LONGJP2
TJ Expert
This doesn't mean he knows anything about Jeeps, just that he hasn't towed one far enough to cause an obvious problem.
Is there a problem with being towed like this?
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OP
Only 3 and a half hours but as inferred my driver is a dunce. Been 6 hours and he’s still not there.
the nearest place you trust for a misfire is 3 1/2 hours away?
OP
I've been chasing this misfire for half a year now and it has gotten on my nerves so yes. Took it to a local shop with no luck either. Called another reputable jeep shop who said he wouldn't be able to diagnose the misfire as efficiently as his friend (who I am taking it to.) I have it pretty narrowed down to a wiring issue.
how does the front axle try to spin the transmission in 2wd? yes the pavement rotates the front shaft but in 2wd the tcase gears for the front axle are not engaged. if im not mistaken the chain even spins inside the case yes but the other end is not engaged on the output shaft of the tcase unless it is in 4 low or 4 high.
I'm not positive but ive rebuilt a few transfer cases and im just not following this assertion.
Lubrication is another Factor entirely for the TCase, as the pump is driven by... damn I think its the rear output shaft, which would be not spinning. the only moving parts would be said chain and front output shaft and associated gears, which should be totally immersed in fluid based on the angle of the jeep.
In short, im no expert and there's obviously better ways to tow, but i think you'll be fine.
In short, im no expert and there's obviously better ways to tow, but i think you'll be fine.
WestCoastDan
TJ Addict
Your driver has 18 years experience, and while that sounds impressive, I have friends that have been stupid since they were born and they are still getting by & dodging bullets purely by the grace of God.
My point is that just because someone has experience doesnt mean that they have brains.
My point is that just because someone has experience doesnt mean that they have brains.
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Whatever may end up happening, if anything, it's good that you have a picture of how it was towed away and I hope you have the paperwork to prove it was towed at all.
Good Luck
Good Luck
Old_Crow
TJ Enthusiast
You said the driver insisted on dollying the front wheels? If so, you should be okay. That's equivalent to all 4 wheels off the ground.
Owners manual says trans in park transfer case in neutral,I don’t get the(it will slide off thing)?
+1. If it's tied down securely it's not going anywhere. It's not like he's just putting the tires on the dolly and depending on the tires and the drivetrain to hold it up there.
As long as oil can get into the mode hub where it rides on the rear output shaft then it's probably ok. I don't know if that's far enough forward to be submerged at that angle or not.
OP
Update, transfer case didn’t explode thankfully. It got to the shop and the technician drove it 6 miles.
Vtx531
TJ Addict
Does this mean the tcase gets severe wear with no oil if the Jeep is driven in 4-hi with the rear driveshaft disconnected?
No, because the output shaft is still being driven so the oil pump is still active.