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boostintt · 10-05-2008, 05:41 PM

so im doing a 5 lug conv on my 98 kouki. front are easy..

now on the rear....

whats easier.

-take the rear spindle off and then replace the hubs?

or

-take the axles off, leave spindles on and replace hubs?

im sure its easier to just take off the axles, just wanna make sure this is the right way. i took a peak today and i'll b getting to it tomorrow.

LongGrain · 10-05-2008, 05:44 PM

when we did mine we disconnected the RUCA, toe rod, and axle so we could tilt the spindle enough to get an impact driver back there to get the bolts. then we used an air hammer to slowly work the hubs out.

Pank · 10-05-2008, 05:45 PM

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boostintt · 10-05-2008, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by LongGrain

when we did mine we disconnected the RUCA, toe rod, and axle so we could tilt the spindle enough to get an impact driver back there to get the bolts. then we used an air hammer to slowly work the hubs out.

thanks

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Originally Posted by Pank

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THEMkris · 10-05-2008, 11:53 PM

do you really need an impact gun to do the job? i mean a breaker bar is sufficient enough.

boostintt · 10-06-2008, 09:52 PM

what other front hubs will work on my 98 kouki?

blackrms13 · 10-06-2008, 10:26 PM

any s14 SE hub should work

boostintt · 10-07-2008, 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by blackrms13

any s14 SE hub should work

how about from any other car model?? any of the infinitis? any other nissan?

blackrms13 · 10-07-2008, 11:39 AM

rear Z32 NA hubs

timlush · 10-07-2008, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by blackrms13

rear Z32 NA hubs

What are you talking about? Rear hubs will not work on the front of his S14. The only ones that will work are S14 hubs or aftermarket conversion hubs. That's it.

blackrms13 · 10-07-2008, 02:14 PM

oh i was saying rear z32 na hubs work on the rear

front just get oem s14 hubs

boostintt · 10-15-2008, 03:16 PM

will oem 5lug rear s14 rotors work with the rear 300zx hubs?

projectRDM · 10-15-2008, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by boostintt

will oem 5lug rear s14 rotors work with the rear 300zx hubs?

If the hubs are the same (which they are, you know that from this thread), how would the rotors not work?

Think about it.

Touge180sx · 10-19-2008, 12:58 AM

If you need S14 front 5 lug hubs/spindle let me know I just got a set!

mikeyyy · 10-20-2008, 11:04 PM

will the front hubs from a z32 bolt right onto a s14 with no problem? Also, does it matter if the z32 is a turbo or not for the front?

THEMkris · 10-20-2008, 11:12 PM

no. only s14 fronts or aftermarket hubs only work for the front

apex · 10-21-2008, 04:33 AM

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Originally Posted by THEMkris

do you really need an impact gun to do the job? i mean a breaker bar is sufficient enough.

dont forget the PB blaster

mikeyyy · 10-21-2008, 10:42 AM

anybody have any good reviews on aftermarket hubs they have used for the conversion? i have done some research and havent been able to find anything that i think is reputable. Also, when converting from 4-5lug, are the calipers interchangeable? i know you'll have to change out the rotors for sure, but ive heard of people using the same calipers. Just want to confirm since i myself am going 5-lug next week.

apex · 10-21-2008, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by mikeyyy

anybody have any good reviews on aftermarket hubs they have used for the conversion? i have done some research and havent been able to find anything that i think is reputable. Also, when converting from 4-5lug, are the calipers interchangeable? i know you'll have to change out the rotors for sure, but ive heard of people using the same calipers. Just want to confirm since i myself am going 5-lug next week.

s13
Ichiba bearings go out i had mine for 9 months now and need new bearings already
but can get new ones for 60bux

yea u can use same calipers u can use the same rotors to if u redrill them to
5lug if its s13 just but se s14 rotors same size if u dont redrill ur old ones

***FaLKoN240*** · 10-21-2008, 11:38 PM

The easiest way to do it is

Take off wheels

Disconnect brakes (Use transmission if you need to stop the rotating assembly)

Rotate axles to get to the 4 bolts in the spindle that hold the hub in place

Get all four bolts out

Hit hub on top and bottom with a BFH til the hub is loose

Replace old 4 lug hub with 5 lug hub

Reinstall in reverse order.

I've done it so many times I can do the rears by myself in like 20 minutes.

Baron Fel · 10-29-2008, 01:21 PM

anyone know the torque spec for the nut that attaches the hub to the spindle for the front?

timlush · 10-29-2008, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by mikeyyy

will the front hubs from a z32 bolt right onto a s14 with no problem? Also, does it matter if the z32 is a turbo or not for the front?

Did you not read what I posted already in this thread?

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Originally Posted by timlush

The only ones that will work are S14 hubs or aftermarket conversion hubs. That's it.

10-05-2008, 05:41 PM	#1
boostintt Leaky Injector Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Orlando, FL Age: 41 Posts: 87 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	5 lug conversion ?'s so im doing a 5 lug conv on my 98 kouki. front are easy.. now on the rear.... whats easier. -take the rear spindle off and then replace the hubs? or -take the axles off, leave spindles on and replace hubs? im sure its easier to just take off the axles, just wanna make sure this is the right way. i took a peak today and i'll b getting to it tomorrow.

10-05-2008, 05:45 PM	#3
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THEMkris Zilvia Addict Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: SOCAL Age: 40 Posts: 612 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	do you really need an impact gun to do the job? i mean a breaker bar is sufficient enough. __________________ THE HAPPY E-BRAKE MONKEYS!

10-20-2008, 11:04 PM	#15
mikeyyy Zilvia Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: houston, tx Posts: 175 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	will the front hubs from a z32 bolt right onto a s14 with no problem? Also, does it matter if the z32 is a turbo or not for the front? __________________ www.maydaygarage.com Follow me! @Maydaymikey

10-20-2008, 11:12 PM	#16
THEMkris Zilvia Addict Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: SOCAL Age: 40 Posts: 612 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	no. only s14 fronts or aftermarket hubs only work for the front __________________ THE HAPPY E-BRAKE MONKEYS!

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LongGrain Post Whore! Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Midwest Posts: 2,741 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	when we did mine we disconnected the RUCA, toe rod, and axle so we could tilt the spindle enough to get an impact driver back there to get the bolts. then we used an air hammer to slowly work the hubs out.

10-06-2008, 09:52 PM	#6
boostintt Leaky Injector Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Orlando, FL Age: 41 Posts: 87 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	what other front hubs will work on my 98 kouki?

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blackrms13 Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: 626 Posts: 2,591 Trader Rating: (21) Feedback Score: 21 reviews	any s14 SE hub should work

10-07-2008, 11:39 AM	#9
blackrms13 Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: 626 Posts: 2,591 Trader Rating: (21) Feedback Score: 21 reviews	rear Z32 NA hubs

10-07-2008, 02:14 PM	#11
blackrms13 Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: 626 Posts: 2,591 Trader Rating: (21) Feedback Score: 21 reviews	oh i was saying rear z32 na hubs work on the rear front just get oem s14 hubs

10-15-2008, 03:16 PM	#12
boostintt Leaky Injector Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Orlando, FL Age: 41 Posts: 87 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	will oem 5lug rear s14 rotors work with the rear 300zx hubs?

10-19-2008, 12:58 AM	#14
Touge180sx Leaky Injector Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Washington Age: 37 Posts: 139 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	If you need S14 front 5 lug hubs/spindle let me know I just got a set!

10-21-2008, 10:42 AM	#18
mikeyyy Zilvia Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: houston, tx Posts: 175 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	anybody have any good reviews on aftermarket hubs they have used for the conversion? i have done some research and havent been able to find anything that i think is reputable. Also, when converting from 4-5lug, are the calipers interchangeable? i know you'll have to change out the rotors for sure, but ive heard of people using the same calipers. Just want to confirm since i myself am going 5-lug next week. __________________ www.maydaygarage.com Follow me! @Maydaymikey

10-21-2008, 11:38 PM	#20
*FaLKoN240* Super Moderator Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: SoCal Temecula Posts: 16,885 Trader Rating: (73) Feedback Score: 73 reviews	The easiest way to do it is Take off wheels Disconnect brakes (Use transmission if you need to stop the rotating assembly) Rotate axles to get to the 4 bolts in the spindle that hold the hub in place Get all four bolts out Hit hub on top and bottom with a BFH til the hub is loose Replace old 4 lug hub with 5 lug hub Reinstall in reverse order. I've done it so many times I can do the rears by myself in like 20 minutes. __________________ Best way to do business with me? Make your best offer FIRST.

10-29-2008, 01:21 PM	#21
Baron Fel Leaky Injector Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Mesa, Arizona Posts: 148 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	anyone know the torque spec for the nut that attaches the hub to the spindle for the front? __________________ -Chris now accepting funds for the LS1 swap!