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Swap NP242 for NP231?

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Old Feb 12, 2013 | 08:13 PM
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Default Swap NP242 for NP231?

I have a NP242 in my 98 XJ. I put this one in when the original 242 messed up.

I want to put a locker in the front, which would make the full-time useless, and I eventually need a SYE, so im thinking about converting to the 231.

How hard would it be? I know it will bolt in but will the sensors and stuff plug up and work correctly? Shifting?

Sorry if this is a repeat. I couldnt find any info. Everybody does the opposite.
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Old Feb 12, 2013 | 08:17 PM
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I know the driveshaft lengths are different you need new driveshafts out of one with a np231 hope that helps
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Old Feb 13, 2013 | 11:10 AM
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I know the driveshaft lengths are different you need new driveshafts out of one with a np231 hope that helps
Bump.

Only the rear though right? And thanks. Anybody else got any input?
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Old Feb 13, 2013 | 11:41 AM
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I'm swapping the 242 in my 91 for a 231 out of a 95. Can't speak much about the DS. I'm putting a SYE in at the same time. Although, they look to be the same rear DS. I could check when I get over to my dads today.
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