xanderz

Hey,

So, I am a student on a fixed budget, and my Cherokee was just diagnosed with having a cracked transfer case and a broken u joint on the driveshaft. It is a 1996 Cherokee with plenty of mods like 7 in lift, light bar, 35 tires, etc. It is going to be around a $3k fix and I don't know if its worth it. I bought the car for 4k last year, and I think I could get more for it now, but I don't know if its worth a 3k fix. I don't know cars as well as I would like to, so I don't know if I should fix it or not. Can anyone give me any pointers?

TrailerTrash

Fix it. But dont pay anybody 3k to do it.

assuming the driveshaft ear is broken and not the u joint(which is replacable) get a used driveshaft for probably $100 or less. The u joints are way cheaper to replace if the driveshaft is okay.

Get a used transfer case for probably under $500 bucks( depending on demand in your area - just a rough price)

Install the parts in an afternoon with a few buddies or at least one person to help you lift and help with staying safe

xanderz

Thanks for your advice. I will not be getting it done by the shop, but will instead tow it away and look for used parts online.

BlueRidgeMark

If a shop has quoted you $3k for that, find a new shop.

That's not a tough job at all.

xanderz

It sucks because I thought this shop was really well rated and had recommendations from a friend but I agree it’s priced wrong

00t444e

Both are easy fixes.

EZEARL

So OP where are you located?

DnTJeepRC

Good shops are hard to find! Good luck.