{"product_id":"dorman-630-163-drive-axle-shaft-rear-left","title":"Dorman 630-163 Drive Axle Shaft - Rear Left","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 630-163 Rear Left Axle Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 630-163 is a direct replacement drive axle shaft for select Ram 1500 and Ram 1500 Classic rear left applications. It addresses axle shaft damage and worn bearings with an OE-style replacement built around application-specific installation components and vehicle-matched dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for the original axle shaft on select Ram 1500 and Ram 1500 Classic models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2012-2020 Ram 1500, rear left\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2019-2024 Ram 1500 Classic, rear left\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGalvanized finish with rust-resistant coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChromoly steel construction with SAE1541H shaft material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e31 inboard splines and 5-lug wheel bolt pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABS tone ring installed and included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid shaft axle design with 7 in flange diameter and 34.232 in length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive axle shaft is built for rear left service on Ram half-ton trucks that use a solid shaft axle layout. It is engineered to replace the original equipment axle shaft on 2012-2020 Ram 1500 and 2019-2024 Ram 1500 Classic models, including applications with 3.21, 3.55, 3.92, and 4.10 rear axle ratios. The part number 630-163 is also referenced by OE number 68140297AA for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor buyers searching for a rear left axle shaft for Ram 1500 Classic or a replacement axle shaft for Ram 1500 rear left, this assembly includes the tone ring and wheel studs needed for the application. The galvanized finish helps resist corrosion, while the chromoly steel shaft and 31-spline design support proper fitment at the differential side.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroken or damaged rear axle shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise or vibration caused by worn axle components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABS warning concerns related to a damaged tone ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWheel mounting issues tied to worn or damaged studs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion on the axle shaft surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear left fitment before ordering, especially on 2012-2020 Ram 1500 and 2019-2024 Ram 1500 Classic trucks. Confirm spline count, axle ratio, and flange dimensions against the original part. The axle shaft is supplied with an ABS tone ring installed, and the package contents include the axle shaft, tone ring, and wheel studs. Brake hardware, axle nut, axle shaft seal, CV joints, and retainer clips are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this axle shaft as a direct OE replacement for the listed Ram applications, with vehicle-specific dimensions and materials selected to match the original design. Part number 630-163 is built for consistent fitment on the confirmed rear left applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52778788618421,"sku":"BKKY-630-163","price":311.08,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_630163_Fro.jpg?v=1783580396","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-630-163-drive-axle-shaft-rear-left","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}