Transfer Case Junk, Big Trouble?

[Iron Monkey]

Alright Guys, thanks… I have learned a lot from Ya’ll and need your input.
Just picked up my Jim Henry Deuce M35A2 Truck and transfer case is making a variable screeching noise at any speed.
I have the Air Locker front axle setup.
Locking Front Hubs, unlocked.
Moving the Air Locker lever slightly makes the noise constant. Lever in OUT position.
Transfer case:
I checked the oil, looks dirty but full.
I drained the Oil and the magnet plug had about 1 table spoon of metal sludge on it.
Also, these metal items were found inside with a magnet rod.
What do ya’ll think? Jim is a great guy and will fix or replace anything to make it good.
Serious? Fix or replace the Transfer? Fill it with clean oil and forget it if the noise stops?
Tom

 

[m16ty]

Looks like you're missing a setscrew and the small pieces look like a bearing cage. I'd be looking for a replacement t-case.

 

[73m819]

Looks like it might be a bit lighter now, I would replace or rebuild, it is not designed to run in the light weight mode

 

[gringeltaube]

Yes, chipped ball bearing cage & safety wire at least plus one of the three set crews came off. By pulling just the front output section you will be able to know where its missing and if only that section or better the whole TC needs repair.

G.

 

[rchalmers3]

Oh boy, looks like fun....

Have you cracked one of them open before?

Rick

 

[docfarmall]

You really need to get a new or rebuilt transfer that is not a good sign you have a bearing fixin to go and go soon

 

[gimpyrobb]

Hey guys, Jim is a first class citizen. He said he will make it right. He sure saved my azz when I was in trouble in NC. I wouldn't worry too much.

 

[motomacguyver]

That much "stuff" out of something as minor as the kitchen bread mixer, is a problem. A tablespoon of filings is A LOT. I'm hopeful the seller will make it right. (No personal experience to go on with the seller.)

 

[CARNAC]

I would be highly surprised if Jim didn't make it right with you especially if you just picked it up.

 

[Iron Monkey]

Question:

45 mile Trip to take it back....Drive it or Tow it? I know, it is just another adventure!

I kinda a figure ya'll would tell it like it is. I have cracked open many things and fixed most!

But, I am going to let Jim Henry, Rant and Rave for at least half a day while he fixes it! You are right about Jim...I have seen him lose money to make it right! Heck of a Guy and 100% Character! ( Think Wiley Coyote )

Thank Tom

 

[73m819]

Put ON A TRUCK, don't drive/tow, unless you drop the drive line so the xcase does not turn, then tow

 

[Iron Monkey]

Roger That!!!

Figured when it locks all up , it goes BOOM and stops real quick!

Tom

 

[G-Force]

Roger That!!!

Figured when it locks all up , it goes BOOM and stops real quick!

Tom

It won't "Stop" when it goes "BOOM".........
It just won't go anymore.......