What kind of transfer case is the NP208?
What kind of transfer case is the NP208?
We have a large inventory of rebuilt NP208 transfer cases plus Transfer Case parts. The NP208 is an aluminum case 2 speed chain driven transfer case with a 2.62:1 reduction in low and 1:1in high range and utilizes a planetary gear low range.
Is the Process 208 transfer case for four wheel drive?
The New Process 208 transfer case has seen use in four-wheel-drive trucks from all of Detroit’s Big Three at one point or another, making for some odd bedfellows where parts interchanges are concerned. The transfer case “increases the ratio of engine revolutions opposed to tire revolutions.”.
Do you need a NP208 transfer case for a 1981 GM crossmember?
If you are converting a 1981-84 vehicle, you may be required to fabricate a crossmember spacer or purchase a later model GM crossmember. NP208 transfer cases were normally right drop and NP241 were normally left drop transfer cases.
What kind of case does a Dodge NP208 have?
The NP208 is an aluminum case 2 speed chain driven transfer case with a 2.62:1 reduction in low and 1:1in high range and utilizes a planetary gear low range. It was used in a variety of applications from 1980-1987 in Dodge Ramcharge and Pickup trucks, the Dodge units have 23 splines.
When did Ford start using the NP208 transfer case?
Ford used 31 splines in 1981-1986 Broncos, F250 and F350 pickup trucks. GM used this transfer case in Pickups and Suburbans between 1981 and 1986 typically behind automatics with 27 splines. Cherokees and J trucks used this unit between 1980 to 1988 and called it the Command Trac. The NP208 is widely used because of its strength and weight.
Why do you want a Ford 208 transfer case?
Why you want it: The 208 is lightweight, the chain- drive operates quieter, and it is shift-on-the-fly. Two additional perks are that the case is inexpensive and easy to find.
What kind of lubricant to use on NP208 transfer case?
Recommended lubricant for the NP208 is automatic transmission fluid ATF. The NP208 was manufactured with manual shift, it is a replacement unit for the earlier units, it is a part time case, the front driveshaft will not receive power when in 2WD.
How big is the flexplate on an AOD transmission?
The AOD takes a 164-tooth AOD-specific flexplate instead of the smaller 157-tooth pieces common to the C4 and early Ford manual transmissions. Because the AOD is longer, the crossmember must position the mount farther to the rear of the vehicle to support the transmission.
