4x4 issue

[zaspencer5768]

So I bought my first 4x4 and it's an eddie bauer expedition. And I had a question because I am having trouble with the 4x4. The front wheels are not spinning as rapidly as the rear wheels. When I engage it into 4x4 the front drive shaft moves so I know it's not the transfer case. The reason I'm asking is because I got stuck in the river. I already mended one of the vacuum hoses located behind the battery on the passenger side. But I still feel like the front should spin as fast as the rear. Any help is greatly appreciated.

 

[Bedrck47]

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[tonydiv]

Yep, need to know the year of the truck to be able to help.

 

[zaspencer5768]

The truck is a 1997

 

[Bedrck47]

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kindly update your signature line with year model and engine information. This can be done in the USER CP section as this information helps others give you replies specific to your expy

 

[JUST4FUN]

If you drive it on a hard surface then it would bind if the front axle was turning slower in 4x4

 

[zaspencer5768]

Okay so I updated my signature.
I hear no binding when I drive slow. But when I was at the river it was the reason for me getting stuck. My rear wheels would spin but my front wouldn't go as fast.

 

[zaspencer5768]

I guess a better question would be.. If I get on gravel or wet grass. Should all 4 of my wheels leave ruts if I mash on the gas.. If I do that only my rear wheels leave marks.