Jeep getting stuck in 4wd...??

[O.D.]

Woah a new t'case sounds drastic. This could be a possibility. Forgive me I should have been more specific, the shift rail was just rubbing in the new rear half that wasn't machined big enough. But after wheeling it awhile and shifting in and out of 4wd problem is no longer there. It sounds as though your shift fork may be hanging up on something. Before buying a new t'case unless that's what you want. I would tear it apart and see what's going on inside. After you've looked at all the external possibilities previously listed. Hope this helps and good luck

 

[TortureTested]

Woah a new t'case sounds drastic. This could be a possibility. Forgive me I should have been more specific, the shift rail was just rubbing in the new rear half that wasn't machined big enough. But after wheeling it awhile and shifting in and out of 4wd problem is no longer there. It sounds as though your shift fork may be hanging up on something. Before buying a new t'case unless that's what you want. I would tear it apart and see what's going on inside. After you've looked at all the external possibilities previously listed. Hope this helps and good luck

Question for you.... since im not familiar with the inner workings of a t-case (just the principal of it), would it cost much to have them open her up and fix whats wrong as to compared to slapping a nice new atlas or maybe lesser expensive but better then the 242 in?? You still have to take the axles out, un-bolt it and re-seal the axles when putting it back in. So its a case versus money fixing the old one or a few more bucks for a brand new one, (which i have no idea what they run in price).??

ONE MORE THING, i DIDNT see any vaccum lines on either axle, just the
brake and vent tubes come out of front and rear!!
So whats your guys opinion???(this sucks,sorry guys for my troubles!).:shiver:

 

[langer1]

You don't touch the axles to change a t-case.

 

[O.D.]

Last I looked an atlas was like 2k I think. anyone feel free to correct that price if i'm wrong. I don't know what your plans for the future are but what type of wheeling you do and what you plan on doing in the future with your jeep will help you decide if you want a new t'case or to just fix this one. If you plan on replacing it later anyway or have the money then do that. But if not I think it would be cheaper to have someone repair what you've got. Good luck and I hope some of this info was helpful. Langer1 is correct you don't touch the axles.

 

[langer1]

The Atlas is also made for extreme off road use. Its not the best choice for a Daily Driver. A good 242 is all the t-case you need in a stock powered XJ.

 

[TortureTested]

Ok, now that i know an atlas is way over my budget and a 242 is all i should need then i guess ill go with the repairs if neccessary.
The best way to describe my wheeling type is maybe once a month due to budget and i will run blue level 3's but am pushing for a beginner black once i have more upgraded parts to handle the terrain.
Either way this sucks!
Sorry guys for taking up ur time but this board seems like better info then a mechanic shop!!!!!!!
Thanks again:exclamati

 

[goodburbon]

Also, just FYI, the front axle is not a D35.

Have you ever checked your t-case fluid?

 

[tcfXJwfo]

My 93 has troubles with coming out of 4-lo, my problem is a bushing in the linkage on the bracket that bolts to the trans. Check that out too, a $.35 bushing is alot easier on the piggy bank than a new t-case.

 

[TortureTested]

Also, just FYI, the front axle is not a D35.

Have you ever checked your t-case fluid?

Sorry i ment D30. must have been a typo or i was on cloud nine with the other newbies to the board.
T-case fluid is topped and maybe a few thousand miles old at most!