{"product_id":"dorman-938-229-drive-shaft-front","title":"Dorman 938-229 Drive Shaft - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFront Drive Shaft for 1994-1996 Ford F-150\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 938-229 is a complete front drive shaft assembly for 1994-1996 Ford F-150 applications. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, and joints for a direct replacement on the front driveline.\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 installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable overall length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e35.75 in drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular grade replacement part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt for front driveline service, this Dorman drive shaft assembly is engineered for 1994-1996 Ford F-150 trucks with the front position listed in the fitment data. Part number 938-229 uses a steel shaft and a slip yoke, with an adjustable overall length to support proper driveline alignment during replacement. The greaseable design helps serviceability, while the pre-balanced assembly reduces the need for additional balancing work after installation. This part cross-references Ford OE-style numbers such as F4TZ4A376A and FDP-182 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or out-of-balance front drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise caused by worn driveline joints or shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline slop from damaged yokes or tube wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment issues when replacing the front shaft on a Ford F-150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService delays from rebuilding an existing shaft instead of replacing it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 1994-1996 Ford F-150, front. Verify shaft length, slip yoke engagement, and driveline measurements before installation. Confirm the front driveline configuration matches the vehicle application and inspect related mounting points, seals, and companion components during replacement. Part number 938-229 is supplied as a front drive shaft assembly for direct replacement use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies replacement driveline components with OE-style fit and function focus. This assembly is pre-balanced and assembled with new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints per manufacturer description, supporting a straightforward replacement process for Ford F-150 front driveline service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52795375157429,"sku":"BKKY-938-229","price":339.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_938229_Fro.jpg?v=1783925442","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-938-229-drive-shaft-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}