TC linkage with switch from B/A-10 to AX-15

[jpdriver1]

we put an ax-15 from my 90 Mj into the 89 Mj -- TC linkage doesn't line up ===== 

 

 

Suggestions?  

 

thanks 

 

Kevin 

[mjeff87]

The AX15 has very specific parts, unlike all the other trannies behind the 2.5/4.0. 

 

You our need the crossmember, which is divoted in the center.  You also need the bracket that attaches to the trans/transfer case, along with the bracket that bolts to the trans tunnel.  The swivel/heim in the bracket is offset towards the rear for the AX15, while all the others are centered.   You also need the rod that connects the shifter linkage to the TC range bracket, it's a specific length.  The Ax4/5, BA10/5 rod is too short, and the AW4 rod is too long.

[jpdriver1]

thanks mjeff --- retained all of the parts from my 90 that was totaled in an accident --- just surprised to see the two brackets not lined up (bracket on tc & frame). 

 

guess it's time to look into the upgrade solutions, eh? 

[mjeff87]

You can go with a Novac shifter or similar aftermarket solution, which are actually functionally better than the craptastick stock setup.....they don't tie the shift mechanism together between the body and the driveline in such stupid fashion.  But they're not as cheap as the factory setup (so long as you have all the correct little pieces/parts.