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Jul 13, 2013 | 08:21 PM

1990-XJ

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Year: 1990

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New Guy from Tx

Names Nathan

This is my first Jeep and first 4wd.

Its a 1990 Xj Limited 4dr

4.0 auto np242(well was, has a big hole in it)

Bone stock little thing.

as soon as I can figure out how to get the pictures off my phone i'll post em.

https://www.cherokeeforum.com/member...p/93025t-a.jpg

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Jul 13, 2013 | 09:08 PM

XJwonders

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Welcome to the forum!

Jul 14, 2013 | 04:11 AM

1990-XJ

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Newb Questions

This is my first 4wd, I understand how a tcase works as well. My question is can I drive this XJ with the tcase in its current condition? Pictures are in the first post.

Jul 14, 2013 | 12:08 PM

XJwonders

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I don't think so. U probably would destroy the chain and gears

Jul 15, 2013 | 12:07 AM

1990-XJ

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Thats kinda what I figured, so I tried three different types of epoxies/jb weld with luck. The aluminum case just wouldnt take it.

Jul 15, 2013 | 06:39 PM

XJwonders

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I guess a visit to the local junkyard is in order lol

Jul 15, 2013 | 10:16 PM

1990-XJ

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XJwonders, a local junkyard qouted $200 for a NP242. Does that sound high or normal, I'm new to Jeeps but not junk yards or turning wrenches.

Thanks for making a new guy feel welcome.

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Jul 15, 2013 | 11:18 PM

disguay

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That's normal, but if you want to wheel it, I would recommend the np231 instead of the np242. Price is standard

Jul 16, 2013 | 01:06 PM

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Welcome to the site

Jul 16, 2013 | 07:07 PM

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1990-XJ

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Originally Posted by disguay

That's normal, but if you want to wheel it, I would recommend the np231 instead of the np242. Price is standard

Why the NP231 ? Strenght? Lower gear?

Oh and is there a thread on repairing a broken seat frame? The Driver front has a getto lean going on and that has to go!!!

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Jul 18, 2013 | 06:36 PM

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1990-XJ

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Am I asking questions in the wrong place?

Jul 23, 2013 | 07:39 PM

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Ianf406

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Engine: Golen 4.6 Stroker, AFE Headers, 62mm TB, 24 LB Injectors, Brown Dog kit, HF Cat, 3" Exhaust

Welcome to the forum man. Not too many people traffic this section so it is better to post in OEM tech or Modified tech. If it is a problem with something like a seat or anything stock, ask in OEM. If it is something like switching out the transfer case, ask in Modified. Those two sections get much more traffic and will get your questions answered much quicker.