]

No, your axles are fine.

Here's a pic showing how you'd weld your diff (7.5" > 8.8", same thing here). Note how everything is welded completely solid except for the axle ends, c-clips and the cross shaft.

I assume this thing will primarily be an offroad toy? You don't really want a solid diff on the street.

 

[loudpyps]

well yea primarily offroad, but still will be drivin around a little and also to location since i dont have a row rig, still tryin to decide if i should save and just get a locker since it will be drivin on the street, they are just so damn expensive

 

[4x4junkie]

Get yourself an Aussie Locker. They aren't expensive at all when it comes to lockers. The savings in tire wear alone will offset much of the locker's cost.

 

[loudpyps]

ok now i have a problem with the warn hubs, i took all the stock crap off but kept the splined washer and retainer clip and put the first spindle nut on, then the lock washer then the second spindle nut, the put the splined washer and retainer clip back on and then put the hubs on, locked them and put it in 4wd and it worked just fine in my driveway, then i head out to do a little four wheelin and shootin today and every time i put some kind of a load on it it sounds like its spittin the axle out of the up or something because it just starts spinned the axle but not the wheel and that mild grinding noise that gives me chills starts..... so.... did i install the **** wrong or do i need to contact warn about whats goin on? i could probably take pics and post them if anyone doesnt understand HELP! thanks

 

[Foxracin]

It all really only goes together one way so you probably have it together right. Something else has to be wrong.

 

[Tbars4]

...I would venture to say that if you pull the tire and hub off, you will probably find the nuts loose or slop in the bearings, as you may not have tightened your parts up correctly..

...The info in this thread may be helpful..
http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=199915

 

[loudpyps]

i pulled it off on one side cuz the other was working, the nuts were tight but i guess maybe i should pull them off again and make sure the bearing is seated all the way? we'll see

 

[Tbars4]

...Since you are using brand new hubs, the only time I have seen what you described happen was, when the bearings weren't seated properly...

...Other than that, I'm with Foxracin...Let us know what you find..