Dorman 630-125 Drive Axle Shaft - Rear Left or Rear Right

Dorman 630-125 Rear Axle Shaft Replacement

Dorman 630-125 is a direct replacement axle shaft for select Chevrolet C10, Chevrolet K5 Blazer, GMC C1500, and GMC Jimmy applications. It is built for rear left and rear right positions on vehicles with an 8.5 in. ring gear, and it includes the application-specific components needed for the repair.

Key Features

• Direct replacement axle shaft for select rear axle applications
• Solid shaft axle construction in carbon steel
• 31.34 in. overall length
• 28-spline design
• 5-lug wheel pattern with 5 hole quantity
• ABS tone ring not included
• Package contents include axle shaft, wheel studs, wheel nuts, bearing, and seal

Detailed Description

This Dorman axle shaft is engineered to replace the original equipment shaft on specific rear axle assemblies, helping restore proper wheel support and driveline function. It is a solid shaft axle made from carbon steel and is specified for 1978-1986 Chevrolet C10 and C10 Suburban, 1979-1986 GMC C1500 and C1500 Suburban, and 1978-1984 Chevrolet K5 Blazer and GMC Jimmy models in rear left or rear right positions with an 8.5 in. ring gear. This part cross-references 14035542 and AXK170 for the same application. Search terms such as rear axle shaft for 1978-1986 Chevrolet C10, rear axle shaft for GMC C1500 Suburban, and Dorman 630-125 rear axle replacement match this application range.

What It Helps Address

• Damaged axle shaft from wear, impact, or fatigue
• Noise or vibration related to a worn rear axle assembly
• Wheel-end issues caused by bearing or seal wear
• Loss of proper wheel support at the rear axle
• Repair needs on 8.5 in. ring gear rear axle setups

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify axle position, spline count, length, and ring gear size before installation. Confirm whether the vehicle is equipped for rear left or rear right service, and check that the ABS tone ring requirement matches the vehicle configuration since this shaft does not include one. Inspect the axle housing, bearing surfaces, and seals during service to help ensure a proper repair on Chevrolet C10, Chevrolet K5 Blazer, GMC C1500, and GMC Jimmy rear axle applications.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this axle shaft as a direct replacement part for specific OE applications, with application-matched components included for the repair. Part number 630-125 is built to match the listed fitment and dimensional requirements for the covered vehicles.