you guys are awesome. making me feel alot better about this. i tried the set screw in front of the gearbox. it was tight. the front driveshaft turns like it should when i roll the rear wheels, but no driveshaft movement at all when i roll the front wheels. the brake looks like it will work fine with a properly functioning front diff. i can hear like a fine scratching when i twist the front wheels, sorta like gears not catching all the way. ive never torn down a car to the differential, but there is a first time for everything.. i'll post pics as i go. im assuming start with the bumper and steering rack cover? thank god for this manual.. lol