Dorman 630-106 Drive Axle Shaft - Rear Left or Rear Right

Dorman 630-106 Rear Axle Shaft Replacement

Dorman 630-106 is a direct replacement drive axle shaft for select Chevrolet and GMC full-size trucks and SUVs. It is built for the rear left or rear right position on supported applications and includes application-specific installation components for a more complete repair.

Key Features

• Direct replacement axle shaft for select rear-drive applications
• Solid shaft axle construction in carbon steel
• 30-spline design with 31.82 in. length
• 5-lug wheel pattern with 5 wheel studs and 5 wheel nuts
• Package includes axle shaft, bearing, and seal
• ABS tone ring not included

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive axle shaft is engineered to replace the original equipment axle on specific Chevrolet C1500, Chevrolet C1500 Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC C1500, GMC C1500 Suburban, and GMC Yukon applications. It is a solid shaft axle made from carbon steel and configured with 30 splines, making it a fitment-based solution for rear axle service where the original shaft is damaged or the bearings are worn. Part number 630-106 is listed for rear left and rear right positions on supported vehicles with 8.5 in. or 8.625 in. ring gear setups.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Replacing a bent or damaged rear axle shaft
• Repairing axle noise caused by worn bearings or seals
• Restoring wheel support after axle shaft wear
• Addressing driveline issues on rear axle service jobs
• Returning proper wheel mounting and axle engagement on supported trucks and SUVs

Installation Notes

Verify spline count, ring gear size, and rear position before installation. This axle shaft is listed for rear left and rear right use on select 1988-1999 Chevrolet C1500 and GMC C1500 models, 1992-1999 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban, GMC C1500 Suburban, and GMC Yukon, plus 1995-1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. Confirm whether your vehicle requires an ABS tone ring, since it is not included with this part. Part number 630-106 should be matched to the vehicle’s axle configuration before assembly.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies direct-replacement drivetrain components built to match original equipment fitment on specific applications. This axle shaft is designed around the listed vehicle configurations and includes the necessary application-specific installation components for the repair.