Dorman 938-244 Drive Shaft - Front

Brand Dorman 938-244
Position Front
Shaft Material Steel
CV Joints Included No
Grade Type Regular
Shaft Diameter 2
Slip Yoke No
Axle Nut Included No
Drive Shaft Length (In) 27.875 in
Drive Shaft Wall Thickness (In) 0.12 in
Greaseable Drive Shaft Yes
Overall Length Adjustable Yes
Package Contents 1 driveshaft
Fits Jeep · 9 vehicles

Complete assembly. Pre-balanced and ready to install with new yokes, tubes, CV joints and universal joints.

Steel construction. Durable shaft material with a 2-inch diameter and 0.12-inch wall thickness.

Adjustable length. Greaseable design helps simplify service and fine-tuning during installation.

Cross-references 53003912 for the same application. See all 1.

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Dorman 938-244 Front Drive Shaft

Dorman 938-244 is a complete front drive shaft assembly for select Jeep applications. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints to simplify replacement on the front driveline.

Key Features

  • Steel shaft construction for driveline service
  • Pre-balanced assembly for installation readiness
  • 100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints
  • Greaseable drive shaft design
  • Overall length adjustable
  • Drive shaft length: 27.875 in
  • Shaft diameter: 2 in
  • Wall thickness: 0.12 in
  • Fits front position applications

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for front driveline replacement on 1987-1990 Jeep Cherokee, 1987-1990 Jeep Comanche, and 1987 Jeep Wagoneer. The steel construction, adjustable overall length, and greaseable design support serviceability, while the pre-balanced assembly helps reduce the need for additional setup before installation. Part number 938-244 is also referenced by 53003912 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

  • Vibration from a worn or out-of-balance front drive shaft
  • Noise caused by worn universal joints or CV joints
  • Driveline play from damaged yokes or tubes
  • Service issues related to a non-greaseable shaft design
  • Replacement needs after front driveline wear on Jeep Cherokee, Comanche, or Wagoneer

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify front-position fitment before ordering. Confirm overall length, shaft diameter, and driveline configuration against the removed part. Because the assembly is adjustable, final fit should be checked during installation. Inspect related driveline components for wear before completing the repair on Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Comanche, or Jeep Wagoneer applications.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this as a complete replacement driveline assembly with new core components and pre-balanced construction for service-ready installation. Part number 938-244 is built to replace the original front drive shaft on the listed Jeep applications.

This part fits 9 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelDrive TypeTransmissionLitersCylindersPositionNotes
1990JeepCherokee4WDAutomatic2.5LL4Front—
1990JeepComanche4WDAutomatic2.5LL4Front—
1989JeepCherokee4WDAutomatic2.5LL4Front—
1989JeepComanche4WDAutomatic2.5LL4Front—
1988JeepCherokee4WDAutomatic2.5LL4Front—
1988JeepComanche4WDAutomatic2.5LL4Front—
1987JeepCherokee4WDAutomatic2.5LL4Front—
1987JeepComanche4WDAutomatic2.5LL4Front—
1987JeepWagoneer4WDAutomatic2.5LL4Front—
Directly replaces or cross-references 1 part number
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
53003912