Cardone 65-9781 Drive Shaft - Front
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Cardone 65-9781 Drive Shaft - Front

Brand Cardone 65-9781
Position Front
Drive Shaft Material Steel
E-Waste No
Greasable Yes
Length (in) 31 7/8"
Length (mm) 810
Measurement Method Measurement taken from end of flange face to end of flange face
Product Condition New
Tubing Outer Diameter (in) 1.78
Tubing Outer Diameter (mm) 45.14
Product line Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
Fits Jeep · 2 vehicles

OE match. Built to match O.E. form, fit and function.

Steel construction. Durable drive shaft material for dependable driveline performance.

100% balanced. Dynamically balanced for vibration-free operation and longer joint life.

Cross-references Jeep 5019616AA and Jeep 52853500AA for the same application. See all 2.

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OE-Style Front Driveshaft for Grand Cherokee

Restore smooth driveline operation with this Cardone front drive shaft for the 2002-2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Built as a new steel prop shaft and engineered to match OE form, fit, and function, Cardone 65-9781 is designed for direct replacement in front driveline service.

Cardone’s Driveshaft / Prop Shaft line focuses on measured fitment, balanced operation, and durable construction for vehicles that need dependable driveline performance. This front drive shaft is 31 7/8 inches long and uses a 1.78-inch tubing outer diameter for the specified Grand Cherokee application.

Key Features

  • Fits 2002-2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee, front
  • Cardone part number 65-9781
  • Steel drive shaft construction
  • New product condition
  • Built to match OE form, fit, and function
  • 100% dynamically balanced at 3200 RPM for vibration-free operation and longer joint life
  • Lubricated slip yokes help reduce premature wear
  • Greasable design for serviceability
  • 31 7/8 in. (810 mm) length, measured flange face to flange face
  • 1.78 in. (45.14 mm) tubing outer diameter

Detailed Description

Cardone 65-9781 is a front driveshaft for the 2002-2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee, engineered as a direct OE-style replacement. It is built from steel and balanced to reduce vibration at operating speed, helping maintain smoother driveline performance and supporting U-joint life. The shaft is measured from flange face to flange face and is specified at 31 7/8 inches long, making it a precise fit for the listed application. This part cross-references Jeep 5019616AA and 52853500AA for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

  • Driveline vibration during acceleration or cruising
  • Wear related to an out-of-balance front prop shaft
  • Noisy operation from a fatigued or damaged driveshaft
  • Fitment issues when replacing the original front shaft on a Jeep Grand Cherokee
  • Premature slip yoke wear in the front driveline

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle is a 2002-2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee with front driveshaft application before ordering. Confirm the 31 7/8-inch length and flange-to-flange measurement against the original shaft, and compare tubing diameter and mounting points to the removed unit. Inspect U-joints, flange surfaces, and related driveline components during replacement to help ensure proper alignment and smooth operation.

Quality Assurance

Cardone engineers and tests prop shafts with attention to material selection, balance, and OE-style performance. This front driveshaft is dynamically balanced for vibration control and built as a new replacement part for the specified Jeep Grand Cherokee application.

Related reading

This part fits 2 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2003JeepGrand Cherokee4.7LV8FrontSupplied as new; with 31-7/8" (810 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
2002JeepGrand Cherokee4.7LV8FrontSupplied as new; with 31-7/8" (810 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
Directly replaces or cross-references 2 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Jeep — 5019616AAJeep — 52853500AA