Cherokee (XJ) Transfer Case Linkage Notes | Linkage Too Long? | 5-Speed
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- Опубліковано 10 бер 2019
- This is for helping people who have one of our transfer case linkage kits and have encountered issues with the cab lever angle on install typical with 5-speeds.
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Couldn’t figure it out. Couldn’t find any info in forums. Finally found this video, now it works perfectly. I’ve got an 88 Comanche with a 97 ax15 and 231 swapped.
Had to use the lazer punch out on my 96 XJ with 5 speed. Works Freakin Awesome! Nice not having it jump out of Low Range.
This tab is exactly the answer for my linkage woes. Thanks!!!
That clears things up. Been looking into this for my t-18 swap which is closer to the same length as the 4 banger Comanches. 👍
THANK YOU SO MUCH. This video saved so much frustration. I'm going to run back out to the garage and get this unit set up properly now. I'm so happy you made this video thank you.
Awesome, cool way to tackle those edge cases!
We just tried to make our kit the one that fit the most XJs. Its worked! Which is why our kit is now the only one to carry the Jeep name and the mopar M 😎
I had to do this on my 90mj, ax-15 and np231. It was sooooo close to fitting normal, but not quite.
Just installed mine in my 5-speed and I found out pretty quickly that I had this issue. The punch out tab worked great. I have to admit I was dubious about how secure it was going to be. After getting it installed and cranking on the bolt, I have no concerns at all. That thing isn't moving. Thanks guys.
We found with the 4-cylinder and a 5-speed things can get a little bit tight, but if you need we can send some photos of how others have installed them successfully.
Bought STOCK 1999 Cherokee off 88yr old man who NEVER used 4wd! I'm near 60- read intructions & crawled under it with few OPENend wrenchs & saws -all. 38 min. later.... DONE! GREAT product!
Thanks, Mike! Have fun wheelin'!
Awesome, thanks for the update helped me install on 96 xj with 5 speed
Glad to hear this revision is helping more people!
Thanks a ton for this fix. 97 4.0 5 spd. I was wondering what that laser cut was for ever since I saw the product online. I was going to ask about using the top hole instead but figured the geometry would be off. It was. Also I found an extra jam nut in my package. It came in handy for spacing out the rear stud on the rod because it was touching my t-case when inserted all the way. My upper link barely touches the t-case also but doesn’t interfere with detente. Thanks again
Thanks guys! Great support videos!
Thanks for checking our stuff out! Good luck on the trails.
This was VERY helpful, thank you! I have 1993 XJ with the AX 15 5 speed and NP 231 transfer case. Attaching the lever the normal way was very tight, and caused the shifter in cabin lift slightly for 2W high, even with turnbuckle all the way in. Using the tab and changing the angle + running turnbuckle out resulted in the desired form and smooth action fit. My only caveat was that I had to bend the left tab in almost completely back to flat with body. to get lever to bolt on well.
Our intent on the left tab is to allow the act of the tightening of the bolt to make it "bite" in, and give another point for the upper lever to hold, but something I will take into consideration on any future revisions. Thank you for the feedback!
Very helpful was about to message you about this
Helped so much
Glad to hear!
Like Randy Freese in the comments I have a 96 XJ with a 5 speed, used the lazer punch out as described in the video and installation was a breeze, and my long standing transfer case popping out of low issue is gone. Only thing I wish I would have done is order this sooner!!!
I feel like this issue needs to a note in the instructions. Glad I found it in the faq, but I sure messed around with things far to long. 93 4.0 5 speed 2 door. Thanks for adding that tab and the video.
We re-did the instructions recently, and it should be in there, I'll go double check.
Unfortunately we have to gate keep some things because of knockoffs.
@@Azzysdesignworks perfect. This was a genuine kit from you guys. It just mentioned a 5 speed video up top and the link was brother. Had to go to the webpage but it’s all good :). Going the og route is always better than Chinese knockoffs.
@@Potatogambit I checked this, and it's mentioned in both the Mopar and ADW versions of the instructions. If you received instructions with stills from the install video, thats the ones they are sending out with the knockoffs, and they dont understand the needs or installs, since they only copied it from photos.
@@Azzysdesignworks well I hope I didn’t get a nock off since I ordered from you guys lol. It just had a link to 5 speed setup video. And the link came up with video not available when I looked it up. Had to do a little hunting for this one. I’d be happy to send you the photo. But like I said I figured it out in the end. May have just been an old stock unit.
Just ordered one for my xj . hope this helps from 4x4 slipping out...
That is one of the biggest benefits of our kit. The factory setup on an XJ is connected to the trans tunnel, and when the body flexes offroad, it can (usually will) pop you out of 4 low.
We do recommend on any Jeep tcase to pull the detent out of the bottom drain and clean / replace the spring (if damaged) as they can get gummed up and not keep the selector shaft in the right gear.
I have an auto but I think I'm gonna have to do the same. They're jusy super close together
We've seen some .. interesting layouts on some years, particularly 1996 XJs. But thats why we came up with this system, to make our kit fit the most options and varieties of XJ :)
Thanks you just saved my bacon lol
Thanks for picking up our linkage! Our team and the American suppliers we buy parts from appreciate it!
i have a 99 xj ls swap with a 4l60 with adapter plate using the stock transfer case do you have a linkage ready for that set up?
Our linkage is adjustable, and we also sell spare parts which could be used to adjust to your custom need. How it would need to be installed for your application would be dependent on how you installed everything, condition of the vehicle... but there is enough adjustment there, and especially when using the setup in the video here, with our 242 kit, that it should be easy to get working in that XJ.
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Ive got a 1inch transfer case drop on my xj with a 242, will it work?
Our kit works with the 242. However, with a drop on that t-case, the range can extend past the point where the linkage has no mechanical advantage (goes straight) in this event, we recommend using a second upper link plate (available in our store under spare parts) and use the top hole in our lower linkage plate.
If you are using a tcase drop, be sure to use medium duty (commonly blue) threadlocker on the center adjustment rod, as drops tend to relieve rear vibrations but put a lot of stress on the front driveshaft leading to vibrations there.
It’s this kind of care for what you do that got you a sale.
I bought a knockoff on Amazon (didn’t know the history), had this very issue with my 5 speed manual, and found your videos explaining the product and where I was going wrong. I just ordered one from your site (under the same name as this comment, so you’ll see I’m not joking) and will be returning that other junk off brand later this week. Even if that other one would work, I’d rather support locally, and with someone that actually stands by what they make. Thanks for your dedication to your product!
I do have a question though, and maybe this only pertained to my junky one, but I noticed that the part of the linkage with the three holes hits the housing of the transfer case, and is super snug to where it feels like it could pop out of 2H. Is this normal?
Mike, I remember chatting. thank you for this, I really do appreciate it.
On the question of the lower plate : over the years we've had a few customers mention it touched. We think this is just due to variations in the casting of the transfer case bodies. The real indexing happens with the detent (see our video on cleaning that here ua-cam.com/video/IoaF88uJ4ak/v-deo.html ) and you will feel this at the case when adjusting / installing. If it is still touching and not going into gear, let us know. -Bryan
I just had this installed. My part time light doesn’t come on. Is this normal?
Your transfer case has a switch that controls the light. Its common for them to be bad. It might need replaced, the wiring checked, or your grounds fixed.
will this work on a zj with a np231 transfer case swap
No sorry, it does not work with a ZJ
Does this variation apply to 5 speed Comanches too?
Yes, XJ and MJ are very similar, however some MJs we have seen (usually the 86-87) have a bent cab lever, so you might have to tweak things a bit.
@@Azzysdesignworks thank you for the quick reply. I have a 1991. My friend helped me install the linkage a while ago, and it’s been screwy ever sense, I was just wondering if he put it on correctly 😂
@@dangerline95 hop underneath and shoot a photograph of how it's set up from the side, and send me an email, and we can make sure.
@@Azzysdesignworks I just adjusted it to the other way, and it seems to be working fine…. I’ll let you know if it stays that way
This is still not working on my 98 5spd
Have you contacted us other than on YT? We dont get alerts about these and only check comments every so often.
Send over an email with a picture of how it is setup, short description on how the jeep is setup (tcase, trans, drops if any, etc) and what issues it is having past not working.
Are these still being manufactured?
Yes.
Current stainless steel prices have had our stock low for about a month. Because of that, its a bit harder to invest the capital needed to run a batch of linkages. We have some supply for our dealers, and are working on a new supply run now.
None of the angles fit on my 99 XJ with 5-speed manual, it's still an inch too long no matter what I do. :/
Ended up removing the whole adjustment in the middle, and weld those two main pieces together. Problem solved. I have an ax15 as far as I can tell.
Without seeing how your setup was installed, its hard to suggest anything. Have you tried contacting us? We dont usually search through comments sections.
@@Azzysdesignworks Nah, I’d rather try to make things work instead. That’s why I also wrote the solution. Might be because mine is European? Works like a charm now tho.
I also tried to install their original xj linkage on mine (european 2001 with ax15 and 231J) but whatever I tried I couldn't fit it...the middle link is too long
I think it should be good if I make the thread all the way to the middle and then cut approx. 10-15mm of thread at both ends
What happens when it’s too short
With an XJ, that's very uncommon, unless there is a motor / trans swap or a lot of drop. But, nothing would stop you from flipping the upper lever around and shortening the length needed by an inch instead of increasing it by an inch.
Hey guys I got my Azzy's transfer linkage hooked up and got to try it out today.
IT WORKS AMAZINGLY WELL!
I love it and want to thank you for the fix, good job guys.
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