Thump on sharp turns
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From: Long Island USA
Yup. Reach around back of the wheel, with the wheels straight and try to turn the u-joint by hand - it should be somewhat hard to get moving, but once moving be smooth and not gritty or ratchety.
There's probably a 50/50 chance it's the hubs sticking, OR the needle bearings are shot.
There's probably a 50/50 chance it's the hubs sticking, OR the needle bearings are shot.
