Turning with a 4x4

[Smitty]

Has been close to 30 years since I had my last 4x4 truck. I sort of remember with my old 4x4 that when I turned the wheels in 4x4 mode I would get this loping sensation (lack of a better turn). I notice it also does it in my 2017 Ram. I am assuming that this is normal on 4x4's? What causes it?

Thanks

[noplugs]

Well the 4x4 on these trucks isnt full time. So anytime you turn on non slippery surfaces one or two wheel  turn faster than the others and its not designed to accommodate different wheel speeds so the driveline will bind up. This is why its only for dirt/mud/ice/snow. etc where its easy for wheels to slip. AWD vehicles have a limited slip style setup that connects the front an rear drivelines allowing one to move at a different rate than the other.