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NP 242 t-case leak - shifter linkage advice please

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Old Jun 28, 2017 | 10:11 AM
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Default NP 242 t-case leak - shifter linkage advice please

Got a leak coming from the shifter linkage to the transfer case, I've seen a couple threads on this, just need a bit of advice.

I believe its from a leaking o ring in the linkage, does anyone know the part number? Those tech drawings are pretty confusing!

Also do I need any of the retaining clips or bushings etc? any extra bits needed?

Lastly can this be done with transfer case in place, any pitfalls I should look out for?

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Old Jun 28, 2017 | 11:16 AM
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Yes u can do it while it's in place.
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Old Jun 28, 2017 | 11:20 AM
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Do I need to drain the fluid in order to do this?
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Old Jun 28, 2017 | 12:29 PM
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Yes it's probably a good idea to do that, might as well replace the fluid while ur at it.
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http://midwestjeepwillys.com/np242-transfer-case.html.......J4167963

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Old Jun 28, 2017 | 03:13 PM
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Cheers, thanks man, I'm guessing the o ring I need is number 2? Like I said, I'm pretty useless at these tech drawings.
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