Cardone 65-9812 Drive Shaft - Front
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Cardone 65-9812 Drive Shaft - Front

Brand Cardone 65-9812
Position Front
Drive Shaft Material Steel
E-Waste No
Greasable No
Length (in) 33 1/2"
Length (mm) 851
Measurement Method Measurement is taken from end of the flange to the center of U-joint on the opposite side
Product Condition Remanufactured
Tubing Outer Diameter (in) 2.5
Tubing Outer Diameter (mm) 50.93
Product line Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
Fits Dodge · 5 vehicles

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

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

Steel construction. Durable steel tubing helps deliver dependable driveline performance.

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Cardone Front Drive Shaft for Ram 1500

Cardone 65-9812 is a remanufactured front drive shaft built for 1994-1998 Dodge Ram 1500 applications with a 33-1/2 in. length. It is engineered to match OE form, fit, and function, with dynamic balancing for smooth operation at speed.

Key Features

  • Steel drive shaft construction
  • Remanufactured to OE-style dimensions and performance
  • 100% dynamically balanced at 3200 RPM for vibration-free operation
  • Slip yokes are lubricated to reduce premature wear
  • 33-1/2 in. overall length, measured from flange end to opposite U-joint center
  • 2.5 in. tubing outer diameter
  • Non-greasable design

Detailed Description

This Cardone Driveshaft / Prop Shaft line focuses on testing and engineering prop shafts for consistent driveline performance. Part number 65-9812 is a steel front drive shaft for the Dodge Ram 1500, designed around OE specifications to support proper fitment and balanced rotation. For buyers searching for a 1994-1998 Dodge Ram 1500 front drive shaft or a Cardone 65-9812 replacement prop shaft, this unit provides the correct length and measurement method for the listed application.

Cardone 65-9812 is built for the front position on 1994-1998 Dodge Ram 1500 models with a 33-1/2 in. (851 mm) long driveshaft. The shaft is measured from the end of the flange to the center of the U-joint on the opposite side, which helps confirm the correct replacement before installation. This part cross-references no listed alternate part numbers in the provided data.

What It Helps Address

  • Driveline vibration at road speed
  • Worn or damaged front prop shaft assembly
  • Incorrect shaft length or flange-to-U-joint measurement
  • Premature slip yoke wear
  • Loss of smooth power transfer through the driveline

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the 33-1/2 in. measurement method against the removed shaft before installation. Confirm front-position application on your Dodge Ram 1500 and compare flange and U-joint interface points to the original part. Inspect related driveline components, including U-joints and mounting points, for wear or damage that could affect balance and fit.

Quality Assurance

Cardone applies extensive prop shaft testing and engineering to this remanufactured driveshaft, with dynamic balancing performed to support smooth, vibration-free operation. The design is built to match OE performance for the listed Dodge Ram 1500 application.

Related reading

This part fits 5 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelTransmissionPositionNotes
1998DodgeRam 1500ManualFrontwith 33-1/2" (851 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from End of the Flange to the Center of U-Joint on the Opposite Side; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
1997DodgeRam 1500ManualFrontwith 33-1/2" (851 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from End of the Flange to the Center of U-Joint on the Opposite Side; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
1996DodgeRam 1500ManualFrontwith 33-1/2" (851 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from End of the Flange to the Center of U-Joint on the Opposite Side; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
1995DodgeRam 1500ManualFrontwith 33-1/2" (851 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from End of the Flange to the Center of U-Joint on the Opposite Side; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft
1994DodgeRam 1500ManualFrontwith 33-1/2" (851 mm) Long Driveshaft; Measurement taken from End of the Flange to the Center of U-Joint on the Opposite Side; Driveshaft / Prop Shaft