Transfer case arm

[hunterhabec]

So I can’t find any diagrams but does anything look abnormal on this and could this be why I can go into 4L but slips out when I go on trails

 

[bbaldwin237]

The stock z linkage is terrible to keep properly adjusted. After many years, or if you're lifted, it gets loose and out of alignment and causes issues. You can make some minor adjustments with that bolt and rod but honestly your best bet is to upgrade to a cable shifter.

 

[Abendage]

Looks like you have a body lift or a transfer case drop without the linkage drop bracket. They shift like crap even with the bracket, as mentioned above, cable shifter is well worth the price.

 

[mrblaine]

They shift like crap even with the bracket, as mentioned above, cable shifter is well worth the price.

Pretty sure he has already been told to get a cable shifter several times. He's stubborn.

 

[S/C-HD2002]

Best $140 you will spend....

https://www.amazon.com/Transfer-Cable-Shifter-Wrangler-1997-2006/dp/B073L4L4R5/?tag=wranglerorg-20

 

[Rickyd]

Or just get something like this for 30$ and adjust it properly
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2349090281...pid=5337789113&customid=&toolid=10001&mkevt=1

 

[Imagineer]

Best $140 you will spend....

https://www.amazon.com/Transfer-Cable-Shifter-Wrangler-1997-2006/dp/B073L4L4R5/?tag=wranglerorg-20

Not trying to hi-jack a thread, but looking at the Amazon page for the cable system you suggest, there's another similar one advertised for only $49. Any idea what makes the $140 version better?

I ask, because I put a $180 Novak cable on my prior TJ and it worked well (but in my opinion, was way overpriced for what I received).
Before winter, I'm planning on changing to a cable on my current TJ, and would prefer to spend less in the process.

 

[mrblaine]

Not trying to hi-jack a thread, but looking at the Amazon page for the cable system you suggest, there's another similar one advertised for only $49. Any idea what makes the $140 version better?

I ask, because I put a $180 Novak cable on my prior TJ and it worked well (but in my opinion, was way overpriced for what I received).
Before winter, I'm planning on changing to a cable on my current TJ, and would prefer to spend less in the process.

There are a few clues to assist in your evaluation. The first is the long skinny tab that isn't braced. The firmness of the shift depends on the cable housing not moving. If you mount the ends in tabs that flex and move, you get a spongy shift which is the exact thing a cable shifter is supposed to resolve.

The Savvy version is braced to slow down unwanted movement and the mounting hole ears are bent to conform to the tub which is not even a tiny bit flat. The 49 dollar bracket is just a flat plate with 4 holes in it that will distort the tub when you tighten down the fasteners. Will the average cheap ass Jeep owner care? Likely not, this stuff only matters to those of use who try to design quality products that actually solve the problems for the end user.

Bracing needed-

The other thing to find out is what size the cable is. The common cheaper versions are 1/4" and not nearly as robust as the heavy duty 5/16" version that Savvy uses.

 

[S/C-HD2002]

Not trying to hi-jack a thread, but looking at the Amazon page for the cable system you suggest, there's another similar one advertised for only $49. Any idea what makes the $140 version better?

I ask, because I put a $180 Novak cable on my prior TJ and it worked well (but in my opinion, was way overpriced for what I received).
Before winter, I'm planning on changing to a cable on my current TJ, and would prefer to spend less in the process.

As Blaine said, the quality between the two is miles apart.

My experience has been very positive and butter smooth shifts.

 

[macleanflood]

I've got the cheaper Steinjager version and it's decent but as described above it occasionally needs a little wiggle to get it into the right gear... especially 4 Low. And then every once it a while it'll pop out of gear.

-Mac