please help w/quick hub question
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please help w/quick hub question
I have an '87 bronco w/the 5 bolt auto lock hubs. I want to convert them to manual locks (warn) and am a bit confused. I went to NAPA to get the hubs and they said that I also need a conversion kit. I inquired as to why I need it and they didn't really know. I personally don't know jack about how auto locks work but I do need to know: Do I need a conversion kit w/5 bolt auto locks or can I just switch the hubs? Thanx
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Since I seem to be getting conflicting information I guess I will go with the majority and what I found searching on this topic, which is 5 bolt auto locks can be directly replaced with manual hubs w/no conversion "kit". If its wrong, I guess I will find out when they are apart. Thanx for the replies.
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with 5 bolt hub caps you do not need the conversion kit. i changed mine to warn standards in about 30 minutes a side. they only cost 70.00 dollars but i would use the premiums if i were to do it again. they have brass twist ***** instead of the plastic ones.
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Gene, I to have this problem with the inner c-clip. How did you manage to get it on and what is the tool for making this easier?
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View User's Gallery That inner C-clip is a bitch. I used 2 screwdrivers. They have a tool for that. All in All it's an easy swap.
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View User's Gallery That inner C-clip is a bitch. I used 2 screwdrivers. They have a tool for that. All in All it's an easy swap.
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use dental pick type tools avail at wally mart, etc...or try the small flat bladed screwdrivers top get it off and install.
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Last edited by AlM; Sep 22, 2003 at 01:44 PM.