NV231/NP231 Transfer Case Rebuild Part 1

[@triplecranks]

An easy method for pulling blind hole needle bearings is to put grease in the bottom of the hole. Take a shaft (I use a wooden dowel) of the same diameter. You could also use an old transmission shaft. Drive the shaft in with a hammer with a few sharp blows. The hydraulic pressure will push the bearing right out. Works every time. I use that method for removing pilot bushings in a clutch plate.

[@DickShooter]

There is an oil hole that lubricates the bearing. The grease would shoot out that hole.

[@slant6guy]

Using the 6mm bolts to get that damper off helped A LOT here on the _NP231J SYE upgrade...while in there did the 3-->6 gear planetary swap, Teraflex 2WD low + the 1"-->1-1/4" wide chain upgrade_ . This was a good video to watch before the NP231J here was worked on. Thank you *ASAP Automotive Channel* for this video!

[@bob5856]

Great tip on raising the blind puller up a bit. I was about to give up using my puller. Your trick worked great!

[@yosemitesamiam]

Best resource on the net! Thanks for this. My kid’s XJ tcase is 100% after one winter of abuse.

[@erniemark19621]

For cleaning parts I use mineral spirits in a spray bottle. Great for plastic parts. It's great for degreasing before painting also.

[@paulkaufman4901]

I would have appreciated a listing of all special tools needed. I caught the OTC Seal driver kit number but, did not get any useful info on the correct pliers needed or the other puller you used on the bearing. Maybe you can add that for future viewers?

[@twistedwired]

Great video. I have a knocking sound coming from my T Case when driving, I was hoping to get a clue what it is from this vid.

[@martinmoffitt4702]

Thanks learned a a lot... unfortunately our patient had the chain let go and come through the case.....so a junk yard special is going back in(I recommended a rebuild but they are selling it..) Merry Christmas BE SAFE!

[@orygunchainsawmassacre6761]

Damned good vid

[@MacGyversWorkshop]

You need my expanding snap ring pliers LOL!

[@Thecamp12345]

How you get the inner retaining clip in?

[@jccadventures3667]

What rebuild kit did you use?

[@duramax78]

Hi from Alberta, I have a 2009 Escalade ext awd, I have to sun gears seems like only 1 will fit at a time is there a trick to get the suns on.? Tia.

[@robertpc100]

can you tell me what kit you bought for your re-build and best deal for a good quality product.ive looked at lits on e-bay that are like 154.00 with everything but not sure if all parts are acceptable or if bearings are re-manufactured and such.Also it mentions for 15mm bearing shaft or something and i havent torn into mine yet but plan today cause im doin sye kit and clutch but just wanted to get new chain and pump and seals and bearings i know ill need .Can you point me in right direction.You have did a great job and im trying to follow you.mine is a 231-j and i know its new process or new venture as says on my sticker and basically same.i just dont want to get stuff i dont need and a good product.Need some help,im confused with all ways amazon and e-bay list stuff.Thank you and awesome job

[@jeremyyoung7279]

If mine has the harmonic balancer on, do I need to put it back on or can I leave it off?

[@theasapautomotivechannel6815]

If you are doing the slip yoke eliminator kit then it does away with it.

[@garybrown9719]

Don't get stupid great advice

[@MacGyversWorkshop]

It's so CUTE! Where's it's Mommy?

[@Thecamp12345]

How you get in the retainer clip the inside one