Toyota Spade Rear Wheel Hub

The Toyota Spade utilizes a Gen-3 Hub Unit. Unlike older designs where the bearing was a separate part, this is a “sealed-for-life” assembly where the bearing races are integrated into the hub housing itself. This creates a lighter, more rigid structure that handles the Spade’s unique tall-body weight distribution more effectively than generic aftermarket parts.

The “Ex-Japan” Quality Standard

At Ksh 6,000, you are purchasing a part that was originally manufactured by Denso or Koyo (Toyota’s official suppliers).

• Digital Accuracy: The Spade is packed with electronic aids like Vehicle Stability Control (VSC). These systems rely on the magnetic sensor inside this hub. While cheap aftermarket hubs often trigger “Check Engine” or “ABS” lights due to poor magnetic signals, this Ex-Japan unit provides the precise digital “pulse” the car’s computer expects.

• Heat & Stress Resistance: These hubs are made from high-tensile steel that resists “pitting”—the tiny surface cracks that cause that annoying humming or “drone” noise when you drive at high speeds.

• Maintenance-Free: The unit comes factory-greased with high-viscosity Japanese lubricants designed to last the life of the bearing, protected by multi-lip seals that keep out dust and tropical rainwater.

Performance and Installation

• Ease of Replacement: This is a 4-bolt bolt-on unit. No hydraulic press is required for installation, reducing the risk of a mechanic damaging the new bearing during fitting.

• Fuel Economy: A healthy hub reduces rolling resistance. If your current hub is worn, you’ll notice the car feels “lighter” and coasts further once you lift your foot off the pedal, which is key to maintaining the Spade’s efficiency.

• Safety: A solid hub ensures the wheel stays perfectly vertical (correct camber). This prevents the “vague” steering feeling and protects your tires from uneven inside/outside wear.