Dorman 946-024 Drive Shaft - Rear

Rear Drive Shaft for Express and Savana

Dorman 946-024 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans. It is pre-balanced and built with 100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints for a direct replacement approach on rear driveline service.

Compatible With 2003-2009 Chevrolet Express 2500, rear, 2003-2009 Chevrolet Express 3500, rear, 2003-2009 GMC Savana 2500, rear, and 2003-2009 GMC Savana 3500, rear.

• Steel shaft construction
• 97 in drive shaft length
• 3 in shaft diameter
• 0.083 in wall thickness
• Greaseable drive shaft design
• Overall length adjustable
• Pre-balanced assembly for installation readiness

Detailed Product Overview

This Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear driveline replacement on Chevrolet Express 2500, Chevrolet Express 3500, GMC Savana 2500, and GMC Savana 3500 applications. The steel shaft uses a regular-grade construction with a 3-inch diameter and 0.083-inch wall thickness, while the adjustable overall length helps match the vehicle application. Part number 946-024 is also a useful reference when sourcing the correct rear driveshaft for these vans.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Issues This Part Can Address

• Vibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear driveshaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from worn U-joints or CV joints
• Excess play caused by damaged yokes or shaft components
• Service needs after driveline wear on high-mileage Express and Savana vans
• Replacement of a bent, corroded, or damaged rear shaft assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear fitment by year, make, and model before installation. Confirm the shaft length and adjustable range match the vehicle configuration, and inspect related driveline components for wear before installing the new assembly. Part number 946-024 is intended for rear position applications only on the listed Chevrolet and GMC vans.

Quality Assurance

Dorman builds this assembly with all-new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints, and the unit is pre-balanced for service-ready replacement. For buyers searching for a rear drive shaft for 2003-2009 Chevrolet Express 2500, 2003-2009 Chevrolet Express 3500, 2003-2009 GMC Savana 2500, or 2003-2009 GMC Savana 3500, Dorman 946-024 provides a direct-fit driveline service option.