Locking Hubs
Tyrex Manual Locking Hubs Suzuki Samurai 26-Spline (Pair)
A pair of Tyrex manual locking hubs for the Suzuki Samurai, made for 26-spline axles with 90 mm stud spacing. Locking them by hand puts you in charge of when the front axle actually turns. The set ships with the full M8 bolt kit, gaskets and grease, so nothing extra is needed on fitting day.
Tyrex Manual Locking Hubs Suzuki Samurai 26-Spline (Pair)
Worn or seized locking hubs ruin a trip in one of two ways: they refuse to engage exactly when the front axle matters, or they refuse to release once you are back on tarmac. A manual hub removes that argument entirely — you decide when the wheel is tied to the axle shaft, and the mechanism carries only the parts it genuinely needs.
This is a pair of Tyrex hubs specified for the Suzuki Samurai, built for 26-spline axle shafts with a 90 mm stud spacing. The supplier lists them as an AVM438 equivalent, so if that is the hub pattern on your car, this is the right shelf.
Type Manual locking | Axle spline 26-spline | Contents 2 hubs (full axle set) |
Key benefits
- Engagement is set by hand, so the hub stays where you put it — no vacuum system to leak and no dependence on which way the wheel is turning.
- With the hubs unlocked the axle shafts are disconnected from the wheels, so road miles do not drag the whole front driveline round with them.
- 90 mm stud spacing and a six-bolt M8 mounting is the standard pattern for this hub, so the wheel end needs no modification.
- Listed by the supplier as an AVM438 equivalent, which makes matching an existing installation straightforward.
- Gaskets and grease are in the box, so the job can be finished in one session.
What is in the box
- Two Tyrex manual locking hubs
- Complete bolt set
- Gaskets
- Grease
Technical data
| Vehicle | Suzuki Samurai |
| Hub type | Manual |
| Axle spline count | 26 |
| Stud spacing | 90 mm |
| Fixing | 6 x M8 bolts |
| Weight | 2.6 kg |
| Equivalent to | AVM438 |
| Part number | RAP-TY06571 / manufacturer code TY06571 |
Who it is for. Samurais with tired or cracked original hubs, and drivers who deliberately move away from automatic hubs to something they control themselves. It suits a daily-driven car that spends most of its life on tarmac with the front unlocked, as much as an expedition build where predictability counts.
Fitting notes
The hub bolts to the wheel end with six M8 fasteners over a gasket, after cleaning the mating face and packing the mechanism with grease — all of which is supplied. Before ordering, confirm the spline count on your front axle shafts: these hubs are specified for the 26-spline version. If you would rather have the fitment checked, or want the hub swap combined with a look through the front axle, our off-road workshop at Szekla4x4.pl handles this work regularly.
Why buy it
- A complete axle set in one line item, gaskets and grease included.
- A simple hand-operated mechanism with no vacuum lines or electronics — serviceable on the trail.
- A known dimensional standard (26-spline, 90 mm spacing, 6 x M8) and a stated AVM438 equivalence.
If a front driveline refresh is on the list for your Samurai, this is the sensible place to start — message us if you want the spline count on your shafts confirmed first.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a set for both sides?
Yes. The kit contains two Tyrex manual locking hubs, so the whole front axle is covered, along with the complete bolt set, gaskets and grease.
Which axle shafts do these hubs fit?
26-spline shafts. Stud spacing is 90 mm and the hub is fixed with six M8 bolts.
Are these an AVM 438 replacement?
The supplier lists them as an AVM438 equivalent.
Do I need to buy gaskets or grease separately?
No. Gaskets and grease are included and the kit is described as ready to fit.
How much does the set weigh?
2.6 kg.