Dirt Daily. Putting an Atlas Transfer Case in a Jeep JL

If you own a Jeep Rubicon you already have low gears in your transfer case, but if you own a Sport model, (like I do) then your low range gear leaves a little to be desired. So on this episode I'm swapping in an Atlas transfer case for lower gears, and stronger parts, plus the ability to perform a front dig. Stay tuned for a follow up video where I tell you how the Atlas has been working.
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[@gizmofish57]

I'm stoked you're getting into a routine, Fred! Where's the merch store? ;)

[@mikechiodetti4482]

That was worth the watch and learning. The details were great, shows that you know what you're doing.

[@randyjones7001]

I love my atlas 4-speed transfer case in my 2000 TJ!

[@ВикторЖгарев-ц8е]

How much did the transfer case cost Atlas?

[@randyjones7001]

@@ВикторЖгарев-ц8е I custom ordered it through their website a little over 2 years ago. The wait time ended up being 150 days. The transfer case and shifter kit cost $3500. The local mechanic charged $2500, which included a lot of custom work to get it to fit. This includes a new rear drive shaft and modifying the skid plate.

[@stfitz19]

There’s a little lever on the spring of the parking brake handle that you pull with a long pick that will release the tension on the parking brake and the handle will come up to more of a 90 degree angle that allows the removal of the center console

[@GadsdenJL]

I'm waiting on my rear driveshaft for my 2dJL rubi atlas swap. I wired the lockers into the switchpro so I can control them separately and not freak the computer out. Thanks for the upload, we'll done

[@Andy_C_aka_Cliff_McCrawl]

I used to use MT90 in an old VW transaxle. Good stuff! 👍

[@davedonedis]

I love how jeep makes it so you can put the windows down even when the doors are off!

[@richis65]

Fred, your videos are also full of great information.

[@noberet]

Glad to find you again! Liked, subscribed, shared on other platforms.

[@brianwinters4991]

That was a cool swap , I'm suprized you can do this with no help !

[@J20J20]

Love ur vids Fred thank u 🇨🇦

[@wbball15]

Great stuff fRED. Learned a lot.

[@paranormalwheelers]

Now this is something I wanted to see

[@scottr9900]

Wow! Your hair grew out super quick! Must have seen a Yeti.

[@motor1001]

🔥🔥🔥 Awesome video!! 🇺🇸💯

[@mattlong_4896]

Thanks Fred, I dig this video.

[@SIUDubFiend]

“Next step, clean out all this sh…ifter stuff right here” not what I thought you were going to say.

[@matthewschneider2089]

Dude!!! Learned about front digs in the 80's!! Buddy would wait untold you get stuck in a tank trap!!! Come up to you , pulls he's hand brake and front dig with he's super swappers!!! Jerk!!! Lol!!!✌️

[@davidsandberg7631]

I saw a jeep on a trailer in Trail maters last video which looked like your dually trailer under the jeep...

[@ferngullyfarm]

Love it, Fred.

[@LukeEdward]

18:58 Nope! 2-door with Manual window for me, too, Fred.

[@markgordon6971]

A lot of work. But you got it in there. Nice KZbin video

[@scott9752]

"this last one will make you punch your grandma". LOL 😂

[@Mr-_-Leo]

Great video!!

[@johngull4143]

Great video. I was stoked to see a good instructional video on the Atlas intall on a JL. I just got mine delivered to me last week. So what measures did you take to remove that difficult bolt on the stock transfer case? I have the Rubicon case so I'm not sure if I will run into the same issue.

[@57WillysCJ]

I thought oh no a bolt is making Fred mad! You never hear Fred get mad. Maybe a little discusted but not mad. It must be one really bad bolt to work with.

[@artyseibert]

Nice work! Are you going to delete that second battery?!?

[@jimmybdeluxe]

Does that ZF cooler share the radiator coolant? In Oz in our Ford Falcons with 6 speed ZF's very common to swap it our for a dedicated trans cooler to avoid potentially milkshaking the trans.

[@4xFredWilliams]

thats probably not a bad idea

[@kevinshrum5952]

I sure miss D.E.D

[@TJY2K]

0:57 😂😂😂 poor grandma

[@adrianw3985]

I just got a JT Rubicon. It has the Rock Trac MP3022 "Full Time" transfer case. I didn't even know there was such a thing. I guess a few people with the 392 Wranglers have burned the full-time transfer case up. I am very interested in your Atlas transfer case install in case I might need to go that route one day. Thanks for making this informative video.

[@4xFredWilliams]

i actually sold my stock tcase to a buddy with a 392 so he could have 2wd as an option.

[@JohnSmith-sh1zg]

@@4xFredWilliamsI think the Tazer JL lets you do the 2 wheel option on the 392. A lot cheaper and less work.

[@anthonymyers1694]

@@4xFredWilliamsisn’t the bolt pattern and spline different for the 392? I have a 392 and would love to swap in a 241 but didn’t think it would mate up. Awesome vid!

[@rw4784]

Any concerns with the added weight of the atlas on the back of the transmission?

[@jakequaempts5234]

}more wheeling videos 🎉 please

[@marktadlock5428]

Taking the seats might have made it easier

[@JohnDoe-ud2cc]

Can that Tcase handle 1500lbs of torque from a Cummins?

[@gregborbidge4058]

Hi Fred I'm from Australia and I want to by that hat, but can't get it anywhere, whats the go with getting one thanks Borbo

[@brendangriffin1791]

What happened to the farm jeep

[@MartinRodriguez-yr4gf]

looks to me like they could have saved about 3 inches in length with a bit od engineering

[@notoriouslopez1]

Bad ass!!!

[@60EFFIE]

Was waiting for him to pull a seat, ida pulled the pass but whatever

[@orcinsd]

Would a factory rubicon transfer case bolt up to the sport wrangler instead of going atlas?

[@4xFredWilliams]

yes, but used rubicon cases seem to hold their value and I wanted to try this route instead.

[@IAmMrTrumpet]

Would you consider that spud shaft the weak link in this setup?

[@4xFredWilliams]

not really, they are pretty commonly used and pretty strong. i want traction to be the weak link.

[@IAmMrTrumpet]

@@4xFredWilliams thanks for the response! I like that mentality haha

[@jshulch]

Isn't Tubesock becoming increasingly jealous??

[@Beat98TJ]

Already haz atlas. 🤷‍♂️

[@jshulch]

@@Beat98TJ And everything else done to Newbsock???

[@Beat98TJ]

@@jshulch everything he’s done to noob sock is already done to tube. Engine swap Transfer case swap Axle swap Etc.

[@4xFredWilliams]

i dont think id go auto in tube sock. but putting the jeep diesel in newb would be kinda cool

[@Beat98TJ]

So much hair!

[@hondaman4423]

Just delete the stop/start battery tbh. It's going to fail every 3 years anyway.

[@jefflilyea4669]

Must be nice. Dumb name. Who names a car?

[@4xFredWilliams]

i was going to name it Jeff….but that name was taken ;)

[@vavendano2000]

i need an atlas, wanna sponsor me , Fred? LOL great job as always.

[@danbrown4205]

I can’t believe how clean everything is. Looks like you are working on a brand new vehicle!! And thanks for the great info about the transfer case!

[@monette44]