Cardone 65-9770 Drive Shaft - Front

Front Driveshaft for Jeep Grand Cherokee

Cardone 65-9770 is a remanufactured front drive shaft for select 1995-1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee models with the 249 transfer case and Dana Model 30 axle. Built for OE form, fit, and function, it is engineered to restore driveline performance while maintaining balanced operation at speed.

Key Features

• Steel drive shaft construction for driveline strength and durability
• Remanufactured to match original equipment dimensions and mounting points
• 100% dynamically balanced at 3200 RPM for vibration-free operation and improved joint life
• Slip yokes are lubricated to help reduce premature wear
• 31 1/8 in. overall length, measured flange face to flange face
• 2.51 in. tubing outer diameter

Product Details

Cardone Driveshaft / Prop Shaft 65-9770 is part of the brand’s driveline line, focused on prop shaft engineering and testing for OE-style replacement performance. This front driveshaft is built from steel and remanufactured to the original configuration for the 1995-1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee, front, with the specified transfer case and axle setup. The balanced design helps reduce vibration through the driveline, which is important for maintaining smooth operation and extending universal joint service life. If you are searching for a 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee front driveshaft or a 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee front prop shaft, this part number is a direct fitment match for the listed application. Part number 65-9770 is also a useful reference when comparing replacement driveline assemblies for the same vehicle setup.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Driveline vibration at highway speeds
• Worn or noisy front prop shaft operation
• Loss of smooth power transfer from the transfer case to the axle
• Premature wear caused by imbalance in the shaft assembly
• Fitment issues from an incorrect length or flange-to-flange measurement

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle configuration before ordering: this part fits 1995-1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee, front, with 249 transfer case and Dana Model 30 axle. Measurement is taken from end of flange face to end of flange face, and the listed length is 31 1/8 in. (790 mm). Confirm the existing shaft length and mounting style against the vehicle before installation. Part number 65-9770 should be matched to the exact driveline layout shown in the fitment data.

Quality Assurance

Cardone engineers and tests its prop shafts to meet OE performance expectations, and each unit is dynamically balanced for smooth operation. The remanufactured construction and lubricated slip yokes are intended to support consistent driveline performance in the listed Jeep Grand Cherokee applications.