Cardone 65-9151 Drive Shaft - Front

Cardone Front Drive Shaft for Dakota, Durango, Raider

Restore driveline performance with the Cardone 65-9151 front drive shaft. This steel prop shaft is built to match original equipment form, fit, and function for select Dodge Dakota, Dodge Durango, and Mitsubishi Raider applications. It is 100% dynamically balanced at 3200 RPMs to help deliver smooth, vibration-free operation at speed.

Key Features

• Steel drive shaft construction for durable driveline service
• Built to match O.E. form, fit, and function
• 100% dynamically balanced at 3200 RPMs for reduced vibration and improved joint life
• Slip yokes are lubricated to help prevent premature wear
• New condition replacement part
• Length: 26 3/8 in. (670 mm)
• Tubing outer diameter: 2.01 in. (51 mm)

Product Details

Cardone Driveshaft / Prop Shaft part number 65-9151 is engineered for front driveline applications that require OE-style dimensions and balance. The shaft length is measured from the end of flange face to the end of CV joint flange face, which helps ensure accurate replacement fitment. For drivers searching for a front drive shaft for 2001-2006 Dodge Dakota, a front prop shaft for 2001-2003 Dodge Durango, or a front driveshaft for 2006 Mitsubishi Raider, this unit is built to meet the original configuration with steel tubing and balanced operation. Cardone’s prop shaft line focuses on testing materials and processes to produce a longer-lasting replacement that performs like the original part.

This part cross-references Dodge and Mitsubishi OE number 52105982AC for the same application.

What This Drive Shaft Helps Address

• Driveline vibration at highway speeds
• Clunking or shuddering from a worn prop shaft
• Noise caused by imbalance in the front driveshaft assembly
• Premature wear related to dry slip yokes
• Loss of smooth power transfer through the driveline

Installation Notes and Fitment

Fits 2001-2006 Dodge Dakota, front. Fits 2001-2003 Dodge Durango, front. Fits 2006 Mitsubishi Raider, front. Verify the 26-3/8 in. length and flange-to-CV flange measurement before installation to confirm the correct replacement for your vehicle. The part number 65-9151 is intended for direct replacement use on the listed front driveline applications.

Quality Assurance

Cardone engineers and tests its prop shafts to match OE performance, and each unit is dynamically balanced for vibration-free operation at speed. The lubricated slip yokes and OE-style construction support consistent driveline performance in the applications listed above.