Just wish they were chrome
auto locking hub question
Post Fiend
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 11,798
Likes: 14
From: Mt. Shasta California
He is always criticizing me and now you are too. You never said anything about Ross's endless rants as I listened quietly.
Post Fiend
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 11,798
Likes: 14
From: Mt. Shasta California
My first Ex hubs lasted 194k miles before having an issue with one rather then try to service it I replaced both with OEM no problems and sold ex at 228k.
My current Ex is coming up to 130k on originals with zero problems, even though I only need them when I travel up north I do engage 4x4 every few weeks to keep things moving.
I prefer the OEM system personally, I could see if your rig is not up to par ( bad vacuum lines, rust etc.) and your on a budget I understand. Do what you need to do.
My current Ex is coming up to 130k on originals with zero problems, even though I only need them when I travel up north I do engage 4x4 every few weeks to keep things moving.
I prefer the OEM system personally, I could see if your rig is not up to par ( bad vacuum lines, rust etc.) and your on a budget I understand. Do what you need to do.
Senior User
Joined: Dec 2010
Posts: 306
Likes: 2
From: Canada
I have a good stock hub collects dust and a broken one. I just don't trust them the warns I do. The more complex the more that can go wrong. Vacuum lines pump ext. Its personal choice no right or wrong
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Jul 2013
Posts: 1,336
Likes: 11
From: Danbury, CT
I researched my own statement to see if what I thought was true. It does look like Warn is the OEM manufacturer. They were selected as the Pulse Vacuum Hub Lock manufacturer for the SuperDuty in 1998 (I assume the Ex has the same hub), but they did the hubs for Ford before then as well.
Warn Industries - WARN Power Systems: A History of Innovation
And they proudly announced the improved hub locks for the 2005 SuperDuty.
https://www.warn.com/corporate/press...chnology.shtml
So, we're all Warn hubbers in our Ex's
Warn Industries - WARN Power Systems: A History of Innovation
And they proudly announced the improved hub locks for the 2005 SuperDuty.
https://www.warn.com/corporate/press...chnology.shtml
So, we're all Warn hubbers in our Ex's
Post Fiend
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 11,798
Likes: 14
From: Mt. Shasta California
I do remember something about that and I doubt if the chrome Warns have a better failure record that the stock ones even though everyone justifies getting them because they are "better made".
Super Moderator
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 29,380
Likes: 118
From: Central Coast of CA
Sorry you feel that way.
Me too.
But the Warns are a great second choice!
Stewart
Me too.
But the Warns are a great second choice!
Stewart
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026
Brett Foote
5 Best / 5 Worst Ford Truck Wheels of All Time
Joe Kucinski
Super Moderator
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 29,380
Likes: 118
From: Central Coast of CA
The Warn hubs are cheaper than OEM replacements, so it isn't because they are "better made" it's because they are cheaper and more cost effective.
Stewart
Post Fiend
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 11,798
Likes: 14
From: Mt. Shasta California
What I am saying is there are tons of cheap and good OEM's around because a LOT of people buy the Warns even though the stock ones are still good. I see it in here all the time. The ESOF goes out and then they think they are junk so they just throw money at the Warns thinking it will solve all their problems. Also; many people get the Warns because the dial sticks on the stock ones but that can easily be fixed in a couple of ways.
Super Moderator
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 29,380
Likes: 118
From: Central Coast of CA
Actually, I wish I had known about the servicing procedure you posted a few years ago, BEFORE my OEM's went bad.
The ESOF goes out and then they think they are junk so they just throw money at the Warns thinking it will solve all their problems.
Stewart
Post Fiend
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 11,798
Likes: 14
From: Mt. Shasta California
Where did I criticize you? You have many times but I'm not going to dig up all those posts. You are criticizing me right now............as usual.
Post Fiend
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 11,798
Likes: 14
From: Mt. Shasta California
It takes 2 to argue and I try to avoid it but I can't just sit back and take it. Let's move on with this thread.