Dorman 936-073 Drive Shaft - Rear

Rear Driveshaft for Jeep Wrangler

This Dorman rear driveshaft is a direct replacement for 1997-2002 Jeep Wrangler models with the Spicer 35 axle. Part number 936-073 arrives as a complete, pre-balanced assembly with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints for a straightforward driveline repair.

• Fits 1997-2002 Jeep Wrangler, rear, Spicer 35 axle
• Complete rear driveshaft assembly for driveline service
• Pre-balanced for installation readiness
• Steel shaft construction
• 19.25 in drive shaft length with 2.5 in shaft diameter
• 0.065 in wall thickness
• 100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints
• Non-greaseable design

Built for Direct Replacement

Dorman 936-073 is engineered as a replacement rear driveshaft for Jeep Wrangler applications that use the Spicer 35 axle. The steel shaft and regular-grade construction support a service-ready driveline repair, while the pre-balanced assembly helps reduce the need for additional setup before installation. If you are replacing a worn or damaged rear driveshaft on a Jeep Wrangler, this assembly provides the core components needed for a complete driveline swap.

This part cross-references Mopar 52098783AC for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Vibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear driveshaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from failed U-joints or CV joints
• Damage to the shaft tube, yokes, or related driveline components
• Excess play in the rear driveline on Jeep Wrangler models
• Service replacement for a deteriorated rear driveshaft assembly

Installation Notes

Verify rear axle configuration before ordering; this part is listed for Jeep Wrangler models with the Spicer 35 axle. Confirm shaft length, diameter, and mounting points against the original assembly before installation. Inspect companion flange, axle-side interfaces, and surrounding driveline components during replacement to help ensure proper fit and operation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this rear driveshaft as a complete assembly with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints, and it is pre-balanced for installation readiness. Part number 936-073 is built for direct replacement use in the listed Jeep Wrangler applications.