Aluminum hubs - why do I care

[sidevalve8ba]

Originally Posted by TJ

As an alternative you can use the brakes from the 53-56 F-100 pickups. They will bolt to the 37-48 spindles and work best with the 42-48 spindles. All you need to do is make an inner bearing and seal change.

Heard - This F-100 set-up is what I have on the front of my '32 pickup and I really like it. Stops great and looks traditional.

[tubman]

Originally Posted by scrapiron

Another reason, I'm sure, from a suppliers standpoint, is that alloy is easily machined. Also no patterns and casting to bother with.

I agree with "scrapiron" on this, especially in the relatively small quantities (compared to the factories) that the aftermarket suppliers work with.

[Uncle Bob]

Originally Posted by Milt/Las Vegas

Uncle Bob you say the offset is 5/8,Im assuming the wheel is moved inward towards the center of the car.If that's true that's what I need.

Check with ECI they used to offer some, maybe others as well but they're unknown to me.