{"product_id":"dorman-938-236-drive-shaft-front","title":"Dorman 938-236 Drive Shaft - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFront Drive Shaft for Dodge Ram\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 938-236 is a complete front drive shaft assembly for select 1996-1999 Dodge Ram trucks. It arrives pre-balanced and uses 100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to simplify replacement and restore driveline function.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Dorman\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: 938-236\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction\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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft length: 31.75 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaft diameter: 2.5 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWall thickness: 0.083 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1997-1999 Dodge Ram 1500, front, w\/Sales Code DJC (Dana 44 Axle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1997-1999 Dodge Ram 2500, front, w\/Sales Code DHH (Shift-On-The-Fly, 241 Transfer Case); w\/Sales Code DJF (Dana 60 Front Axle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1997-1999 Dodge Ram 3500, front, w\/Sales Code DHH (Shift-On-The-Fly, 241 Transfer Case); w\/Sales Code DJF (Dana 60 Front Axle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1996 Dodge Ram 1500, front, w\/Sales Code DHK (Shift-On-The-Fly, 231HD Transfer Case)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1996 Dodge Ram 2500, front, w\/Sales Code DHH (Shift-On-The-Fly, 241 Transfer Case)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eReplacement Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis front driveshaft is built for Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and Ram 3500 applications that require the listed axle and transfer case configurations. The steel tube construction, adjustable overall length, and greaseable design support a direct driveline service replacement where the original shaft has worn, vibrated, or developed joint play. Part number 938-236 also cross-references 52099322 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems It Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or clicking from worn universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBinding or looseness at the slip yoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise from damaged tubes, yokes, or CV-related driveline wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront driveline issues on 4x4 Dodge Ram trucks with the listed sales codes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify axle, transfer case, and sales code details before ordering. This assembly is for front-position applications only and should be matched to the exact vehicle configuration shown in the fitment list. Inspect companion driveline components, mounting points, and seals during installation, and confirm proper driveline alignment after replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete, pre-balanced assembly with all-new major wear components to support a straightforward replacement. Part number 938-236 is built to the listed specifications for the confirmed Dodge Ram applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52795375288501,"sku":"BKKY-938-236","price":1264.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_938236_Fro.jpg?v=1783925468","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-938-236-drive-shaft-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}