Tom Woods vs. JB Conversions 241 SYE????

[K85 Octane]

They both have them.
JB= $425 for flanged yoke, HD shaft, 32 spline, standard length
TW= $350 flanged yoke, stock shaft cut down with custom cut 28 spline, standard length

I'm happy with TW 208 SYE kit I have. I would love to save $75 bucks+ plus free shipping with TW. Is the "HD" shaft from JB really that necessary or stronger? (fully locked axles, soso easy driver)

If the JB setup still uses a 32 spline output, like my 208, I wonder if I can use my 208 yoke and save further money. Just not sure if it's the same length or if the bolt on the end will work.



$2800 for an Atlas. I looked @ the 2 speed w/ 4.3 lowbut that's really pricey right now. Just looking to replace the 208 with my 241 and clock it flat. I'll end up with a spare 208 already set up perfectly.

What are the opinions in the room?

 

[82355]

So you already have an NP208 with a slip yoke eliminator?

Martin

 

[K85 Octane]

Yes, Tom Woods setup

 

[82355]

Than I see no reason to swap to an NP241 unless you break something.

Martin

 

[muddermilitia]

Than I see no reason to swap to an NP241 unless you break something.

Martin

This

 

[K85 Octane]

hmmm
I'm swapping transmissions very soon and I already have a 241, so the swap isn't a big deal. Plus my clocking ring for whatever reason doesn't quite fit my 208, I haven't checked it on the 241 yet, but I sent it back to Kert to double check and said it was good. So I don't mind swapping them to get a slightly better T-case and low gear.

 

[Richcz28]

I think between the two t-cases the better one is the one you know works already. They are both aluminum and I believe have a similar low range.

 

[82355]

I'd save that money and put it towards a doubler.

Martin

 

[Deuling]

I'd save that money and put it towards a doubler.

Martin

I second that.


And then sell me your 208 sye



And wheres my A/F gauge dammit, lol

 

[4X4HIGH]

If you want to do a SYE on the 241 I would not even think about using a "stock shaft cut down with custom cut 28 spline, standard length". Stick with the JB conversion kit that uses a NEW shaft that is still 32 spline.

 

[K85 Octane]

I second that.

And then sell me your 208 sye

And wheres my A/F gauge dammit, lol

The doubler is nice, but if I went doubler, I'd prolly go th400. Not to mention both driveshafts would need modifying. Don't feel like doing that right now. I would more likely get an Atlas though, not sure why, just seems easier.

I've had to apologize to three members so far, it's been chaotic lately. Really makes you enjoy sitting down, where no one can bother you, and take the daily deuce.

If you want to do a SYE on the 241 I would not even think about using a "stock shaft cut down with custom cut 28 spline, standard length". Stick with the JB conversion kit that uses a NEW shaft that is still 32 spline.

true

 

[Smokinthehippies]

if memory serves, the 208 & 241 isnt exactly worlds apart. just run whatcha brung, until the atlas finds its way under your truck. less time building more time driving

 

[patrickgraven]

Im at work so I can't search, but when you do a sye what do you do about the driveshaft? Do you remove the slip yoke and use a ujoint or does the rear shaft have to be redone?

 

[muddermilitia]

Im at work so I can't search, but when you do a sye what do you do about the driveshaft? Do you remove the slip yoke and use a ujoint or does the rear shaft have to be redone?

Rear shaft will need to be re-done since it will now be longer

 

[Blue85]

And of course the rear shaft will now have a slip joint in it.

 

[patrickgraven]

Rear shaft will need to be re-done since it will now be longer

Cool thanks

 

[Stomis]

Save the 241 until you're ready for a doubler and then do a 241/205.