Both the clutch, and the ring gear bolts can make that sound too. ($$ and $$$$$)
I'd also check for loose lugnuts, or interference with the brakes, so check those bolts also.
How are the bearings ?
U-joints SHOULD be quite.
If you have isolated it to the u-joint, you could jack up the car, and spin the wheel your self to be sure.
Chuck
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