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**GMCGrim** · 10-14-2015, 01:23 PM

Would you guys with that have the "Big Hub" Dana Spicer blue plastic hubs have any interest in anodized aluminum version of that hub?

These would be CNC made out of 6061 aluminum and anodized blue to match the originals. I am not sure of the cost at this time but I am just putting this out there to find out how much interest there is.

Update: I will be making another batch (about ten sets) but they won't be in my hands for three weeks.

BigRed76 · 10-14-2015, 11:27 PM

I would be in for at least one set.

**undertaker72** · 10-14-2015, 11:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GMCGrim

Would you guys with that have the "Big Hub" Dana Spicer blue plastic hubs have any interest in anodized aluminum version of that hub?

These would be CNC made out of 6061 aluminum and anodized blue to match the originals. I am not sure of the cost at this time but I am just putting this out there to find out how much interest there is.

depending on price , yes many years back there was a few venders milling them , I would be interested in a few sets , depending , are you doing these on a nc

**GMCGrim** · 10-15-2015, 07:45 AM

I am still working out all of the details but I will be moving forth with this project. I should have some pieces in hand in about a month.

I also have a source for the rubber o ring, although it is not a exact duplicate of the original but very close.

So i will be in touch soon.

enigma · 10-15-2015, 08:29 AM

I also would be interested in a set

**special-K** · 10-15-2015, 10:46 PM

I'd buy a couple or more. You can do anodized to look the same solid blue? I'm not up on it, so maybe you can. But I'm used to seeing anodizing be a transparent. I'd buy them either way.

**Dieselwrencher** · 10-15-2015, 11:17 PM

I'd be interested in 2 sets for a D60. I'd even send you an old lock out to measure and use for testing too.

**GMCGrim** · 10-16-2015, 04:48 PM

Thanks for the feedback guys. Like I said the project is moving forward.
I will certainly let you guys know when they will be ready.

In the meantime I will have to upgrade to "High Octane" to be able to sell these.

Again thanks for the positive feedback.

obijuan · 10-16-2015, 10:38 PM

a friend of mine has been working on these. i gave him a new dana 60 spicer knob to make it from. they came out excellent.

are you planning to make these with the spicer name in the knob?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/TDS-D60-Lock...gAAOSwgQ9VpTQJ

**special-K** · 10-16-2015, 11:47 PM

What's the point of custom-made knobs for standard Warns on a Dana60? Not being smart, but why not buy the premiums or other upgrade hubs and get better everything, all new? The point of these hubs here is to retain the OEM Spicers while upgrading the knobs to metal with the original look.

**jeffahart** · 10-19-2015, 11:59 AM

Print one on a 3D printer

obijuan · 10-19-2015, 12:01 PM

thats how we modeled for test fit before aluminum machine work. out of the printer they are too brittle and very poor tolerances. good for rapid prototyping.

**Dieselwrencher** · 10-19-2015, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

What's the point of expensive custom-made knobs for standard Warns on a Dana60? Not being smart, but why not buy the premiums or other upgrade hubs and get better everything, all new? The point of these hubs here is to retain the OEM Spicers while upgrading the knobs to metal with the original look.

Because I want blue knobs on mine. And paint will chip off over time.

**special-K** · 10-19-2015, 09:40 PM

Gotcha. Well, if the Warn Dana60 dials aren't planned for production you could run these:
http://www.googleadservices.com/page...Fseid%3Dsrese1

**Dieselwrencher** · 10-19-2015, 10:10 PM

Those seem to be really cheap compared to the last set of warns I purchased.

On edit.... Darn it. That part number is for a D44.

**special-K** · 10-19-2015, 11:19 PM

Oh, sorry. I googled Dana60 and that's what the result said it was. Once on the Summit site I didn't read the listing, just copied and pasted. They are good hubs and cheaper than Warns. I found them on Amazon for Dodge Dana 60 for $125. Look around, you should find them for GM

**argonaut** · 10-20-2015, 01:14 AM

I'd be in for a couple sets if they are for the "external" hub Dana 44.

y5mgisi · 10-27-2015, 08:34 PM

I can't help but imagine these selling like hot cakes! I have had the idea forever but never went anywhere with it. I want to see it happen real bad!

**CUSTOM/10** · 10-29-2015, 11:19 AM

What about 1/2 ton blue spicer knobs ? I would think there would be some interest in those also !

Gary

**GMCGrim** · 10-29-2015, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by CUSTOM/10

What about 1/2 ton blue spicer knobs ? I would think there would be some interest in those also !

Gary

Well, for now my focus will the 3/4 ton Spicer and depending on how that goes the 1/2 ton one might come later.

**argonaut** · 10-30-2015, 11:19 AM

Sweetness. I'm in for two pair. When do you think they'll be ready?

**GMCGrim** · 10-30-2015, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by argonaut

Sweetness. I'm in for two pair. When do you think they'll be ready?

They are being manufactured right now and I should know more in week or so.
I would like to have them in my hands by the end of Nov. I will keep you posted.

ajviper · 10-30-2015, 07:58 PM

I would be interested if you do the 1/2 tons.

**Cali72K20** · 11-16-2015, 03:44 PM

I would be very interested in a set, thank you!

**Cali72K20** · 11-16-2015, 03:50 PM

Here is a good little history on the GM hubs, these are almost impossible to find, been looking since I got my truck, and tow hooks...

http://wegotmud.com/forum/index.php?topic=62723.0

10-14-2015, 01:23 PM	#1
GMCGrim Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Spokane Wa Posts: 207	Interest in aluminum hub knobs? Would you guys with that have the "Big Hub" Dana Spicer blue plastic hubs have any interest in anodized aluminum version of that hub? These would be CNC made out of 6061 aluminum and anodized blue to match the originals. I am not sure of the cost at this time but I am just putting this out there to find out how much interest there is. Update: I will be making another batch (about ten sets) but they won't be in my hands for three weeks. Last edited by GMCGrim; 02-03-2016 at 11:07 PM.

10-14-2015, 11:27 PM	#2
BigRed76 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Loveland, CO Posts: 1,921	Re: Interest in aluminum hub knobs? I would be in for at least one set. __________________ Zach 1970 Chevrolet Custom Camper K20 1971 GMC Super K2500, 12V/NV4500 swap in progress 1971 Chevrolet Custom C10 1972 Chevrolet Custom Deluxe C20, 5.3/4L60E 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 455/TH400, 3.73 posi 2004 GMC Sierra 2500HD, LB7/Allison, CCSB 2005 GMC Sierra 1500, 5.3/4L60E, CCSB

10-15-2015, 07:45 AM	#4
GMCGrim Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Spokane Wa Posts: 207	Re: Interest in aluminum hub knobs? I am still working out all of the details but I will be moving forth with this project. I should have some pieces in hand in about a month. I also have a source for the rubber o ring, although it is not a exact duplicate of the original but very close. So i will be in touch soon.

10-15-2015, 08:29 AM	#5
enigma Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: enumclaw,Wa Posts: 120	Re: Interest in aluminum hub knobs? I also would be interested in a set

10-15-2015, 10:46 PM	#6
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: Interest in aluminum hub knobs? I'd buy a couple or more. You can do anodized to look the same solid blue? I'm not up on it, so maybe you can. But I'm used to seeing anodizing be a transparent. I'd buy them either way. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

10-15-2015, 11:17 PM	#7
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: Interest in aluminum hub knobs? I'd be interested in 2 sets for a D60. I'd even send you an old lock out to measure and use for testing too. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

10-16-2015, 04:48 PM	#8
GMCGrim Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Spokane Wa Posts: 207	Re: Interest in aluminum hub knobs? Thanks for the feedback guys. Like I said the project is moving forward. I will certainly let you guys know when they will be ready. In the meantime I will have to upgrade to "High Octane" to be able to sell these. Again thanks for the positive feedback.

10-16-2015, 10:38 PM	#9
obijuan Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: cibolo tx Posts: 1,033	Re: Interest in aluminum hub knobs? a friend of mine has been working on these. i gave him a new dana 60 spicer knob to make it from. they came out excellent. are you planning to make these with the spicer name in the knob? http://www.ebay.com/itm/TDS-D60-Lock...gAAOSwgQ9VpTQJ

10-16-2015, 11:47 PM	#10
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: Interest in aluminum hub knobs? What's the point of custom-made knobs for standard Warns on a Dana60? Not being smart, but why not buy the premiums or other upgrade hubs and get better everything, all new? The point of these hubs here is to retain the OEM Spicers while upgrading the knobs to metal with the original look. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~ Last edited by special-K; 10-21-2015 at 09:40 PM.

10-19-2015, 11:59 AM	#11
jeffahart Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 1,906	Re: Interest in aluminum hub knobs? Print one on a 3D printer __________________ White K20

10-19-2015, 12:01 PM	#12
obijuan Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: cibolo tx Posts: 1,033	Re: Interest in aluminum hub knobs? thats how we modeled for test fit before aluminum machine work. out of the printer they are too brittle and very poor tolerances. good for rapid prototyping.

10-19-2015, 09:40 PM	#14
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: Interest in aluminum hub knobs? Gotcha. Well, if the Warn Dana60 dials aren't planned for production you could run these: http://www.googleadservices.com/page...Fseid%3Dsrese1 __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

10-19-2015, 10:10 PM	#15
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: Interest in aluminum hub knobs? Those seem to be really cheap compared to the last set of warns I purchased. On edit.... Darn it. That part number is for a D44. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

10-19-2015, 11:19 PM	#16
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: Interest in aluminum hub knobs? Oh, sorry. I googled Dana60 and that's what the result said it was. Once on the Summit site I didn't read the listing, just copied and pasted. They are good hubs and cheaper than Warns. I found them on Amazon for Dodge Dana 60 for $125. Look around, you should find them for GM __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

10-20-2015, 01:14 AM	#17
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10-27-2015, 08:34 PM	#18
y5mgisi Second Chance Program Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 2,642	Re: Interest in aluminum hub knobs? I can't help but imagine these selling like hot cakes! I have had the idea forever but never went anywhere with it. I want to see it happen real bad! __________________ 90 Chevy Suburban 2500 5.3 swap/th400/np241/14bltSF/10blt. 77 C20 crew cab Silverado. 396/th400. In work.

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10-30-2015, 11:19 AM	#21
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