Transfer Case

[J Rich]

I would Like to know which transfer case is the best the 1345 or 1356 or np208 and if the 1356 and np208 is a direct hook up replacement for the1345? My 1345 needs repair and I was just wondering if it is worth it. Thanks

 

[Broncobill78]

the 1356 is considered by many to be one of Ford's best xfer cases. It's sturdier than the 1345 or the 208 (the chain is about 25% largerthan the one on the 208) and is much lighter due to the magnesium case.

 

[Justshootme84]

Neither one are a "direct replacement". While all Ford t-cases share the same bolt pattern, each one has a specific shifter linkage, along with different shifter locations on the floor. The NP208 shifter is in the center of the floor ***** while the BW 13-56 shifter is on the side next to your foot when on the gas pedal. JSM84

 

[Broncobill78]

Hey JSM, didn't the 1345 have a provision for a PTO ? Might be worth keeping/rebuilding just to preserve that option or at the very least keep the old on & stick it under the workbench so it's available later on if you want/need that PTO option.

 

[Justshootme84]

Hey JSM, didn't the 1345 have a provision for a PTO ? Might be worth keeping/rebuilding just to preserve that option or at the very least keep the old on & stick it under the workbench so it's available later on if you want/need that PTO option.

No PTO.

 

[J Rich]

Thanks you Guys. I have another ? are any difference in the NP 435 And A BW T18 And T19 in Duribility?

 

[Justshootme84]

Thanks you Guys. I have another ? are any difference in the NP 435 And A BW T18 And T19 in Duribility?

Not very much, in my opinion. Main difference will be in the gear ratio options. CHeck Novak Enterprises website for more details.