Dorman 936-196 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 936-196 Rear Driveshaft for Ram 1500

Restore driveline function with this Dorman rear driveshaft assembly for 2000-2001 Dodge Ram 1500 applications. The Dorman 936-196 is a complete, pre-balanced replacement built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints for a direct service solution.

Key Features

• Complete rear driveshaft assembly for Dodge Ram 1500 rear applications
• Pre-balanced for installation readiness
• Steel shaft construction with a 4-inch shaft diameter
• 72.25-inch drive shaft length and 0.083-inch wall thickness
• 100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints
• Non-greaseable design
• Regular grade type

Detailed Description

This Dorman 936-196 rear driveshaft is built for 2000-2001 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks that need a replacement driveline assembly. It is engineered as a complete unit, which helps simplify service when the original shaft is worn, damaged, or out of balance. The steel construction, fixed length, and pre-balanced design support a straightforward replacement for rear driveline service on Ram 1500 models.

This part cross-references Mopar 52105769AA for the same application. For buyers searching for a rear driveshaft for 2000 Dodge Ram 1500 or a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 rear driveshaft replacement, Dorman 936-196 provides the specified fitment and dimensions in one assembly.

What It Helps Fix

• Vibration from a worn or unbalanced rear driveshaft
• Clunking or driveline noise during acceleration or deceleration
• U-joint or CV joint wear in the rear shaft assembly
• Damage to the original shaft tube or yokes
• Driveline service needs on a 2000-2001 Dodge Ram 1500, rear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear fitment before installation and compare overall length, shaft diameter, and mounting points to the original assembly. Because this driveshaft is not adjustable, correct application matching is important for proper driveline alignment. Inspect related driveline components, including differential and transmission output interfaces, before completing the repair.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this replacement driveshaft as a complete assembly with new internal and external service components. The pre-balanced construction supports consistent fit and function for rear driveshaft replacement on the listed Dodge Ram 1500 applications.