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Speed related growling sound.
Sounds like a pinion bearing.
Since the front was unlocked and driveshaft no turning, it most likely is the rear.
How about removing the rear driveshaft and taping a soda bottle over the output of the transfer case and then locking it into 4wd and carefully driving...