Another 4wd issue
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Sounds more like the axle stub needle bearings are dry.
Reach around the back of the front wheels and try to rotate the axle u-joint by hand. If it's gritty or ratchety, the needle bearings are shot.
If they just will not move no matter what, remove the hubs and see if they are stuck. It's not too hard to get the hubs out, but you might need a rubber mallet.
Reach around the back of the front wheels and try to rotate the axle u-joint by hand. If it's gritty or ratchety, the needle bearings are shot.
If they just will not move no matter what, remove the hubs and see if they are stuck. It's not too hard to get the hubs out, but you might need a rubber mallet.