{"product_id":"dorman-938-013-drive-shaft-front","title":"Dorman 938-013 Drive Shaft - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 938-013 Front Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman front drive shaft is an OE FIX replacement for select Dodge Dakota and Mitsubishi Raider applications. It addresses serviceability concerns found in original shafts with permanently staked universal joints by using greaseable, serviceable U-joints for easier maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction for driveline strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design for routine service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for proper driveline setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e26.625 in. drive shaft length with 2 in. shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.12 in. wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront position application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE FIX design for serviceable universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 938-013 is a front drive shaft built for 2001-2006 Dodge Dakota and 2006 Mitsubishi Raider models with a double Cardan style at the transfer case and conversion shaft configuration. It uses steel shaft material and a greaseable design to simplify maintenance compared with original shafts that use permanently staked U-joints. For buyers searching for a front drive shaft for Dodge Dakota 2001-2006 or a Mitsubishi Raider front conversion shaft, Dorman 938-013 provides a direct service-focused replacement solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn or noisy universal joints in the front driveline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifficulty servicing non-serviceable factory U-joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration or driveline imbalance related to shaft wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed for a front conversion shaft on listed applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintenance issues caused by lack of greaseable joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle uses the listed front position and double Cardan style at the transfer case before ordering. Confirm shaft length, diameter, and transfer case configuration against the original part to ensure proper fitment on the Dodge Dakota or Mitsubishi Raider application. After installation, service the greaseable joints according to the vehicle maintenance schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman OE FIX parts are engineered to address common failure points in original equipment designs while maintaining application-specific fitment. Part number 938-013 is built as a serviceable front drive shaft replacement for the listed vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52795371749557,"sku":"BKKY-938-013","price":764.61,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_938013_Ang.jpg?v=1783924914","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-938-013-drive-shaft-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}