{"product_id":"dorman-938-252-drive-shaft-front","title":"Dorman 938-252 Drive Shaft - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 938-252 Front Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 938-252 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 2003-2004 Dodge Ram 2500 and 2003-2004 Dodge Ram 3500 front driveline applications.\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 easier replacement setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, and joints\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 for fitment alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft length: 30.875 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaft diameter: 2.5 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWall thickness: 0.095 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft replacement is built for front driveline service on 2003-2004 Dodge Ram 2500 and 2003-2004 Dodge Ram 3500 models. Part number 938-252 uses a steel shaft with a slip yoke and greaseable design, and the assembly is supplied pre-balanced to reduce setup time during replacement. The adjustable overall length helps support proper driveline fitment, while the new tube and joint components provide a complete service solution for worn or damaged front drive shaft assemblies. This part cross-references Chrysler OE number 52105933AA and CHP-016 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Reasons for Replacement\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 deceleration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play from worn universal joints or slip yoke wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion, tube damage, or shaft fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of smooth power transfer to the front driveline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify front-position fitment before installation on your Dodge Ram 2500 or Dodge Ram 3500. Confirm shaft length, slip yoke engagement, and driveline alignment against the original part before final tightening. Inspect related driveline components, including mounting points and companion hardware, for wear or damage that could affect balance and operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new core components and pre-balanced construction for service-ready installation. Part number 938-252 is engineered for the listed front applications on 2003-2004 Dodge Ram 2500 and 2003-2004 Dodge Ram 3500 trucks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52795375714485,"sku":"BKKY-938-252","price":478.72,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_938252_Fro.jpg?v=1783925556","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-938-252-drive-shaft-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}