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Cardone 65-9638 Drive Shaft - Front
| Brand | Cardone 65-9638 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front |
| Drive Shaft Material | Steel |
| E-Waste | No |
| Greasable | Yes |
| Length (in) | 26 1/2" |
| Length (mm) | 673.1 |
| Measurement Method | Measurement taken from end of input shaft to end of flange face |
| Product Condition | Remanufactured |
| Tubing Outer Diameter (in) | 1.51 |
| Tubing Outer Diameter (mm) | 38.23 |
| Product line | Driveshaft / Prop Shaft |
| Fits | Ford · 3 vehicles |
OE-matched design. Built to match O.E. form, fit and function.
100% dynamically balanced. Delivers vibration-free operation and increased joint life.
Steel construction. Remanufactured drive shaft with lubricated slip yokes to help prevent wear.
Cardone 65-9638 Drive Shaft for Ranger
Cardone 65-9638 is a remanufactured steel drive shaft built for front driveline service on select Ford Ranger applications. It is engineered to match OE form, fit, and function, with dynamic balancing for smooth operation at speed.
Key Features
- Fits 1988-1989 Ford Ranger, front, with 26-1/2 in. long driveshaft
- Remanufactured steel drive shaft for driveline replacement
- Built to match original equipment form, fit, and function
- 100% dynamically balanced at 3200 RPM for vibration-free operation
- Greasable design for serviceability
- Lubricated slip yokes help reduce premature wear
- Length: 26 1/2 in. (673.1 mm)
- Tubing outer diameter: 1.51 in. (38.23 mm)
Product Details
Cardone Driveshaft / Prop Shaft 65-9638 is engineered from steel and measured from the end of the input shaft to the end of the flange face. The Cardone driveshaft line focuses on testing and engineering prop shafts to deliver OE-style performance with attention to balance, durability, and joint life. For 1988-1989 Ford Ranger front driveline service, this part number 65-9638 provides a direct replacement solution for the specified 26-1/2 inch configuration.
What It Helps Address
- Driveline vibration at road speed
- Wear from an out-of-balance prop shaft
- Noise caused by driveline imbalance or joint stress
- Premature slip yoke wear
- Replacement needs for a damaged or worn front drive shaft on a Ford Ranger
Installation Notes
Verify the measurement method before ordering: this shaft is measured from the end of the input shaft to the end of the flange face. Confirm the vehicle is a 1988-1989 Ford Ranger, front, with the 26-1/2 in. (673 mm) driveshaft configuration. Inspect U-joints, slip yokes, and mating driveline components during installation to ensure proper fit and smooth operation.
Quality Assurance
Cardone applies extensive prop shaft testing and engineering to this product line, and each unit is dynamically balanced for vibration-free performance. This remanufactured drive shaft is built to OE specifications for fit and function. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Transmission | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Ford | Ranger | — | — | Front | with 26-1/2" (673 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the centerline of the furthest U-Joint at one end to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft |
| 1988 | Ford | Ranger | STX | Manual | Front | with 26-1/2" (673 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the centerline of the furthest U-Joint at one end to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft |
| 1988 | Ford | Ranger | — | Automatic | Front | with 26-1/2" (673 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from the centerline of the furthest U-Joint at one end to the centerline of the furthest U-Joint on the opposite end of the collapsed Prop Shaft; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft |
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