Converting front hubs??
 

Ok well the hubs in my blazer are starting to go so i figure i will replace them and ceonvert them to manual locking hubs..now is this a big job?? Also do I buy a conversion kit or what??and where should I get this?? I did some reserearch and couldnt find alot on this...Thankz

RE: Converting front hubs??
 

There should be kits available from the major 4x4 supply companies. Just do a google. If you are really mechanical you could look at local recycle/wrecking yard to see if any older 4x4 large front axles have manual hubs and remove them and install them on your truck...but the best bet is the kits...

RE: Converting front hubs??
 

We have a number of 4X4 specialty shops around my area, so that's where I go.
It's not a big deal to change them over to manual hubs, I've changed to manual on my '85.
The hubs come packaged with an exploded view instruction page, I do one side at a time and I have a habit of laying all the parts out in the order that they come apart. ('cause I have a short memory)
I am very happy with my manual hubs. I service them once a year.

RE: Converting front hubs??
 

Wished it could get manual hubs for this IFS setup...don't trust the vacuum/cable mechanism after reading all the problems with leaks and such failing at the wrong time...could at least make the vacuum lines a little heartier or metal...

RE: Converting front hubs??
 

^ Hanr3 made a "How to" post some time ago with pics and step by step instructions on how to change your vacuum system over to a manual cable system.

RE: Converting front hubs??
 

Are thes kitsthe samefor the 1977 Blazer front hubs? Just was reading and thought I would ask? I am wanting to do the same.