Jul
I need a new transfer case for my 1996 Jeep Cherokee 4.0L w/Automatic. And there are two different types of transfter cases, a direct replacement for $629.99 -$350 core charge plus 12 month 12,000 mile warranty, OR a direct replacement transfer case WITH a slip-yoke eliminator for $899.99 - $350 core charge plus 12 month 12,000 mile warranty.
What exactly does the slip-yoke eliminator do, is it worth the extra money? Thanks.
Answer:
A SYE would be worth the extra money if you planning on lifting your XJ (Cherokee) more than 3-4″. It is likely that purchasing a new t-case with a SYE will also require you get a new driveshaft that differs in length.
If you plan on keeping it stock, it's not necessary.
the stock Slip Yoke is located on the output shaft of the transfer case. When you lift your automobile, the greater angle of the driveshaft puts more stress on the slip yoke and the universal joints on the driveshaft. Slip Yokes have a nasty habit of vibrating on lifted cherokee's. The Slip Yoke eliminator removes the slip yoke at the bad location where the angles exist and allow you to move the slip joint further down on the driveshaft for smoother operation
Answer:
A slip yolk is the splined female and male end on the drive shaft and splined reciever in the tranfer case that connect the drive shaft to the transfer case.. it allows the drive shaft to move in or out as necessary as the suspension on the vehicle work you hit a bump the rear end flkex up and down the drive shaft moves in and out inside the slip yolk …Anyway Jeep during this year made a really screwy design on the universal joints I mean it has to be taken in to a drive shaft shop or you have to order a new one. is going to change th configuration of the drive train so that the drive shaft bolts directly to the transfer case making the universal replacement a shade tree afternoon job..But…….all that said does not eliminate the need for a slip yolk the kit just moves it to a more convient place like a foot behind the universal in a1977-1988 GM Chevy style 4×4 not a bad system
Answer:
If your jeep isn't altered with a suspension lift, and you have no intention of lifting it, stick with the standard replacement.
If you get the transfer case with the SYE on it you will also need a new drive shaft.
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