Thread: Another transfer case noise. ..

Drop the transfer case oil into a nice clean container and have a look for any excessive metal contamination

Thanks Shane,
Yes we already checked that, and there is the usual metal flakes etc. which is disconcerting but from what I've read elsewhere that's pretty well normal.
The transfer will be flushed and oil is being changed ($80/litre)
I'll be doing mine too just in case!
This noise seems to be the bearing in the rear output flange.
The kit is part no LRO39528. We are dropping the prop shaft and removing the flange tomorrow, then will know for sure.
On the topic of contamination, I've also read that the transmission is far less likely to develop problems by fitting the modified sump and filter kit and then changing the fluid every 80k rather than the suggested 'lifetime' arrangement.
If so, it's not a difficult or expensive modification and I'd be keen to do that to mine as well. Anything to save the wear.. And possible future expense.
Rob.

If you need some photos of whats inside the magna steyr transfer case, have a look here:
Magna Steyr DD295 Transfer Box Teardown


Royal Purple list their syncromax oil as meeting the shell TF 0753 spec. That's what Im currently running in my D3 and its a hell of a lot cheaper than $80 a litre
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Thanks Shane,
That's an excellent reference and great advice.
I hope we don't need to go inside the case, but as most of the fear is in the unknown, it seems less daunting now.
Definitely worth picking up a spare to rebuild at the right price just in case.
Rob.

Rob don't feel bad the case likely has never had the oil changed we see heaps like that it seems everyone thinks these vehicles don't require servicing..😠. The case is actually very easy to remove and not difficult to disassemble. It is quite a stupid idea that in order to replace a simple output seal you need to disassemble the case as the seals are fitted from the inside 😠😠😠. Anyway they do a good job considering.

Jc

Hi Rob,
Same as shanegtr, I've been running RP Syncromax, diff oils and engine oils for about 10 years now with no problems at all. RP won't fix something that is broken it just stops things breaking in the first place.

Cheers Marty.

Just a follow up.
The rear transfer output case bearing was rattly.
With the help of a friendly visiting puma owner and cane toad 'Muddy' we floated the car to a recommended indy at seven hills. Turns out the bearing would have made the trip but we weren't to know.
They have done hundreds of these. Mostly for LR dealers.
Aparently there has been a problem with the preload settings ex factory which causes premature bearing failure. (140-180k)
It's generally outside warranty though.
So a day in the shop, transfer bearing overhaul and good as new.
My mate was quoted 2260 drive in drive out to overhaul his box.
They only charged him 1500 since the work was less than allowed.
Can't fault their integrity.
Could have been far worse.
Thanks for all the advice Shane JC and Marty and to Graeme for his recommendation.
Rob.

Originally Posted by Rob king

Just a follow up.
The rear transfer output case bearing was rattly.
With the help of a friendly visiting puma owner and cane toad 'Muddy' we floated the car to a recommended indy at seven hills. Turns out the bearing would have made the trip but we weren't to know.
They have done hundreds of these. Mostly for LR dealers.
Aparently there has been a problem with the preload settings ex factory which causes premature bearing failure. (140-180k)
It's generally outside warranty though.
So a day in the shop, transfer bearing overhaul and good as new.
My mate was quoted 2260 drive in drive out to overhaul his box.
They only charged him 1500 since the work was less than allowed.
Can't fault their integrity.
Could have been far worse.
Thanks for all the advice Shane JC and Marty and to Graeme for his recommendation.
Rob.

Hi Rob.

What's the name of the Indy at Seven Hills? Sounds like he is one to keep in mind for any future work. Please PM me if you don't want to make it public.

Martin