Dorman 630-124 Drive Axle Shaft - Rear Left or Rear Right

Dorman 630-124 Rear Axle Shaft Replacement

Dorman 630-124 is a direct replacement axle shaft for select Chevrolet, GMC, and S10-platform rear axle applications. It is built for vehicles with a 7.625 in. ring gear and is supplied with application-specific installation components for a more complete repair.

Key Features

• Direct replacement axle shaft for rear left and rear right applications
• Carbon steel construction for strength in driveline service
• Solid shaft axle design
• 28-spline axle shaft with 5-lug wheel pattern
• Length: 26.59 in.
• Package contents: axle shaft, wheel studs, wheel nuts, bearing, and seal
• ABS tone ring not included

Detailed Description

This Dorman axle shaft, part number 630-124, replaces the original equipment axle on select Chevrolet Blazer, Chevrolet S10, Chevrolet S10 Blazer, GMC Jimmy, GMC Sonoma, GMC S15, and GMC S15 Jimmy models. It is engineered for rear axle service on vehicles equipped with a 7.625 in. ring gear, making it a fitment-based solution for common rear axle shaft repair needs on these platforms. The carbon steel solid shaft design, 28 splines, and 5-lug configuration align with the original application requirements. This part cross-references 26009534 and 26009534R for the same application.

Common Repair Issues

• Broken or bent rear axle shaft
• Noise from worn axle bearings or seal failure
• Wheel-end vibration caused by axle damage
• Loss of driveline integrity after axle shaft wear
• Rear axle service needs on 1988-1997 Chevrolet S10 and related GMC applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear left or rear right position, 7.625 in. ring gear specification, spline count, and wheel lug configuration before installation. Confirm ABS requirements separately, since the tone ring is not included. Inspect the axle housing, bearing surface, and seal area during service to help ensure proper fit and sealing. This part number 630-124 is commonly selected for rear axle repair on Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Jimmy applications where the original shaft has worn or failed.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures replacement driveline components to match original equipment fit and application requirements. Part number 630-124 is built as a direct replacement for the listed vehicles and includes the components specified for the application.