NP 231 T-case linkage bushings

[1987Comanche]

My NP231 (90, 4.0, AX15) has been getting a good workout with all the snow we've had recently. So far I've had 2 instances where I've unsuccessfully tried to go from 2HI to 4HI. The first time I pulled the lever to the detent and didn't have 4 HI. Cycled the lever again and it went in. This afternoon was the same story except I was able to pull the lever an extra 1/2 back after driving a few hundred feet and felt it pop into 4HI. I'm guessing bad bushings on the T-case linkage.

Any write ups on this and/or P/N for the bushing kit? I'd imagine it's an exercise similar to changing wiper linkage bushings. My search results have all been related to 2 to 4WD conversions.

[500 MJ]

I've never done a replacement of the bushings, but I've taken them apart with screwdrivers before. They pop in and out, I would assume that they can be changed out easily, In fact I would guess that getting the linkage off of the body and trans is going to be harder for you than changing the bushings.

[Motion Offroad]

Bushings should be available in a pack of like 5-8 in the "HELP!" section of your local auto parts store.

[cody4359]

you can also adjust the linkage. take off the plastic cover below the tcase hande. i believe there is supose to be .125 (1/8") from the handle to the stop/bracket when its engaged in 4lo. in your hayes manual it tells you how to do it.