Should I rebuild the 4404 or just find a used one?

[peytontu]

I am debating whether or not to purchase a rebuild kit for my BW4404 or just try and find an entire used unit? Here are the symptoms: Upon acceleration there is a fairly loud pop, pop, pop until I ease off of the throttle.. Upon deceleration it pops a little as well and I can hear what I believe to be my chain clinking around a little from time to time.. When I was on a muddy road not too long ago a buddy outside of the vehicle noticed when i accelerated the front tires weren't spinning nearly as fast as they should be and since it was thick mud almost came to a stop as the rear tires continued to dig. In conclusion, I think it is the viscous clutch going out or possibly the chain has stretched?? Should I rebuild it? Any suggestions?? Thanks for your time.

 

[cybergasm]

Might be better off rebuilding your transfer case as oppose to used. Cause there another Member here that tried to replace his t-case with a used unit and is having problems with the used one also.

 

[pubenemy]

Im debating rebuilding mine also. Some of the kits are confusing on what you get, compared to what you may need. Like on ebay I see rebuild kits with a bunch of parts but no chain, then I always see the chain sold seperately. I know the rear part of my 4404 is bad, I guess I'll open it up and see what else may be damaged.
-Mike