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Dorman 936-346 Drive Shaft - Rear

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Dorman Rear Drive Shaft for BMW 328i

This Dorman OE FIX rear drive shaft is built for 1996-1998 BMW 328i applications with a steel shaft construction and a 57.625 in. overall length. Part number 936-346 addresses serviceability concerns found in original shafts that use permanently staked universal joints.

  • Fits 1996-1998 BMW 328i, rear
  • Steel shaft material for driveline replacement use
  • 2.5 in. shaft diameter
  • 0.065 in. shaft wall thickness
  • Non-greaseable design
  • Fixed-length rear driveshaft, not adjustable
  • OE FIX design makes the U-joints serviceable for maintenance

Built for Serviceable U-Joints

Dorman 936-346 is a rear drive shaft replacement for BMW 328i models that need a direct driveline solution with improved service access. The OE FIX design updates the original configuration by making the universal joints serviceable, which can simplify future maintenance compared with permanently staked joints. This part cross-references BMW 26111227283 for the same application.

Common Issues This Part Can Address

  • Worn or damaged rear drive shaft assembly
  • Driveline vibration caused by shaft wear
  • Noise from failing universal joints
  • Maintenance difficulty from non-serviceable factory U-joints
  • Need for a replacement rear driveshaft for BMW 328i driveline repair

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear driveline measurements and vehicle fitment before installation. This rear drive shaft is not greaseable and is not overall length adjustable, so correct application matching is important. Confirm compatibility with 1996, 1997, and 1998 BMW 328i rear-drive configurations before replacing the original shaft. Part number 936-346 should be matched to the vehicle’s original driveline specifications.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures OE-style replacement driveline components with application-specific engineering. This rear drive shaft is designed as a serviceable replacement for the original BMW 328i shaft layout and is built with steel construction for regular-duty use.

BrandDorman
Part Number936-346
Shaft MaterialSteel
Grade TypeRegular
Shaft Diameter2.5
Drive Shaft Length (In)57.625 in
Drive Shaft Wall Thickness (In)0.065 in
Greaseable Drive ShaftNo
Overall Length AdjustableNo
Package Contents1 rear driveshaft

This part fits 3 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelTransmissionPositionNotes
1998BMW328iManualRear
1997BMW328iManualRear
1996BMW328iManualRear

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

26111227283

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.

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