[midniteblues]

That does sound like a odd problem.

Check those lower control arm u bolts and upper arm cross shafts.
use a good flashlite and eyeball each and every coil on your front springs checking for cracks or breaks.

Double check the balljoints not just the studs but the upper mounting bolts too.

Lube lube lube.

Also the shocks they could be seized up.
when i perform front end checks i like too too check it unloaded and loaded. Most times something will show up either way.
Also a good idea too have a helper someone too wobble the steering wheel while you feel each and every steering joint for slop. Then they can bounce on the bumper while you watch for binding.

Like everyone said you have some serious binding going on somewhere.

Perhaps a few pics could help if ya didnt allready figure it out.

Roy seems like a keeper.