[terryjm1]

I have been trying to find a used 1.4 LT230 transfer case. I found one at a Land Rover shop that does LS conversions.

However, he says it is an earlier “steel back case” and that some people prefer them while others want the newer versions.

Is there any reason I wouldn’t want a “steel back case” for my project?

Thanks,

Terry

 

[Red90]

I've never heard that phrase. They all have aluminum cases. What I would watch out for is wear in the input gear splines.

 

[steinhnj]

Any reason not to go with Ashcroft? They can ship DHL direct to your door.

 

[seekerbeta]

maybe hes talking about the intermediate shaft bushing? thats a common upgrade to prevent leaks, but i dont think its Model Year Dependant.

 

[Baldewin]

Was the inspection plate for the input gear made of steel on early ones?

 

[Ephry73]

That’s what I was thinking. Maybe he’s referring to the PTO back plate

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[terryjm1]

He is sending photos in the morning, That should clear it up.

 

[carlosz]

a steel plated t case is that of a series and not the lt230 if I recall correctly.

 

[Ephry73]

For example, just to add more madness to the topic, my lt230 20D 1.66 ratio transfer case, does have a steel PTO cover plate. Not the aluminum one. It s an early case and possibly a miss mush of parts being an ExMOD truck. Just verified this five minutes ago as I was checking my plan of attack for this weekend.
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[terryjm1]

For example, just to add more madness to the topic, my lt230 20D 1.66 ratio transfer case, does have a steel PTO cover plate. Not the aluminum one. It s an early case and possibly a miss mush of parts being an ExMOD truck. Just verified this five minutes ago as I was checking my plan of attack for this weekend.
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That helps explain his description. He has not yet sent the photos. I did find one (with aluminum PTO cover) from another forum member here and it is on the way. Thanks Eric!

 

[o2batsea]

You want a later case as it has the oil supply issue addressed.