Dorman 936-318 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman Rear Drive Shaft for Nissan 300ZX

This Dorman rear drive shaft is built for 1991-1996 Nissan 300ZX models with 4 Wheel Steering. Part number 936-318 addresses serviceability concerns found in original shafts that use permanently staked universal joints, giving technicians a more service-friendly OE-style replacement.

Key Features

• Steel shaft construction for driveline strength
• 2.5 in shaft diameter
• 53 in drive shaft length
• 0.083 in wall thickness
• Rear position application
• Non-greaseable design
• Fixed-length shaft, not adjustable
• OE FIX design for easier U-joint service

Detailed Description

Dorman 936-318 is a rear drive shaft for Nissan 300ZX applications that require a serviceable driveline solution. It is engineered with a steel shaft, 2.5-inch diameter, 53-inch length, and 0.083-inch wall thickness to match the needs of the rear driveline on 1991-1996 Nissan 300ZX models equipped with 4 Wheel Steering. By replacing permanently staked universal joints with a serviceable design, this drive shaft simplifies future maintenance and reduces the need to replace the entire assembly when U-joint service is required. This part cross-references 3700040P14 for the same application.

What This Drive Shaft Helps Address

• Worn or damaged rear drive shaft assemblies
• Service issues caused by non-serviceable universal joints
• Driveline vibration related to shaft wear
• Noise from failing rear driveline components
• Maintenance delays when original U-joints cannot be serviced separately

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 1991-1996 Nissan 300ZX, rear, w/4 Wheel Steering. Confirm driveline measurements and vehicle configuration before installation, including shaft length and rear-position application. Inspect related driveline components, mounting points, and U-joint interfaces during replacement to help ensure proper operation after installation. Part number 936-318 should be matched to the confirmed vehicle application before service begins.

Quality Assurance

Dorman OE FIX parts are built to address common service limitations found in original equipment designs while maintaining application-specific fitment. This rear drive shaft is intended for direct replacement use on the listed Nissan 300ZX applications and follows Dorman’s OE-style engineering approach for serviceability.