{"product_id":"dorman-938-161-drive-shaft-front","title":"Dorman 938-161 Drive Shaft - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 938-161 Front Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 938-161 is a complete front drive shaft assembly for select Ram and Dodge trucks. It is pre-balanced for installation and built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to support a direct driveline replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for easier installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable overall length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32.5 in drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.095 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2013 Ram 2500, front, w\/Serrated Pinion Flange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2013 Ram 3500, front, w\/Serrated Pinion Flange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2011-2012 Ram 2500, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2011-2012 Ram 3500, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2003-2010 Dodge Ram 2500, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2007-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, front, Exc. Chassis Cab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2006-2008 Dodge Ram 1500, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2003-2006 Dodge Ram 3500, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Drive Shaft Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or out-of-balance front driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise during acceleration or deceleration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlay caused by worn universal joints or CV joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline issues related to damaged yokes or tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment problems when replacing a front shaft on Ram 2500, Ram 3500, or Dodge Ram 1500 applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify axle and flange configuration before installation, especially on 2013 Ram 2500 and 2013 Ram 3500 models with a serrated pinion flange. Confirm overall length, slip yoke engagement, and front driveline orientation against the removed shaft before final tightening. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman builds this replacement drive shaft as a complete assembly with new core components and pre-balanced construction for consistent fit and function. Part number 938-161 is engineered for direct replacement use on the listed Ram and Dodge front driveline applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52795373682869,"sku":"BKKY-938-161","price":464.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_938161_Fro.jpg?v=1783925195","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-938-161-drive-shaft-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}