Wouldn't installing locking hubs require a new axle and possibly hub
assembly?
Shawn wrote:
>
> I was wondering if anyone was using locking hubs on the front axle of
> their Dak? I have been considering them but I think there would be some
> gains and disadvantages to them. Gas mileage, front end 4X4 components
> would be saved constant wear and tire wear reduced. The disadvantages
> that I could think of is that I do not think it good to leave CV joints
> to sit for long periods of time, freezing unlocked in the winter,
> getting out in a mud hole to lock ( done this, not my driving or my
> truck, but was picking my non functioning motorbike from the trail after
> a long walk), not being instantly ready to check out a new trail and I
> do not think the hubs will fit with my stock rims. Thanks for any info.
>
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> Shawn Englehart
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