Unlockable hub howto?

[Trickpatrick]

Sorry for the stupid ???

The PO put in detroits front and rear.
And now we need to switch to unlockable hubs in the front.
Currently have a D20 so its not a fulltime issue.

I did a search but couldnt come up with a straight description on what we need. 44 axle ofcourse.

[adamsclarke]

are you talking about drive flanges? If so...just get the correct ones for your application.....but if you are going to go that route and always leave the front axle moving...then you may want to twin stick your 20 so you can unlock the front axle for tight turns.

What size tires are you running? A set of warn premium hubs will hold up pretty well if yours are shot.

[Trickpatrick]

we currently have 37 on it, but are thinking 35 would be smarter.

I know this is stupid but it has a chrome cap on the hub and I dont see how you can bolt on the warn locks?

[J10Mike]

we currently have 37 on it, but are thinking 35 would be smarter.

I know this is stupid but it has a chrome cap on the hub and I dont see how you can bolt on the warn locks?
That is a dust cap and simply prys out. The hubs are internal style. Here is an illustration of how they are assembled.
http://12.29.16.230/mmimages/jeepdocs/d44fronthub.jpg

[j20brett]

Im pretty sure the warn hubs replace the drive flange under that chrome cover. It should bolt to itself if im not mistaken. It should be a piece that threads in and bolted to it maybe?

[J10Mike]

The hubs bolt to the hub clutch gear. the hub clutch gear is secured by a large lock ring.

[Trickpatrick]

I knew it was simple but couldnt figure where it would bolt on.
So they have a kit for this right?
what would I look for.??

[j20brett]

HERE (http://bjsoffroad.com/cartgenie/prodInfo.asp?pid=703&cid=30) they are.

[Trickpatrick]

Thanks guy's:thumbsup:

[goldhammer]

Check pricing at NAPA. When we were on a tour of the Warn plant they were assembling hubs for NAPA. Of course the Warn sticker is worth a couple of extra bucks