TJ NP231 Transfer Case Rebuild?????

Nagol02TJ

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I've got some questions and need some educated answers. I've recently purchased an 02 Wrangler TJ Sport with the NP231J Transfer Case. When I purchased the Jeep I soon found out that this transfer case had no oil in it. I've recently broke down the TC, but need some help in rebuilding. This Wrangler Sport has a 2.5" lift and I plan on lifting it to a 4" withing a year or so. With that being said, I need to rebuild my TC because some of the bearings were shot due to the lack of oil when purchased, but do not want to do double work. So, when I am rebuilding my TC I'd like to build it right the first time to set myself up for the future upgrade.

My questions: which rebuild kit is best at an affordable price and should I go ahead with the SYE kit? If so, would an SYE kit be bad with a 2.5" lift until I get a larger lift? I also need both forks because they were damaged/worn from the lack of oil.

Lastly, I'd like to mention that this is my current daily driver(well not now but will be once rebuilt).