Atlas Transfer Case Installation Process Part 2 // FJ Cruiser SAS

[@rockmanagementoffroad9462]

The offroad industry is adverse to making quality instructions. That's been my experience.

[@ThisOldYota]

I would get cozy with a bottle of bourbon, jump in the FJ and picture the build completed. You have the patience of no other. Good on you

[@offroadhub.official]

I was just out there, holding the steering wheel, imagining being out there driving it...

[@k1j2f30]

I am greatly impressed with your easy going attitude and the mega-huge pile of patience you have! Wish I could be more like you in that department but, you are giving me a roadmap to getting closer to it, watching your videos. Keep on truckin'!

[@ryanhemming9546]

This series for your FJ on 42s is like nothing I've ever seen on here. Never seen anyone so patient and humble, yet crazy enough to tackle Elbe Hills alone. Keep up the good work. Can't wait to see your Rubicon trip on 42s. Exciting.

[@offroadhub.official]

I'm definitely out on a limb here... Looking forward to getting back to Elbe!

[@wilstillens7836]

Hiccups are part of the build process, way to press on and continue! Love the work.

[@offroadhub.official]

Thanks for coming along for the journey!

[@jeffgreenwood5159]

Painting happy little parts is the best.

[@jayza9239]

Keep up the good work I’m learning new things thank you

[@Achisachis73]

Great video! I enjoy your content very much and I do t even have a Toyota. I have a Jeep but your videos are very well done! I would like to go wheeling with your crew. Be ready for damage and lots of fun at the Rubicon, I was there last year and will be back this year.

[@offroadhub.official]

Hey thanks for watching my videos! I'm all about any vehicle that goes off road, Jeep, Toyota, Nissan, Ford, whatever! It's all about getting out and having fun. I did the Rubicon last summer and was blown away! I'm pretty certain I'll be doing it at least once a year for the rest of my life. 👍👍

[@SquareLyfe]

Maybe Advanced Adapters can pay Offroad Hub to do a write up? 😜 either way this video will help a lot of FJ fans in the future.

[@offroadhub.official]

They are going to be using some photos I took in future instructions....

[@phantomwalker8251]

@@offroadhub.official aus here.. yrs ago,like,70,s.. the rubi trail was only wide enough for jeeps,. but.. some magazine guys,took a c20/blazer,ish,up/down there. it had less that 1/2",between 2 trees. it made it. first full size..

[@phantomwalker8251]

@@offroadhub.official bearing,,take off the bell/rear housing. go buy an nv4500. a real box.. youll screw the auto..

[@offroadhub.official]

@@phantomwalker8251 I've got an nv4500 in my Cummins diesel pickup. I wouldn't want a manual off road though... 😄

[@phantomwalker8251]

@@offroadhub.official i usually 4 -5 items at a time,,saves time/paint.. looks like i need 4 more engine hoists though.. sarcasm..

[@jeytex3161]

Comedic relief can’t be beat, keep up the positive outlook towards the end result. (Yeah right now you are in the trenches). Iam impressed with your parents holder for painting, every home should have one! Excited for the the next post.

[@offroadhub.official]

Thanks for coming along! I'm glad you enjoy my dry humor... 😆

[@DUNEATV]

Yeah, the humor is hilarious!

[@tgkg]

cant wait to see after when everything is done!

[@theclydesdalerider]

My fingers are crossed hope u make it to the Rubicon online!

[@DUNEATV]

Loving the videos! I might suggest a punching “bob dummy” for your garage to aid you through this process. 😉

[@offroadhub.official]

Oh that's not a bad idea!

[@eqlibrium854]

More "FUN." There is always something to throw a 🔧 in the worx. 🤣 This is such great stuff! 🍿🍿🧈🧂

[@shaunbeardo3027]

Howdy, I do not normally comment but your Atlas video has compelled me to reach out. I finished this same install in my 12 FJ that is a 6MT about a six months back. I have about 3500 miles on the whole setup. Since the case was out, I also went ahead and ripped open the transmission and replaced the sync rows and rebuilt it at the same time. All has been well, and it certainly was not the easiest project, these units are designed and built for Jeeps and then somehow adapted to work for Toyota. Let me know if you have any questions, I'm sure that the comment area here isn't the best so maybe we can find a better place, email, social media messenger. I also referenced some help from EvilFJ, great dude. I was able to get mine significantly more clocked than his. Few things right away that will be your next discoveries is gas tank will have to come out and your speed sensors are on the wheels, so you could have gone with the shorter competition tail housing, and lastly test fit the crap out of it before you commit to the clocking of the housing.

[@offroadhub.official]

Thanks for offering your experiential advise, I appreciate it greatly! Email me at [e-mail]. I have more questions! Thank you! 😁

[@shaunbeardo3027]

Replied.

[@byronball2261]

@@offroadhub.official Ken, I think you and Shaun should get a royalty check from Atlas for all the teaching and demonstration with the video you all produce. Atlas if you are smart and follow your customer send them a check for all the work they do for you.

[@offroadhub.official]

@@byronball2261 sounds good! 😄

[@stevendouglas6593]

Great work mate. You have amazing patience and perseverance. I don't know why they didn't make the stub shaft the correct diameter to match the existing bearing and seal in the transmission. That way, you just insert the new shaft into the transmission, no need to remove or replace anything. Maybe there is something that I am not aware of.

[@offroadhub.official]

I don't know. I guess they couldn't possibly make custom parts for every single possible application. It's custom work, so I guess this is just how it goes!

[@runningproblem]

Damn that sucks having to figure that out. Thankfully guys like you and evil fj the information is out there. I own a Jeep so however I found this I don’t know. I do know it’s worth watching.

[@offroadhub.official]

Real world experiences are valuable for those interested in a product like an Atlas transfer case, whether it's going into a Jeep or a Toyota! Thanks for watching!

[@donnietorrey1703]

Man! For the amount of money these t-cases cost some .02 worth of paper directions would be great! Gotta be some off camera cussing! Great build!

[@randomcrafts4623]

Dang! I wish I was going to the rubicon with you!

[@offroadhub.official]

It will be epic, keep your fingers crossed that I make it!!

[@davehedblom5941]

Good thing for the internet and KZbin. I wish I had it when I grew up. You need to supply your video link to the supplier. Not great press for their transfer case.

[@offroadhub.official]

I'm certain that the transfer case itself is of the highest quality. It's just that the installation process is pretty muddy.

[@eddiegray1979]

I like honest videos, love the build...you got this shit

[@offroadhub.official]

Thank you for your confidence!

[@bradshutler9356]

Oh man are you ever having a difficult time with this installation. I have an Atlas 4spd in my 95 Taco with the 3.4 and manual trans and did not have the difficulties you are having. Not to say there were not a couple and like you I thought Advanced Adapters did not provide adequate instructions. My saving grace was I bought the unit from Filthy Motorsports in Boulder, CO and since they had installation experience they provided me with excellent instructions that saved me a lot of head aches. That was 6 years ago and never had a problem until late February when the low side shift rail cable retainer broke and required replacing the shift rail which required some disassembly. The part was on back order and did not receive it until April 20. Had to remove the t-case to replace it but all is fine now. Found out there was a problem with the low side retainer breaking and it was redesigned in 2017. They said mine lasted longer than any of the old style and they sent me all the parts I needed free of charge. So they did stand behind the product. That does bring some peace of mind and hope it does you as well. I'll be root'in for you that the rest of the install goes well as well as all of the other upgrades you are doing. ROCK ON!

[@offroadhub.official]

Interesting! I'm sure the case itself is excellent. They just don't have a clear method of installation. Some of this is to be expected, but Advanced Adapters could do a vastly better job for Toyota owners.

[@4xhoser]

Great video! Learning lots keep up the motivation and you'll make it to the Ruby! 🤘

[@offroadhub.official]

Thank you! It'll be epic meeting my deadline!

[@jakemoody5929]

Keep it up. I’m enjoying your videos

[@CACressida]

I might have to join you on the Rubicon. Maybe do a video of IFS vs SFA.

[@offroadhub.official]

Sign up for the Greenwood ifs group run on the Rubithon website!

[@SakibLH44]

Damn this is impressive as hell wow!!

[@billymills7944]

Ken I feel your pain..lol it will get better

[@offroadhub.official]

Oh yeah! The fun is just getting started!

[@mrjivester]

Keep up the good work. 👍

[@stevegreen245]

Yhaaaa, moving on.

[@PeteHemdem]

You'd better do some test drives before heading out on the Rubicon! Your FJ is becoming a Frankenstein.

[@offroadhub.official]

I'm sure I'll drive it around the block at least once before the Rubicon. 😉👍

[@louisvanderwath8536]

Problem with non stock vehicle is the breakdown in remote areas and finding replacement parts.

[@offroadhub.official]

That could be an issue. But most of the parts that are likely to break are things that can be welded back together. The Atlas itself is a pretty bullet proof unit. Breakdowns are inevitable, that's part of this game. 👍

[@louisvanderwath8536]

@@offroadhub.official part of it for sure, but preventable if you don't do silly things.

[@offroadhub.official]

@@louisvanderwath8536 most people in the world probably consider the entire endeavor to drive over big rocks pretty silly! 😄

[@louisvanderwath8536]

@@offroadhub.official rocks or boulders?

[@JayDee25895]

FINELY>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> 5k Subs!

[@dbh94]

Wow. Great write up as usual,but seeing this makes me not want to ever consider an atlas! What made you do an atlas over a dual case with 4.7 and the 2.56?

[@shaunbeardo3027]

You can’t find them! But Northwest Fab seems to have a better option out there coming soon. Basically a modern taco box.

[@dbh94]

@@shaunbeardo3027 I saw trail gear has a dual case as well

[@WillyMosesP]

Who is the local gear guy?

[@offroadhub.official]

I'll let you know.

[@clinterwin689]

You don’t happen to have the part number for those shifters do you?

[@offroadhub.official]

303009 and 344020

[@dannyarceosantos6160]

where is the ball bearing replacement?????????

[@hunterbodell1129]

Is there a reason your going with the atlas and not a marlin tcase

[@offroadhub.official]

I didn't want to shrink my gas tank. The Atlas is a relatively compact unit that'll give me a good low crawl ratio.

[@KMBlaster]

Only thing you will have left to do is, a V8 swap or a Supercharger

[@offroadhub.official]

I'll probably do a full roll cage before either of those! But those sound fun!

[@thatradkid]

man honestly, watching your video no this atlas is driving me nuts. you literally are hitting so many snags here and there. it does not look like a fun nor easy install. hopefully they can figure this out and make it smoother in the future. i want a 4sp but if half the time assembly is R&D figuring out how things are supposed to work, then it snot worth the price. idk, in my opinion i'm paying for the R&D that went into making a kit pretty brainless, but clearly thats not the case.

[@offroadhub.official]

Just learn from my mistakes, then your install will be easy! 😉