Front drive shaft and stop light switch

[5tonman1971]

Ok so in my further investigation to my tire issue (ndts wore to cords after 70 miles) I disconnected my front drive shaft and put new tires in the front and man what a difference. I have a lot more speed and acceleration it's almost a new truck. The tires are now also not wearing and roll fine. Does this mean I might have a diffrent front axle with different gear ratios, or is my transfer case stuck in 6 wheel drive? I'm new to these trucks but not wrenching and I'm just confused as can be.

My second question is on is where is a good place to get a bendix stop light switch or something that would work mine is the air pressure type. I found one for 48$ but looks nothing like the one on the truck and found the original bendix one for 165$ any input on this?

 

[5tonman1971]

No one has had this issue or can give input or a test to see if I'm stuck in 6 wheel drive ?

 

[5tonman1971]

http://midwestjeepwillys.bmobilized.com/?task=get&url=http://midwestjeepwillys.com/ms75062-1.html
heres the link to the bendix switch and the only place I can find it. Any where I can get one cheaper?

 

[porkysplace]

No one has had this issue or can give input or a test to see if I'm stuck in 6 wheel drive ?

This may or may not help you diagnose your issue ; Frustrating 809-series sprag!
m818 transfer case engagement switches

Have you downloaded these TM's for the 809 series 5 ton ?

 

[juanprado]

Midland Haldex Be 13250 is a universal 1/4 npt 12 or 24 v stoplight air brake switch. Can be found at napa or any hd parts. Does not have military connectors but easily adapted as it has 2 ring terminals. Will save you big $

http://epi.hbsna.com/Products/Produ...4398B064557B6D94435E&pf_id=BE13250&dept_id=92

 

[5tonman1971]

This may or may not help you diagnose your issue ; Frustrating 809-series sprag!
m818 transfer case engagement switches

Have you downloaded these TM's for the 809 series 5 ton ?

Yes i I have and read all the way thru the threads nothing really fits my issue but I will be checking the actuator. It just seems like there's a gear ratio difference between the front axle or the out put of the t case

 

[porkysplace]

Yes i I have and read all the way thru the threads nothing really fits my issue but I will be checking the actuator. It just seems like there's a gear ratio difference between the front axle or the out put of the t case

I doubt it is a gear ratio difference , not many choices of gear ratio's made. It sounds more like a alignment issue or something in the front axle.The troubleshooting section of the TM's is your next step.

 

[doghead]

Do not post the same question in multiple threads. That is called cross-posting. It is against the rules.


Your sprage may be stuck, messed up or have the air lines on incorrectly. The shuttle valve may be stuck also.

 

[RustyM923]

It sounds like your xfer case was locked in (you describe changes in steering)

 

[5tonman1971]

It sounds like your xfer case was locked in (you describe changes in steering)

Yes with the front drive shaft on it seemed to pull to the left and the left front wheel was the worst and she would only get to 45 mph and it took a good mile to get there

 

[FMJ]

Did your front hubs turn easily when you replaced your tires?

 

[5tonman1971]

Did your front hubs turn easily when you replaced your tires?

Yes they turned fine with no play in them at all