Discussion Starter · #6 · Dec 9, 2008. Update: I swapped out the transfer case over the weekend. The local salvage yard had a NP231C on the shelf for $100.00, so I bought it. Another yard sold me a shifter assembly for $40.00. They both bolted in place of the NP233 without a hitch, so now I've got a manual transfer case! Jeep. 4x4 Posi-Lok replaces the vacuum actuator with a cable operated actuator that puts the driver in control of the engagement from inside the cab. After engaging the transfer case, a one inch pull of the 4x4 Posi-Lok cable connects the right front axle to the intermediate shaft using the shift collar and fork, and 4-wheel drive is engaged! If your refferring to the 97 in your sig, then Idon't see why you couldn't convert it to a manual shift transfer case. You would probably need to get a new transfer case harness and splice a few wires to get the disconnect and instrument lights to work in addition to cutting the h*** and installing the shifter assembly and trim piece. JeffsJeep04 Install the Inner axle bearing. This goes inside the differential carrier on the pass side and is what the "short-shaft" rides on. It is NOT there in the AWD versions. Install the right side axle assembly according to the repair manual. Don't forget to check (and adjust) axle end-play IAW the manual. as for swapping to a manual 4wd shifter id replace the hubs first and see if that solves your problem for not engaging the front wheels. Smoke-. I got more information from a dealer who said the manual lever (in the '06 anyways) is actually a glorified electronic switch. He says both the dashboard switch and the manual floor lever send an elec signal to the Tcase. This makes it sound like the Tcase is the same no matter which system is in place. Manual 4wd to Electronic. Thread starter UpInSm0kE; Start date Nov 29, 2017; Prev. 1; 2; First Prev 2 of 2 Go to page. Go. Dec 1, 2017 #11 OP . OP. This picture is from a 10-12 Ram with the transmission shifter in the console (which I do not have) but if I convert to the center console maybe I will just cut a h*** for the 4wd shifter like Description The Manual Transfer Case Conversion Bracket will ease the process of swapping out the BW1356 Electric Shift Transfer Case for a Manual Shift Transfer Case. It's frustrating enough to have your electric motor fail on your BW1356 transfer case when you really need 4WD. Electric Power Steering Conversion Kits. Many aftermarket companies offer electric power-assist steering conversion kits. They cover a wide range of vehicles, including classics and hot rods. This electric-power steering kit fits a Ford Mustang from 1968 to 1970. By swapping out the hydraulic steering pieces, the engine bay is cleaner. Joined Apr 23, 2010. 5 Posts. #11 · Apr 23, 2010. I am currently doing this conversion on my 1999 F350 6 speed diesel. I just pulled my trans out tonight and will put a 4x4 trans in. I'm doing this conversion in two phases- 1st to get 4x4 trans and transfer case in, shorten the drive shaft and then sell my 2wd manual trans. Discussion Starter · #1 · Oct 23, 2013. Greetings, I have read some writeups on the manual shift conversion for push-button BW 1356 transfer cases but I am looking for more detail in parts interchangeability. I am not familiar with the year (s) Ford transitioned from the AODE to E40DE. Basically, I am looking at buying an '89 Bronco with the This kit will convert your 1980s or early 1990s 70