I don't understand the vacuum actuator mechanism but I did look at the Trooper info in the manual and there is a 4 bolt flange coming out of the front pumpkin to connect to a more robust front drive shaft. If TOD is present on the Trooper then it has a round 6 bolt flange to connect to the limp wristed Front TOD shaft. At least the length of Trooper and VX front shafts are identical 22.7 inches. So I'm with Chris - the next move may be a 4 hi transfer case with no TOD wiring!!!