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Agent_S13 · 12-31-2012, 05:16 PM

Years ago, I converted my 4-lug S13 to 5-lug.

Probably is, I don't remember if I got the Attain hubs or the Ichiba ones (I'm thinking Attain) but they were used and now the wheel bearing is going out up front.

Based on some research, it looks like I can press out the old bearing and replace with another one.

Reference Thread # 1 - Attain Hubs:
http://zilvia.net/f/tech-talk/486873...ring-size.html

Reference Link #2 - FR Sport Hub and Bearing Options
Wheel Hub & Bearings

So no matter which model hub I have, I should be able to replace the wheel bearings on it?

Also -- would it be a 240sx wheel bearing for S13? Mechanic was thinking it might be a 300zx bearing but it looks to be a simple S13 wheel bearing option.

Thanks in advance!

-Aaron
'91 240sx coupe

TypeXFan · 01-01-2013, 10:17 AM

As far as I know, there are 2 primary options to coverting your fronts to 5 lugs. Option 1 go aftermarket hubs and re-use S13 bearings, Option 2 S14 fronts which I would assume would use S14 bearings.

Croustibat · 01-01-2013, 11:36 AM

Option 3: get them new from nissan. If you want the wheel bearings to last, that is.

Agent_S13 · 01-01-2013, 08:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TypeXFan

As far as I know, there are 2 primary options to coverting your fronts to 5 lugs. Option 1 go aftermarket hubs and re-use S13 bearings, Option 2 S14 fronts which I would assume would use S14 bearings.

Appreciate the refresher but I already have 5-lug conversion hubs on my car. I'm trying to get definitive information that I can replace the wheel bearings only?

Though it seems like you can with Ichiba Hubs and since Attain now sells their hubs without bearings, I assume I can also.

Though its been mentioned already that S14 front hubs are like "sealed" units where you cannot separate them.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Croustibat

Option 3: get them new from nissan. If you want the wheel bearings to last, that is.

Can you provide confirmation that S13 bearings will fit Attain/Ichiba hub conversions?

Keep the (relevant) information coming!

-Aaron
'91 240sx coupe

Croustibat · 01-02-2013, 03:46 AM

The hard part is removing then fitting the new bearing without damaging anything, which is why nissan sells the whole assembly. I heard so much fail about these conversion hubs that i got nissan ones.

Mind you, i have actually never SEEN one fail, as no one i know have them. But i did not want to risk it.

Agent_S13 · 01-02-2013, 10:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Croustibat

The hard part is removing then fitting the new bearing without damaging anything, which is why nissan sells the whole assembly. I heard so much fail about these conversion hubs that i got nissan ones.

Mind you, i have actually never SEEN one fail, as no one i know have them. But i did not want to risk it.

Thanks. I wouldn't mind replacing with another unit but its not like I can buy an S13 5-lug hub. Would need to replace a number of other units for an S14 hub, including pressing in my extended studs as well. Just hoping I can get away with a bearing replacement only.

I figure if people are using their S13 bearings in their Ichiba hubs w/out issue, I should be ok replacing mine instead of trying to buy a single Attain/Ichiba hub.

If anyone knows for sure if I can replace it with an S13 wheel bearing, it would make me feel better about my upcoming replacement.

Thanks!

-Aaron
'91 240sx coupe

12-31-2012, 05:16 PM	#1
Agent_S13 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 492 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	5-Lug Conversion Hubs & Wheel Bearing Replacement Years ago, I converted my 4-lug S13 to 5-lug. Probably is, I don't remember if I got the Attain hubs or the Ichiba ones (I'm thinking Attain) but they were used and now the wheel bearing is going out up front. Based on some research, it looks like I can press out the old bearing and replace with another one. Reference Thread # 1 - Attain Hubs: http://zilvia.net/f/tech-talk/486873...ring-size.html Reference Link #2 - FR Sport Hub and Bearing Options Wheel Hub & Bearings So no matter which model hub I have, I should be able to replace the wheel bearings on it? Also -- would it be a 240sx wheel bearing for S13? Mechanic was thinking it might be a 300zx bearing but it looks to be a simple S13 wheel bearing option. Thanks in advance! -Aaron '91 240sx coupe

01-01-2013, 10:17 AM	#2
TypeXFan Leaky Injector Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Fresno, CA Age: 42 Posts: 84 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	As far as I know, there are 2 primary options to coverting your fronts to 5 lugs. Option 1 go aftermarket hubs and re-use S13 bearings, Option 2 S14 fronts which I would assume would use S14 bearings.

01-01-2013, 11:36 AM	#3
Croustibat Nissanaholic! Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: France - Toulouse Age: 43 Posts: 1,851 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Option 3: get them new from nissan. If you want the wheel bearings to last, that is.

01-02-2013, 03:46 AM	#5
Croustibat Nissanaholic! Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: France - Toulouse Age: 43 Posts: 1,851 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	The hard part is removing then fitting the new bearing without damaging anything, which is why nissan sells the whole assembly. I heard so much fail about these conversion hubs that i got nissan ones. Mind you, i have actually never SEEN one fail, as no one i know have them. But i did not want to risk it.