Ford Bronco Dana 44 Warn Premium Locking Hubs Upgrade | 1980-1996 Bronco F150 | Bronco Restoration

Hello,
This video shows how to upgrade your manual locking hubs on your 4 wheel drive truck. The truck in this video is a 1990 Ford Bronco with the Dana 44 front axle being upgraded to the Warn Premium Locking hubs. I personally like the way these hubs look and feel and recommend this simple upgrade.
All Dana 44 axels hubs are the same and you can use this video for reference as the Dana 44 Axel is use by multiple auto manufactures (GM, Ford, Jeep, ect..)
This process is similar to the Dana 35, 50, and 60.
Links:
Warn Premium Locking Hubs: amzn.to/3MVVz59
Warn Standard Locking Hubs: amzn.to/3skEbPD
Snap Ring Pliers: amzn.to/3Fr4Orn
Allen Wrench Set: amzn.to/3kUea5v
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Truck Specs:
1990 Ford Bronco
Eddie Bauer Trim package
Black with Tan exterior
Saddle color interior
5.8L 351 Windsor engine
E4OD 4 Speed overdrive Transmission
Manual on the Fly 4x4
3.55 Dana 44 Front Axle w/Manual hubs
3.55 Ford 8.8 Read end
15" Alcoa Aluminum wheels
31" BFG All terrain tires
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[@TheFixTech]

This is a simple and fun upgrade that makes the truck look nice. I found the ford sticker by the way....

[@faronf2006]

Did you find NOS FORD hub stickers or reproductions ?

[@jgarcia1925]

Where do you find the sticker? I would also love to know :)

[@ArnCital]

Thank you for the short and concise video. My used 1985 Ford F-250 has a Dana 60 front axle with Warn 9790 Standard Hub. I am in the process of all installing allnew parts.The driver's side 9790 locking hub was bad as the splined section was wore out. A little research showed the Warn Premium 20990 locking hubs were a major upgrade. To me a side by side comparison showed me that the Premium ones were stronger and thereby more reliable. BTW, Warn instructions need a magnifying glass to read and I could not find it online to magnify it; it also is next to useless in installation information. Inner drive axle is threaded for a bolt to use to pull it out for snap ring installation or removal. Strength is important as the 460 is putting 250 hp to the rear wheels with 350 #ft tq; the truck is true HD at 8600 # GVW.

[@TheFixTech]

The warn premiums are a great choice, just be sure to test yours out of the box (before installing) I’ve had a few sets and 1 set was defective; had to return for exchange. To test turn the hub from free to lock, it should click into lock and not rotate any further. A defective one will rotate past the “lock” and keep turning which will in effect disengage itself and if installed will no longer unlock.

[@ArnCital]

@@TheFixTech One installed and worked OK. Thank you for the head's up.

[@hauseradventures5278]

Awesome video man!

[@RoseBaby]

Excellent video! Very helpful👋🏻

[@TheFixTech]

Your welcome, are your going to try this on your truck?

[@haileybut]

Is this the same process for replacing auto locking hubs?

[@TheFixTech]

The auto hubs are a little different, I have a video of that.

[@rentcda]

Your video are so good and helpful! I always look forward to them!

[@gerardohuerta8303]

Thanks. Continue to make videos. Very helpful 👌

[@garywing4964]

I have a 1992 Ford F150 that has the auto locking hubs. I need to replace both sides, but I want to make sure what Manual Hubs and parts I would need to order. Can you tell me which ones you would use and what if any other parts I may need? Thanks in advance. Gary

[@TheFixTech]

I choose the Warn premium hubs part number Warn 20990, I do not recommend these hubs. They have come down in quality and am not satisfied with their function. The Warn standard locking hubs actually preform better, Warn 9790. They both have a lifetime warranty but the 9790 locks and functions better. If switching from auto to manual hubs you will need the spindle nut kit, Warn 32720.

[@garywing4964]

@@TheFixTech Do I also need to change anything else like the spindle to get these Warn Hubs to fit correctly? Thanks again ! Gary

[@psalms83]

​@TheFixTech would those part numbers be the same for a 91' bronco?

[@treeoflifebyjwp]

Fantastic video - as always. But why the Warn hubs. ?? It seems to be a religion whether Warn vs Mile Marker.

[@TheFixTech]

I like them both, my preference is the standard Warn hubs (non premiums) as they were the factory equipment used by ford in the 80’s early 90’s and are considered direct replacements. I only used the premiums for the color but do not like their function (full turn needed for locking). Warn hubs used to be made in USA and I still have a set from then, plus parts are plentiful.

[@Cmoth040]

Question: 1993 Ford Bronco XLT. My hub on one side is loose (I can jiggle it a bit with my hand) and is leaking grease (spatter on the rim). The allen nuts on the cap are tight. Any ideas?

[@TheFixTech]

The Allen screws may be too long, remove the cap, there should be an oring on the internal lip of the cap. Odds are the screws are too long and are bottoming out without effectively tightening the cap.

[@Fc-hf1to]

Did you ever find the fix ? I got the same problem

[@Cmoth040]

@@Fc-hf1to Sure did. Worn out or, in my case, missing o-rings. There's a large, 3 inch diameter o-ring/gasket that just behind the hub cover. It retains the oil/grease in the assembly as well as provide tension in the hub cap. I bought a Warn manual hub service kit, it comes with two rings, one for each wheel assembly. Super cheap and easy fix.

[@Cmoth040]

@@TheFixTech Turns out my o-rings were missing. I bought a service kit that came with new rings and a full set of replacement screws for each hub.

[@Fc-hf1to]

What kit did you buy? Can u put the link or something. I’m pretty sure I got the same thing going on .

[@brianbirc]

How far in from the outside flat of the axle is the groove for the snap ring to jold the hub un plsce?

[@TheFixTech]

About 3/8 inch, if your hub seal was leaking and water got into the hub (rusted/seized) you may have to spray a penetrating oil (like WD40) and let sit. Also you can tap on the hub itself it will move a little in/out to free up against the snap ring.

[@robertbundy1297]

What size tires do you have on your Bronco?

[@TheFixTech]

31 x 10.5 x 15 which is also 265 75 15

[@legacystudioskelowna6335]

This is awesome but im having trouble installing the inner snap ring, I cant pull it out far enough to install it.

[@TheFixTech]

The axle does tend to push itself inward. I’m this case look behind the spindle/hub assembly and find the axle shaft, you can grab the axle and push it outward.

[@moparmagnum928]

Thanks great video is this the warn kit 20990? i have a bronco 1993 and also was looking at these locking hubs .

[@TheFixTech]

Yes, these are the 20990, if your bronco has auto hubs you will need a conversion kit as well.

[@omarsantos4071]

My Warn premium hubs are 7 yrs old. They go from free to lock position on their own when I'm driving. Any ideas what's going on? Thx

[@TheFixTech]

Make sure your front axle/diff is not engaged/locked. If the axles are spinning even if the warn hubs are locked, they may slowly turn the hub into the locked position. If not, removed the hubs and clean out all the grease, there should be minimal, bare minimal surface grease on the entire hub internals. Clean everything and check for operation and reinstall.

[@omarsantos4071]

@@TheFixTech Thank you 🙏 I will try that.

[@omarsantos4071]

Removed my warn hubs and I noticed alot of metal shavings. So I ordered new hubs. Hope the new hubs will fix the problem. Thank you

[@shawnhankey9021]

Is this a direct replacement for a "tophat" or Ford "flange style" ? I have a 1988 F150 4X4.

[@TheFixTech]

Unfortunately these will not fit the top hat style. You can convert to this style, but will need new rotors, hubs, and spindles.

[@shawnhankey9021]

@@TheFixTech Thanks ! Just bought a used axle, same ratio, same year, with the new hub style. Your videos are very helpful for these old trucks ! Thanks again and keep the videos coming !!

[@shawnhankey9021]

Thanks for the reply, just the spindles, not the axle ? Will the donor spindles fit the old axle also ?

[@sousiemuhrez477]

👍

[@TheFixTech]

Thanks Sousie!