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Dorman 936-696 Drive Shaft - Rear
| Brand | Dorman 936-696 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear |
| Shaft Material | Steel |
| CV Joints Included | No |
| Grade Type | Regular |
| Shaft Diameter | 3 |
| Slip Yoke | Yes |
| Axle Nut Included | No |
| Drive Shaft Length (In) | 50 in |
| Drive Shaft Wall Thickness (In) | 0.065 in |
| Greaseable Drive Shaft | No |
| Overall Length Adjustable | No |
| Package Contents | 1 rear driveshaft |
| Fits | Mazda · 8 vehicles |
OE FIX design. Replaces staked U-joints with a serviceable setup for easier maintenance.
Steel shaft construction. Provides a durable driveline replacement with a 3 in shaft diameter.
Rear application fitment. Built for select Mazda RX-8 High Power rear drive shaft applications.
Cross-references PA4025100 for the same application. See all 1.
Rear Drive Shaft for Mazda RX-8
Dorman 936-696 is a rear drive shaft for select 2004-2011 Mazda RX-8 High Power applications. It replaces the original shaft with a serviceable U-joint design, making future maintenance simpler.
Key Features
- Steel shaft construction for driveline strength
- Rear drive shaft with slip yoke included
- 50 in overall length with 3 in shaft diameter
- 0.065 in wall thickness
- Non-greaseable design with no CV joints included
- OE FIX design addresses permanently staked U-joints
Product Details
This Dorman rear drive shaft, part number 936-696, is built for 2004-2011 Mazda RX-8 High Power rear applications. It is engineered as an OE FIX replacement for vehicles that originally used permanently staked universal joints, giving technicians a serviceable driveline component for easier future U-joint maintenance. The steel shaft, slip yoke, and fixed-length construction provide a direct driveline replacement for the specified RX-8 fitment. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., PA4025100) for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Worn or damaged rear drive shaft assemblies
- Service difficulty caused by non-serviceable U-joints
- Driveline vibration related to shaft wear or imbalance
- Loss of driveline function in rear-mounted shaft applications
Installation Notes
Verify rear-position fitment before installation. Confirm the vehicle is a 2004-2011 Mazda RX-8 High Power application and compare shaft length, diameter, and slip yoke configuration to the original part. Professional driveline installation and balancing procedures are recommended for proper operation.
Quality Assurance
Dorman OE FIX parts are engineered to address known service issues in original equipment designs while maintaining application-specific fitment for the listed Mazda RX-8 models.
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Transmission | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Mazda | RX-8 | RWD | Automatic | Rear | High Power |
| 2010 | Mazda | RX-8 | RWD | Automatic | Rear | High Power |
| 2009 | Mazda | RX-8 | RWD | Automatic | Rear | High Power |
| 2008 | Mazda | RX-8 | RWD | Automatic | Rear | High Power |
| 2007 | Mazda | RX-8 | RWD | Automatic | Rear | High Power |
| 2006 | Mazda | RX-8 | RWD | Automatic | Rear | High Power |
| 2005 | Mazda | RX-8 | RWD | Automatic | Rear | High Power |
| 2004 | Mazda | RX-8 | RWD | Automatic | Rear | High Power |
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