Drivetrain

Doesn't sound normal to me. Ensure you have tires of exactly the same type and size (within 1/2" circumference). If not, correct immediately. Try some tight circles/figure '8s' in a parking lot. Any jerkiness/grabbing is likely a symptom of 'torque bind'. not good.

Carl

Hi Carl

Tyres are identical. It does seem a bit grabby......I'm reluctant to ask, but what is torque bind? It sounds expensive!

Brian

I assume you have a manual tranny. If so you have a viscous coupled center differetnial. They are less prone to developing torque bind (failure of the center differential - that is, it behaves as if it is locked up) than the auto tranniies but it is not impossible. I suppose it could be something else. Very slight possibility you have a frozen U-joint or some issue with a brake caliper, CV joint or bearing. My guess is torque bind. Try searching this newsgroup for 'torque bind' or over at

If it is the center diff. it will need replacing.

Carl