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On the U-joints, what can I expect as far as cost is concerned? If it isn't too bad I may just have this done ASAP (like today).

Well, you'd want to check it first. If there is any play then replace. I believe U-joint (front one) replacement is rated at 1.7 hours for labor + parts (usually cheap) I did mine recently it was only $12 from NAPA. Of course I did it all by myself.

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