Cardone 65-9660 Drive Shaft - Rear

Cardone Rear Drive Shaft for Ford Bronco

Cardone 65-9660 is a new rear drive shaft engineered for 1990-1996 Ford Bronco applications with the specified axle ratios and 26-1/2 in. flange-to-flange length. Built from steel and balanced for smooth operation, it is made to match OE form, fit, and function for dependable driveline performance.

Cardone Driveshaft / Prop Shaft Line

The Cardone Driveshaft / Prop Shaft line focuses on replacement prop shafts that are tested and engineered for consistent fit and operation. For this Ford Bronco rear drive shaft, Cardone applies material and process analysis to deliver a durable OE-style replacement with vibration control and serviceable design details.

Key Features

• Part number 65-9660
• Fits rear position Ford Bronco applications from 1990-1996 with 3.55 axle ratio
• Fits rear position Ford Bronco applications from 1990-1996 with 3.08 axle ratio
• Steel drive shaft construction
• 26-1/2 in. length, measured flange face to flange face
• 2.5 in. tubing outer diameter
• Greasable design for serviceability
• Slip yokes are lubricated to help reduce premature wear
• 100% dynamically balanced at 3200 RPM for vibration-free operation and longer joint life
• Built to match OE form, fit, and function

Detailed Description

Cardone 65-9660 is a rear driveshaft replacement for the Ford Bronco that matches the original equipment layout and dimensions called out for the application. It is built from steel, measures 26-1/2 inches from flange face to flange face, and uses 2.5-inch tubing for a direct-fit driveline replacement. The shaft is dynamically balanced at 3200 RPM to help reduce vibration at speed and support joint life during normal operation.

This part is a practical choice for Ford Bronco owners replacing a worn or damaged rear prop shaft on 1990-1996 vehicles with the listed 3.55 or 3.08 axle ratio. If you are searching for a rear drive shaft for Ford Bronco 1990-1996, Cardone 65-9660 provides an OE-style solution with greasable service points and lubricated slip yokes.

What It Helps Fix

• Driveline vibration at road speed
• Clunking or looseness from a worn prop shaft
• Wear related to dry or poorly lubricated slip yokes
• Noise caused by an out-of-balance driveshaft
• Fitment issues from an incorrect length or configuration

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm rear-position fitment, axle ratio, and flange-to-flange length before installation. Measure the existing shaft from end of flange face to end of flange face to verify the 26-1/2 in. specification. Inspect U-joints, flange surfaces, and related driveline components during replacement to help ensure smooth operation after installation.

Quality Assurance

Cardone engineers and tests its prop shafts to meet OE performance expectations, and this unit is dynamically balanced for vibration-free operation. The greasable design and lubricated slip yokes add serviceability and help support long-term driveline durability. Part number 65-9660 is a new replacement drive shaft for the specified Ford Bronco applications.