Cardone 65-9779 Drive Shaft - Front
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Cardone 65-9779 Drive Shaft - Front

Brand Cardone 65-9779
Position Front
Drive Shaft Material Steel
E-Waste No
Greasable No
Length (in) 29 5/8"
Length (mm) 753
Measurement Method Measurement taken from end of flange face to end of flange face
Product Condition Remanufactured
Tubing Outer Diameter (in) 2.01
Tubing Outer Diameter (mm) 50.93
Product line Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
Fits Jeep · 2 vehicles

OE-matched design. Built to match original form, fit and function.

Dynamic balancing. Balanced for vibration-free operation and longer joint life.

Steel construction. Durable driveline material with lubricated slip yokes to reduce wear.

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Front Driveshaft for 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Restore driveline smoothness with this remanufactured CARDONE front drive shaft for the 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Built for the front position and engineered to match OE form, fit, and function, CARDONE 65-9779 is a direct replacement for the specified 29-5/8 in. application with a 249 transfer case and Dana Model 30 axle.

Key Features

  • Remanufactured steel drive shaft for the front driveline
  • Built to match original equipment dimensions and performance
  • 100% dynamically balanced at 3200 RPM for vibration-free operation
  • Lubricated slip yokes help reduce premature wear
  • 29 5/8 in. length, measured flange face to flange face
  • 2.01 in. tubing outer diameter for the specified application

Product Details

CARDONE driveshaft / prop shaft line focuses on OE-style replacement parts engineered from testing and material analysis. This CARDONE 65-9779 front drive shaft is built from steel and balanced to support smooth operation at speed, helping maintain joint life and driveline refinement. For 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee front driveline service, it matches the listed configuration with a 249 transfer case and Dana Model 30 axle. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

  • Driveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance front shaft
  • Clunking or driveline noise related to worn shaft components
  • Fitment issues on a 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee front driveshaft replacement
  • Premature wear caused by dry slip yokes
  • Loss of smooth power transfer through the front driveline

Installation Notes

Fits 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee, front. Confirm the vehicle has the 29-5/8 in. (753 mm) long driveshaft, 249 transfer case, and Dana Model 30 axle before installation. Measurement is taken from flange face to flange face, and the notes specify measuring 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. The manufacturer recommends replacing the front yoke when installing a replacement driveshaft.

Quality Assurance

CARDONE engineers and tests prop shafts to match OE performance, and each unit is dynamically balanced for vibration-free operation. Part number 65-9779 is a remanufactured front drive shaft built for consistent driveline performance in the specified Jeep application.

Related reading

This part fits 2 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelTransmissionLitersCylindersPositionNotes
1998JeepGrand CherokeeAutomatic5.2LV8Frontwith 29-5/8" (753 mm) Long Driveshaft; with 249 Transfer Case; with Dana Model 30 Axle; 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; It is recommended that the front yoke be replaced when installing a replacement driveshaft.; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
1998JeepGrand CherokeeAutomatic5.9LV8Frontwith 29-5/8" (753 mm) Long Driveshaft; with 249 Transfer Case; with Dana Model 30 Axle; 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; It is recommended that the front yoke be replaced when installing a replacement driveshaft.; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft