The throw out bearing, if I remember correctly (*looking back through my mind's eye...*) is a very much sealed unit and is NOT prone to clogging or seizing due to sand or mud.

Were I you, I'd look at some of the more obvious culprits that Chris mentioned.

Best o' luck,

Jim - ZU'tah Wheeler

'96 Rodeo LS 4x with 3.2L SOHC V6 (6VD1-V) & MUA5
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