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Old Jun 3, 2012 | 11:04 PM
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I have a 2000 and when i turn sharp it feels like it is in 4wd in the front, is it ujoints or wheel bearings?
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Old Jun 3, 2012 | 11:10 PM
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Honestly it could be either of the two. You are going to have to check the u-joint for play, then jack up the wheel and see if there is any play in the hub.
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Old Jun 3, 2012 | 11:24 PM
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thanks it also makes a noise [poping or jurking] when i put it in drive or rev
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Old Jun 3, 2012 | 11:30 PM
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Sounds like joints, but double check.
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I'll take U-joints for $50, Alex.
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yup axle shaft u-joints.

but first check to see if it is in 4wd (full time or part time hi).
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