I have a TJ Rubicon transfer case that I tore down to replace the mod and shift lever consumables. But during the assembly I accidentally destroyed a plastic thrust washer. I have spent the better part of 2 weeks trying to find the thrust washer that the input gear rides on inside the planetary. The only thing I can figure is I have to order a new planetary from mopar at a $1400 price tag. Has anyone else tried to find this piece. I've come to the conclusion to ordering UHMW plastic stock and machine it into a thrust washer to get me by for 1 weekend of wheeling. However I dont believe it will last long term. I believe I'll end up ordering a bronze piece to machine and replace the plastic. But have some concerns that ATF +4 is not the correct lubricant for a bronze thrust washer. Would just like to hear other peoples opinions.
The attached link is to pictures of my situation.
TJ transfer case thrust washer pictures
The attached link is to pictures of my situation.
TJ transfer case thrust washer pictures