{"product_id":"dorman-938-263-drive-shaft-front","title":"Dorman 938-263 Drive Shaft - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 938-263 Front Drive Shaft for Ram HD\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 938-263 is a complete front drive shaft assembly for select Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 applications. It arrives pre-balanced and uses all-new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints for a direct replacement on the front driveline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel drive shaft construction with a 2.5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for installation-ready service\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 fitment alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34.25 in drive shaft length and 0.12 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront application for Ram 2500 and Ram 3500\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 2013-2018 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks. It is a steel assembly with a slip yoke and adjustable overall length, making it a practical OE-style replacement when the original shaft is worn, damaged, or out of balance. Part number 938-263 also cross-references 5146802AA for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor 2014-2018 Ram 2500 front and 2014-2018 Ram 3500 front applications, this assembly provides a direct replacement path for driveline repair. It also fits 2013 Ram 2500 front and 2013 Ram 3500 front with flat faced pinion flange. The design includes new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints as part of the complete assembly.\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\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBinding or rough operation in the front driveline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage to the original shaft tube or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues caused by a failing slip yoke or joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify front axle and flange configuration before installation. This part fits 2013 Ram 2500 front and 2013 Ram 3500 front only with a flat faced pinion flange, while 2014-2018 Ram 2500 front and 2014-2018 Ram 3500 front applications use the listed front driveline fitment. Confirm shaft length, diameter, and mounting points against the original unit before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this assembly as a complete replacement driveline component with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints. The pre-balanced construction supports consistent fit and service on Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 front drive shaft applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52795376042165,"sku":"BKKY-938-263","price":1022.61,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_938263_Fro.jpg?v=1783925625","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-938-263-drive-shaft-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}