{"product_id":"dorman-938-096-drive-shaft-front","title":"Dorman 938-096 Drive Shaft - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 938-096 Front Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for 2002-2004 Dodge Ram 1500 front applications and arrives pre-balanced for installation. It uses 100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to replace a worn or damaged driveline component with a complete assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete front drive shaft assembly for Dodge Ram 1500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for direct installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCV joints included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32.25 in drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo slip yoke and no greaseable drive shaft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 938-096 is a replacement front drive shaft for 2002-2004 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks. It is built as a complete assembly with new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints, helping restore driveline function when the original shaft is worn, bent, or out of balance. The steel construction, fixed-length design, and pre-balanced setup support a straightforward replacement for front driveline service. This part cross-references Cardone Reman 65-9197 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems It Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or unbalanced front drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn CV or universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage to the shaft tube or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of smooth front driveline operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService replacement for a failed Dodge Ram 1500 front driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify front-position fitment before installation on 2002-2004 Dodge Ram 1500 models. Confirm overall length, shaft diameter, and driveline configuration against the original part number 938-096 and the vehicle’s existing shaft. Because this assembly is not greaseable and does not include an axle nut, reuse or source any vehicle-specific components required by the application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new internal and external driveline components. The pre-balanced design supports consistent fitment and helps reduce the need for additional balancing during service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52795372961973,"sku":"BKKY-938-096","price":287.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_938096_Ang.jpg?v=1783925064","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-938-096-drive-shaft-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}