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Old 11-06-2008, 12:26 PM
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I recently replaced my actuator (1 week ago) and today it broke. I am doing the bypass with the cable but I also want to know why it keeps busting? There must be some sort of a problem does anyone know what it is?

Thanks to mysons95 I have a how to I can go by. Thanks
 
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Old 11-06-2008, 01:11 PM
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I believe it has to do with the rubber seal(too thin?). Someone needs to come up with a revised design I would say.
 
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Could be crappy aftermarket parts... The original actuators last quite a long time.
 
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I believe it has to do with the rubber seal(too thin?). Someone needs to come up with a revised design I would say.
The issues we have with 4WD on these things is why vacuum-actuated 4WD is a thing of the past. It's all electronic/hydraulic, or fully manual, these days.
 
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Here's the fix. Fun little project.
 
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Old 11-07-2008, 08:50 PM
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Thanks again mysons95 I left you thanks as well in original post. I found your how to and its gonna fix my 4x4. Your a life saver man. Thanks
 
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Old 11-08-2008, 04:35 AM
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Glad to help out. It's a fun project and you feel like you are accomplishing something instead of just fixing something that's broken.

Now your 4WD will lock in and stay locked in.
 
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