Looking for a transfer case! Any help?

[WideOpenThrottl]

I bought a 2004 2500 Cummins a few weeks back and the boy said it had a vacuum leak and the 4WD wasn't working but when you jack it up and spin the front wheels the transfer case makes a knock noise at about the same points of spin. I've looked for a used transfer case but apparently they are like gold; I can find the newer (08) Ford 271 transfer cases for $200. But the cheapest Dodge one I've found is $750 and $1000 Remaned.

My cousin who has several of same truck, owns a excavating company, said he use to get them for $350-$400 all day until he got all new 2011 2500's and hasn't had the issue.

So the question is, am I better off getting mine rebuilt or does anyone know someone who can get one cheaper?

[4n_eatr]

I'd get it rebuilt. It might be a PITA to find an adapter plate for a chevy TC. Or you could look into an NP205 if you're looking for a bulletproof one. They put those in a lot of aftermarket applications so there should be an adapter for it to whatever trans you have. They should be cheaper than $700 (last time I looked a couple years ago).

[Timido]

get a book and rebuild it yourself I bet a chain and bearings is not that much

[WideOpenThrottl]

Have you ever seen the "blow apart" view of these? Very intimidating lol

http://www.enterpriseengine.com/product/np241-exploded-parts-diagram/

Chain is 150 and rebuild kit is 300. But there could be more wrong or less. I'd hate to half ass it as blow it.

[Timido]

Take your time they are not that bad. If you get a used one I'll buy the hurt one from you