{"product_id":"dorman-938-272-drive-shaft-front","title":"Dorman 938-272 Drive Shaft - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 938-272 Front Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestore driveline function on select Dodge Ram heavy-duty trucks with this Dorman drive shaft assembly. Built with a steel shaft, slip yoke, greaseable design, and adjustable overall length, it is made for direct replacement service on front driveline applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible with 2003-2005 Dodge Ram 2500 and 2003-2005 Dodge Ram 3500 equipped with Sales Code DDP and a 5-speed manual transmission, this assembly is pre-balanced for installation and uses 100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints per the manufacturer’s design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Dorman\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: 938-272\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront drive shaft for select Dodge Ram 2500 and Dodge Ram 3500 applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction for driveline service\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: 30.625 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\u003eDorman 938-272 is a front drive shaft assembly for 2003-2005 Dodge Ram 2500 and 2003-2005 Dodge Ram 3500 models with Sales Code DDP and a 5-speed manual transmission. It is built as a complete replacement assembly with steel tubing, a slip yoke, and a greaseable configuration to support driveline serviceability. The adjustable overall length helps match the original driveline setup, while the pre-balanced design supports smoother operation after installation. This part cross-references OE-style numbers 52105931AA and ZDS9537A 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 driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise during acceleration or deceleration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play from worn yokes, tubes, or joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrease service issues on a non-serviceable shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment problems caused by incorrect shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle is a 2003-2005 Dodge Ram 2500 or Dodge Ram 3500 with Sales Code DDP and a 5-speed manual transmission before ordering. Confirm front driveline measurements, slip yoke engagement, and overall length against the original shaft. Inspect related driveline components, mounting points, and seals during replacement to help ensure proper alignment and operation.\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 per the manufacturer description. The pre-balanced construction and adjustable length support consistent installation on the specified Dodge Ram front drive shaft applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52795376271541,"sku":"BKKY-938-272","price":345.82,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_938272_Fro.jpg?v=1783925665","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-938-272-drive-shaft-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}