I have actually asked a similar question before and came to the conclusion it does not matter.
Yes maybe I use a bit more fuel and yes there will be more wear as more parts are moving.
But what about the front differential. If the 4x4 is not engaged but the hubslocked. Then the front axles must be pushing the front diff gear.
The pressure must be on the back side of the gear teeth like it was driving in reverse all the time?
Now this sounds like a bad combination of the gears are not made this kind of stress and wear.
What do you think.. should I start unlocking my hub locks again?
Yes maybe I use a bit more fuel and yes there will be more wear as more parts are moving.
But what about the front differential. If the 4x4 is not engaged but the hubslocked. Then the front axles must be pushing the front diff gear.
The pressure must be on the back side of the gear teeth like it was driving in reverse all the time?
Now this sounds like a bad combination of the gears are not made this kind of stress and wear.
What do you think.. should I start unlocking my hub locks again?