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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 04:37 PM
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Anybody know if I can use a np231-c chain instead of a 231j?I cant seem to find the 231j local
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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 04:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Skunkape
Anybody know if I can use a np231-c chain instead of a 231j?I cant seem to find the 231j local
Im pretty sure the only difference is the adaptors to hook to different transmissions. It should work, but im not 100% sure.
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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 05:05 PM
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according to this 231 chain fits from 87 to 2002http://www.jeep4x4center.com/jeep-tr...1-parts.htm#16
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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 05:22 PM
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according to this 231 chain fits from 87 to 2002http://www.jeep4x4center.com/jeep-tr...1-parts.htm#16
Seems like it would work.The counter monkies at autozone have to order it though,just want to make sure I am right because it takes 2 days to get it and then another 2 to send it back if I am wrong.And I wannna wheel this weekend!!
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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 05:31 PM
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is there any napa auto parts stores in you area they seem to have a lot more parts for my xj that no body else carrys
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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 05:33 PM
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Seems like it would work.The counter monkies at autozone have to order it though,just want to make sure I am right because it takes 2 days to get it and then another 2 to send it back if I am wrong.And I wannna wheel this weekend!!
counter monkies would make me nervous here also
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Yeah Napa and Orielys but nobody is showing the np231j in their parts computer just the C....
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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 05:45 PM
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the link i sent you does not specify may be call them and ask if its the same part number?
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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 05:49 PM
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Originally Posted by freegdr
the link i sent you does not specify may be call them and ask if its the same part number?
Good idea might try that.....if I can't figure it out
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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 05:56 PM
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http://www.jeepforum.com/forum/f11/n...np231c-952167/
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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 06:01 PM
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Good find man looks like it wont work.saved me a hundred monies and a lot of pissed off!Thanks!
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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 06:14 PM
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have you tried the dealer
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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 06:32 PM
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Not yet.local 4x4 shop gave me a guys number though.Gonna try him first
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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 07:06 PM
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http://www.novak-adapt.com/catalog/2..._231_parts.htm

Heres the rebuild kit from novak.
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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 09:26 PM
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i have a 231j transfercase sittin in the garage if someone wants to tell me how to take it apart and remove the chain i could send it to you for a decent price
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