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2.5 Locking hubs group buy
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So who is going to do a step by step installation thread with plenty of pictures?
Or is it as easy as unbolt, bolt back on?
Do they need axle shafts with splines at both ends?
Guess it is time to go look up some locker threads.
Or is it as easy as unbolt, bolt back on?
Do they need axle shafts with splines at both ends?
Guess it is time to go look up some locker threads.
kearns
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I just got done replacing all the seals and gaskets/fluids /grease on the front axle.
The hubs include basic directions, but really it's just as simple as un-bolt the old ones and bolt the new ones on.
kearns
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Here they are
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Yes, they do require axles with splines on both ends. So if you intend to put them on a rear axle (the stock rear axles are part of the hubs, unlike the front), you'll need to contact Overson's and buy a double spline axle shaft. ~$260 each last time I looked.
If you are putting them on the front, yes, you'll unbolt the front hubs and bolt these ones in place. I'd recommend still seeing the TM for the procedure and proper torque of the 8 hub bolts. Also you can search here and reference the famous "stepXstep" thread for servicing the front axle and boots.
Edit: here's that thread
http://www.steelsoldiers.com/showthread.php?8460-Front-axle-seals-and-boots-stepXstep
There will be a gasket but I'm still going to run a bead of RTV silicon. That's also how mine came from the military (gasket with RTV on it).
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I think everyone, once you receive your hubs, should leave a positive feedback for patracy for making this deal possible and honorably handling the funds.
Update:
I also think positive feedback should be left for ccequipment for going to the lengths they have for this deal.
Update:
I also think positive feedback should be left for ccequipment for going to the lengths they have for this deal.
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kearns
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Step 1: remove old hub. 3/4" socket
Step 2: clean mating surface
Step 3: Put in 4x2 setting, remove top cap from hub
Step 4:
Bolt on hub using old bolts/lock washers. Kit includes a gasket, so I did not feel the need for RTV sealant, but that's up to you.
Torque bolts to 85-95 ft lbs. (according to TM 9-2320-209-20-3-2 pg 14-54)
I contacted C&C about greasing the new hubs, here is their response:
"We do use a little grease when we install them. I know AVM says not to but we always do"
Step 5
Install Cap with included gasket.
The screws are very small, and feel like they'd be easy to cross-thread. so be careful, and get all of them started before tightening so there is wiggle room.
The instructions call for a T15 torx bit, but my kit had allen bolts. The torx15 fits ok, but I used a 9/64 allen wrench
Torque to 26-35 in lb.
Rinse lather repeat for the other side.
Step 2: clean mating surface
Step 3: Put in 4x2 setting, remove top cap from hub
Step 4:
Bolt on hub using old bolts/lock washers. Kit includes a gasket, so I did not feel the need for RTV sealant, but that's up to you.
Torque bolts to 85-95 ft lbs. (according to TM 9-2320-209-20-3-2 pg 14-54)
I contacted C&C about greasing the new hubs, here is their response:
"We do use a little grease when we install them. I know AVM says not to but we always do"
Step 5
Install Cap with included gasket.
The screws are very small, and feel like they'd be easy to cross-thread. so be careful, and get all of them started before tightening so there is wiggle room.
The instructions call for a T15 torx bit, but my kit had allen bolts. The torx15 fits ok, but I used a 9/64 allen wrench
Torque to 26-35 in lb.
Rinse lather repeat for the other side.
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I might have to paint my rims brushed aluminum now, in order to match the lock outs. Although your black rim with aluminum hi-lites is nice also. Thanx for the front end version of the step Xstep.
I will have to wait until noon for the mail to be delivered, and even then it is not a sure thing .
Better find something else MV related to do with the morning.
I will have to wait until noon for the mail to be delivered, and even then it is not a sure thing .
Better find something else MV related to do with the morning.
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munnyhendershot
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Received mine in the mail yesterday, put them on this afternoon, and went on a little drive. Install and test drive took about an hour and a half. My truck has no power steering, and they seemed to help a little at slow speeds. Thanks Patracy for putting this together!
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FloridaAKM
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Were there tracking numbers issued for these locking hubs by C&C when they shipped them? I am wondering where mine might be!
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I have no received any, but I know they have shipped the first wave, and will be shipping another wave today.
FloridaAKM
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Thanks, the plant I work @ receives USPS @ a different location than UPS & Fed Ex delivers, so I am trying to figure where it is being delivered. As of now, no delivery; but the 12 day outage is still running............
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Still waiting... Can't wait 'till Christmas morning!
phil2968
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Mine arrived Saturday. Packing could have been better but they arrived undamaged.
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Ehh I don't really need/deserve the feedback. That should go to C&C for their offering of this. I merely facilitated it. As to handling the funds. I treated it just like I do any money to the site here. I collect it, log the info, then place it in a folder in the safe and then forwarded out the money. But I understand that has to be a great deal of trust on all of your parts to allow me to do so.
Now to the hubs. There was one late addition, C&C will be contacting them if not already. The other hubs should have been shipped out yesterday as well. So more of you will start seeing them.
I've installed a pair of mine onto the cranetruck already.
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Make sure you guys check post #2 in this thread!
http://www.steelsoldiers.com/showthread.php?21495-AVM-vs-Ouverson-take-a-closer-look!
http://www.steelsoldiers.com/showthread.php?21495-AVM-vs-Ouverson-take-a-closer-look!
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I checked mine, seals were fine. (Actually the screws holding the dial on were only two of them so it was pretty easy to check) I haven't checked the other set though.
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Awesome, mine arrived today. The secretary said that the box looked destroyed & I need to come look @ it. I have a USPS box that is 75% destroyed, 1 ruined green gasket, 1 locking hub & a plastic bag with a bunch of small styrofoam peanuts in it. There is a sticker from the Postal Service that says Received Damaged, Box Open, Without Contents.
Great, now what do I do with this mess....................................I hate USPS...........
Great, now what do I do with this mess....................................I hate USPS...........