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2nd Gen Ram Tech1994-2001 Rams: This section is for TECHNICAL discussions only, that involve the 1994 through 2001 Rams. For any non-tech discussions, please direct your attention to the "General discussion/NON-tech" sub sections.
If the front is an open differential like the rear axle, why the surging/shaking? As far as I can figure, it should let the front tires spin at different speeds in a turn and keep everything smooth.
In 4 wheel drive the transfer case locks the front and rear together and when turning the front and rear wheels turn at different speeds creating a binding.