{"product_id":"dorman-938-196-drive-shaft-front","title":"Dorman 938-196 Drive Shaft - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 938-196 Front Drive Shaft for Ram\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 938-196 is a complete front drive shaft assembly for select Dodge Ram heavy-duty trucks. It is pre-balanced for installation and built with new yokes, tubes, and joints to support a direct replacement on the front driveline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction for driveline strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for smoother operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for proper fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 in drive shaft length with 2.5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft, part number 938-196, is built for front driveline service on 1994-1996 Dodge Ram 2500 and 1995 Dodge Ram 3500 models. It is a steel replacement shaft with a greaseable design and adjustable overall length, helping restore proper driveline geometry after wear or damage. The assembly is supplied with a slip yoke and is intended for front-position applications on Dodge Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks.\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 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 from damaged joints or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of driveline smoothness after shaft wear or impact damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment issues caused by incorrect shaft length or slip yoke wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService problems on front driveline assemblies in Dodge Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify front-position fitment before ordering. Confirm shaft length, diameter, and driveline configuration against the original part on the vehicle. Because this assembly is greaseable, routine lubrication should be performed according to service intervals to help maintain joint performance. Professional installation and driveline inspection are recommended after replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures replacement driveline components for direct-fit service applications. Part number 938-196 is engineered as a complete replacement assembly with new major wear components and pre-balanced construction for installation readiness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52795374534837,"sku":"BKKY-938-196","price":751.81,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_938196_Fro.jpg?v=1783925319","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-938-196-drive-shaft-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}