How hard is it to swap a transfer case?

Replacing the transfer case is an easy task but you have to make sure its replacement is the right kind. For example, you can’t put a transfer case in that was bolted to a 5-speed manual transmission into a TJ with the 32RH automatic transmission or a major ATF leak will occur.

Is the 242 transfer case good?

The design of the 242 is fairly good. They were engineered for durability and simplicity of build – both an advantage to the OEM assemblers as well as individuals servicing them. The NP242 transfer case has turned out to be stronger than expected.

What vehicles use a NP242 transfer case?

NP242. Offered in XJ Cherokee, ZJ Grand Cherokee, WJ Grand Cherokee and KJ Liberty. Shift pattern: 2WD – 4 PARTTIME – 4 FULLTIME – N – 4 LO. It is an aluminum case with chain drive and can use a center differential for its front/rear power split or lock the shafts together depending on mode.

How many gears are in the 242 transfer case?

The important variations to look for in the 242 transfer case are in the input gear. The 242 comes in 21 spline and 23 spline versions with long, medium (rare) and short variations. We have documented these gears here.

How much does the NP242 transfer case weigh?

The NP242 transfer case has turned out to be stronger than expected. Most of our customers choose to retain their Jeep 242 with their conversions. It is very common for them to offer good service behind some of the strongest engines and transmissions. The 242 weighs about 85 lbs.

When did the New Process transfer case come out?

New Process / New Venture Gear 242 Transfer Case The Jeep NP242 transfer case was introduced in the 1987 model year as a replacement for the NP228. The 242 premiered in the XJ Cherokee / Wagoneer and MJ Commache as the SelecTrac option.

When did the XJ Cherokee use the 242 transfer case?

The 242 premiered in the XJ Cherokee / Wagoneer and MJ Commache as the SelecTrac option. It was used in the 1991-1998 ZJ Grand Cherokee. The 242 persisted throughout the full run of XJ Cherokees and continued on in the 2002 KJ Liberty.