drive line trouble

[GatorBate]

I'm doing the YJ spring conversion using OME 2" lift. When I got the rear end put together I noticed that when the springs are fully extended the U joint on the Transfer Case binds up on the cap bolts. What is the fix for this. Is it a new drive shaft or drop the Transfer Case down an inch or so or is there a better fix?

 

[Torxhead]

From what I have seen and read a 2" lift on a CJ5 does require a Transfer Case drop and shims on the rear diff springs to rotate the pinion angle up. There are other options like using a CV joint and rotating the pinion angle by rewelding the axle spring pads. There can be issues on the front drive line as well.

 

[73CJ]

Double Cardan from Tom Woods. End of problem. You will need to rotate the pinion up to point at the Transfer Case output.