Jeep people know that between the Jeep driver's right hand and the core shifting mechanism at the NP / NVG (New Process and later New Venture Gear) transfer case is an overly complex linkage maze that increases shifting friction, mixes up clean leveraging and even pops the transfer case out of gear in certain situations.
Considered essential for conversions and modified TJ/LJ or XJ/MJ.
For YJ Wranglers and other Jeeps without the necessary interior shifter handle to run a cable shifter, our SK2X shifter replaces everything from the shift plate at the transfer case, right up to the shifter knob in the driver’s hand - in all of these Jeeps. For TJ/LJ, Rubicon, and ZJ models, we recommend the cable shifter version unless you either want or need to eliminate the interior handle.
Constructed from 3/16” CNC cut and bent steel with keyed index and professional welding on the fabricated tunnel side bracket. Parts are zinc plated for superior corrosion resistance.
Body mounting bracket with well-nuts for better fit, industrial/aircraft/marine grade cable, transfer case bracket, transfer case shifter arm, necessary hardware, and detailed instructions.
The transmission shown is the GM 4L60-E as adapted to the Jeep NP231. All conversion transmissions using Novak adapters are compatible with the SK2X, including some other adapter brands.
The SK2X fits pretty much anything with the listed transfer cases. This kit should work with almost any modification from a full engine/transmission conversion to a tummy tuck with long arms, or just a simple replacement for the poor stock linkage.
As the transfer case bracket attaches to two of the mounting locations for the transfer case itself and is independent of the transmission, it will fit nearly all transmission applications. There is a large amount of adjustability in this shifter in all directions.
This shifter fits all Jeep 6 bolt pattern NP/NVG (New Process/New Venture Gear) transfer cases including 207, 231, 242, 249 and similar (1988 up) EXCEPT for the 241OR. Most Dodge and the 242AMG transfer cases share the same pattern and should also work with this kit. This kit will not work with Chevy/GM 5 or 6 bolt transfer cases. See the links below for other cable shifter kits to meet your needs.
Your shifter will require a knob with 3/8-24 fine thread. We have two basic shapes and multiple engraving patterns. Choose the style that best meets your needs and preferences. Engraving will either be plain or the correct pattern for your particular transfer case.
NOTE: We apologize for the confusion. Our website refuses to remove the option to select a Knob Finish from these products. We are only selling our shifter knobs in a Grey Anodized Finish. Please select any random Knob Finish to satisfy the cart, we will disregard the selection when packaging your purchase.
If your stock boot is in good shape, it can be re-used. If not, we recommend this one. The deep pleats allow for generous travel and the included stainless steel bezel ring can be attached to the Jeep floor using sheet metal screws. The thru-hole in the boot is rectangular, as opposed to the round Novak cane, but will conform closely to the shape when installed. Heat shrink or a little electrical tape will add girth if necessary in that spot.
After a few changes to a Jeep, including powertrain upgrades, lifts, tucks, etc. the original transmission tunnel cover can get to looking pretty haggard. Novak's aluminum cover gives the installer a clean slate, and is undrilled to allow a match to your own particular installation. Read more about it here.
The bender rod as installed, showing an example configuration.
Normal hand tools along with a torch are usually all that’s required to install the shifter kit. Detailed instructions are included and may be viewed here.
Included with the #SK2X kit is an easily bendable, mock-up shift cane, allowing the installer to mold and bend it by hand to the proper shape to configure the installation prior to bending the actual steel shift cane. This dummy rod is inserted into the shifter bracket and then formed in any angle required to place the top of the shifter into the Jeep. Once satisfied with the shape and geometry, the rod is removed and can then be used as a template for the bends in the real rod. If the installer is uncomfortable with the bending process, the dummy rod can be taken to a fabricator as the blueprint.
Novak's SK2X kit has been designed for a variety of Jeeps and their gearbox options. It was a primary goal to make its installation as simple as possible. However, the installer will require some mechanical ability, an understanding of the principles of leverage, and the skill and facility to bend the shifter cane (typically using heat) to suit the particular Jeep's need.
If you are uncomfortable with such work, we recommend the services of a skilled mechanic.