{"product_id":"dorman-938-278-drive-shaft-front","title":"Dorman 938-278 Drive Shaft - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFront Driveshaft for Chevrolet and GMC 4x4 Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for front driveline service on select Chevrolet and GMC trucks and SUVs. Part number 938-278 is pre-balanced and assembled for direct replacement, with steel construction and serviceable grease fittings for maintenance access.\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 installation-ready service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints per manufacturer description\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for application-specific fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft length: 33.875 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaft diameter: 2 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWall thickness: 0.12 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 938-278 is a front drive shaft assembly for select 1995-1999 Chevrolet K1500, Tahoe, K2500, and K2500 Suburban models, plus GMC K1500, Yukon, K2500, and K2500 Suburban applications. It is also listed for 1998-1999 Chevrolet K1500 and Tahoe, and 1998-1999 GMC K1500 front driveline service without RPO Code NP8 (2-speed push-button shift transfer case), with ID DAU. This part cross-references 26038126 for the same application. The steel shaft, adjustable overall length, and greaseable design support replacement of a worn or damaged front driveshaft while maintaining the original driveline configuration.\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 from worn universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBinding or rough operation in the front driveline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage from corrosion, impact, or shaft wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues caused by failed yokes or joint components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle ID code and transfer case configuration before ordering. This front driveshaft is listed for ID DAU applications, and certain 1998-1999 Chevrolet and GMC K1500\/Tahoe models require confirmation that the vehicle is without RPO Code NP8. Compare the original shaft length, diameter, and mounting configuration to the replacement before installation. Because the assembly is greaseable, service the joints according to the vehicle maintenance schedule after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints per the manufacturer description. Part number 938-278 is engineered for direct replacement service on the listed Chevrolet and GMC front driveline applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52795376435381,"sku":"BKKY-938-278","price":599.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_938278_Fro.jpg?v=1783925699","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-938-278-drive-shaft-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}