Thanks Grippa. So if I jack one rear wheel it might *slowly* unwind? If it doesn't, then what's the likely prognosis? Note that 2WD drive is flawless. Thanks!

Just found this on the internet, answered my own question really :) --- Permanent 4wd vehicles obviously use 4wd on the road. A differential on the drive shaft connecting the front and rear axles will enable this to be done safely with no adverse affects on the vehicle. In a selectable 4wd...

Another Q (forgive my ignorance).. what do you mean by a "wound up" transfer box, and why would using 4WD on the road cause it (not that I would anyway)? Thanks for any help!! :)

You can't drive on the road with 4WD if the conditions require it? Not that i've had a chance to anyway. The previous owner told me he put it into 4WD when it was raining, and i'm pretty sure he used it on the road. Since i've had it, 4WD hasn't worked. Just tested it again on the driveway...

Hi, I have a Series III, 88 from 1976. It has an overdrive fitted and freewheeling hubs. I usually drive in 2WD - no problems. When I want to engage 4WD in High Range, I make sure the hubs are locked into 4wd and I push the yellow lever down. When I set off, the front wheels lock up and...