Is a slip yoke eliminator necessary?
However, any lift of greater than two inches virtually always requires a slip yoke eliminator installation and CV driveshaft installation, which will limit vibrations and won’t come with any of the issues often present in transfer case drops.
What is a Jeep slip yoke eliminator?
A Jeep slip yoke eliminator, no surprise here, is a kit that eliminates the transfer case slip yoke and adds a fixed flange or yoke instead. This allows for removal of the factory fixed drive shaft and installation of a CV (constant velocity) driveshaft in its place.
Are all NP231 Sye the same?
This transfer case was first introduced in Jeep Wranglers in 1988 after replacing a 1-year run of NP207 transfer cases. All “J” models of the NP231 are not created the same. There are internal differences among different year models and this kit has been designed to be compatible with each version.
How do I know if my Jeep has a slip yoke eliminator?
Yours is a fixed yoke and shorter so theres your SYE aka slip yoke eliminator. The CV style drive shaft you can tell it is one by how it has the to joints right at the fixed yoke on the t-case and it also has that slip joint (where the blue is).
What is the purpose of the slip yoke on the driveshaft?
The slip yoke is an important component of any drive shaft assembly. The slip yoke assembly (pictured on the right) is what allows drive shafts and PTOs to flex or “slip” with their given application. The slip yoke is also essential for allowing u-joints to rotate properly with the drive shaft.
What did NP241C transfer case come in?
The NP241C transfer case was manufactured by the New Process Gear Division of Chrysler. The case was installed in Chevy Blazers, Suburbans and Tahoes from 1987 through 1998. You will find a circular identification plate attached to the rear of the case, in the center.
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What is the difference between np231 and NP242?
The major difference with the NP242 is that in 4WD Fulltime the transfer case is ‘differentiated” meaning the outer front wheel can spin faster/slower than the rear without binding. With a 231 you’d feel the vehicle jerks/binds as it turns. The 242 is great in the rain.