{"product_id":"dorman-938-186-drive-shaft-front","title":"Dorman 938-186 Drive Shaft - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 938-186 Front Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestore driveline performance with this Dorman front drive shaft assembly for select Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac applications. Dorman 938-186 is a complete replacement drive shaft that arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints included in the assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete front drive shaft assembly for driveline replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for smoother operation after installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 2.75 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e36.375 in drive shaft length and 0.065 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included for proper driveline engagement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for fitment alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-greaseable design for low-maintenance service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits front-position applications on select AWD and heavy-duty models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft is built as a direct replacement for front driveline service on select 2001-2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, Cadillac Escalade, and related SUV and truck applications. It is engineered for vehicles with specific transfer case and transmission codes, including NP3, NR3, JL4, and M32 configurations. This part cross-references Cardone Reman 65-9519 for the same application. Dorman 938-186 is a practical solution when the original front drive shaft is worn, out of balance, or damaged from driveline wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Solve\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or out-of-balance front drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise during acceleration or load changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of smooth power transfer from the transfer case to the front axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues caused by damaged yokes, tubes, or joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs on AWD and heavy-duty front driveline setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle’s RPO code and driveline configuration before ordering. This front drive shaft is listed for specific applications on 2001-2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and related models, with notes tied to AWD transfer case and heavy-duty transmission combinations. Confirm overall length, shaft diameter, and front-position requirements against the original part before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this assembly as a complete replacement unit with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints, and it is pre-balanced for installation readiness. The steel construction and adjustable overall length support accurate driveline service on the listed Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, and Cadillac Escalade applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52795374272693,"sku":"BKKY-938-186","price":402.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_938186_Fro.jpg?v=1783925271","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-938-186-drive-shaft-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}