The new hubs have been rated for 25,000# axle gross vehicle weight (GVW) and weigh one to three pounds less. The new hub for "TN" axles weighs 31 pounds with studs and bearing cups, while the "TP" ...
Wheel hubs play a critical role in the wheel system of any vehicle as they keep the wheels connected to the car and ensure their smooth rotation. High-quality wheel hubs can dramatically enhance your ...
It used to be that "locking the hubs" was a fundamental first step when heading off-highway. Over the years though, OE manufacturers defected from the lockout hub. Most four-wheel-drive vehicles built ...
Last month we showed you the basic steps to repack front wheel bearings in all their greasy glory, but not every 4x4 has rebuildable front bearings. The nonserviceable front hubs are commonly referred ...
Ford has applied for a patent on a solid-axle and hub-motor combination for EVs remarkably similar to what the automaker dismissed as nonviable for its F-150 Lightning pickup truck. As detailed in the ...
Ford has filed a patent application for solid axles with integrated hub motors, hinting at a very different kind of EV powertrain from the Blue Oval. Instead of allowing wheels to move up and down ...
The causes of wheel separation are well known. They include bearing failures; loose, broken, or missing wheel fasteners; damaged wheels, and to a lesser degree, failures of certain axle and suspension ...
A problem with rear axle hub bolts snapping is causing 103k 2023-2025 Ford F-150 trucks recalled to fix the issue before crashes could occur. According to a NHTSA.gov filing, Ford Motor Company is ...
Wear and warping on brake pads and brake rotors are also causes of steering wheel shake during braking. If you notice ...
Visionary films set in the technologically advanced future have long imagined cars that ride around on frictionless orbs similar to Star Wars’ BB-8. We aren’t there yet, as cars still use wheels and ...