205 support

[mctrigger]

so the other day i removed my 205 to replace the adaptor and seals. originally this unit never had the torque rod that supported it to the bell housing which likely led to the cracked adaptor. so i had built my own support to the frame web with gusseted plate and rubber bushings. however when i removed this unit i was shocked on how heavy it was how it never ripped off in a field is beyond me. the case hangs low about an inch bushing between the frame and crossmember so i was thinking about making a skid plate for her. i would secure the plate to the existing crossmember and then to a new piece of channel bolted to the frame behind it but being a heavy beast i was wondering if it would hurt to put some poly rubber bushings shimmed up tight on the rear most part of the t-case which would be secured to the skid plate.. or is this too much support too much frame stress?? any in put would be great.

 

[BoondocK5]

Clicky

I am going to fab up something similar to this, using bushings from DIY4X and some scrap metal I have access to.

I'll probably send Kert a prototype piece and have him fab them up for everyone.

 

[mctrigger]

only prob is would have to remove it to change oil... i think 1/8 plate would be sufficent for a skid plate. what you think??

 

[wasted wages]

another thing that will break adaptors is not enough slip yoke clearance on the front driveshaft.....when the suspension cycles into full compression......the driveshaft slip yoke goes into solid stack....all the force is thrust backwards towards the front input shaft of the T-case....which twists the t-case and snaps the adapter....ask me how I learned that lesson....

check the front slip yoke and see if there are contact marks on the slip collar... could be the cause if your are rough with the truck front end.....