14 bolt FF hubs - 6 bolt pattern?

[Fromage]

I remember seeing these somewhere, but I can't remember. They are aftermarket hubs for a 14 FF that change the pattern down to 6 on 5.5. They would allow you to run a 14 bolt with Toyota wheels (which is important in this case).

The search here doesn't turn up anything and I can't get an answer on Pirate. I know they're out there...

Anyone know?

Many thanks in advance.

 

[TxCruzr]

The one person that used to advertise selling them on pirate is no longer in business. I have talked to Jason Payne from Industrial Off Road Store about the hubs and he can either make a set or machine down yours.
If you can find a machine shop that you trust, just have them machine the back part of the hub and weld up the holes for the studs, then redrill for 6 lug. Also machine the center hub to allow the wheel to slip over it and machine the outer axle flange. Then you can run 3/4 disc brakes with a 15" rim.

Here is his E-Mail if you would like to contact him.
jpayne@industrialoffroad.com

 

[Mace]

Why is it so important ot run toyota wheels?

The machine work involved will cost more than new rims..

 

[TxCruzr]

Not when you know someone who owns a machine shop

 

[Fromage]

Not when you know someone who owns a machine shop

Or you have a lathe in your garage

I just wanted an idea of how much material has to be removed. I don't like the idea of rewelding a casting too much, I suppose with Nickel rod it wouldn't be too bad, especially since it's a no-stress area. I've made these before (for 5 on 6.5 Land-Rover pattern) but have never really been happy with them because of the welding.

Why 6 bolt? I have 2 trucks, they share wheels and tires (60 and a Land-Rover with Toy axles). I want to put the FZJ80 rear under the 60 and put a 14 bolt under the Land-Rover. Having 8 lug wheels means I have to have two sets of off-road tires and two sets of on-road tires. Being able to swap between trucks is great.