{"product_id":"dorman-946-191-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-191 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 946-191 Rear Driveshaft for Ram 1500\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-191 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select 2000-2001 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks. It is pre-balanced for installation and built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to simplify driveline replacement on the Ram 1500 rear application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete rear drive shaft assembly for select Dodge Ram 1500 models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for direct installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e77 in drive shaft length with 4 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length is adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular grade replacement part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly, part number 946-191, is built for 2000-2001 Dodge Ram 1500 rear applications. It uses an aluminum shaft and is supplied as a complete assembly with 100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints, helping reduce the time and complexity of driveline service. The adjustable overall length and slip yoke support proper driveline setup for the specified Ram 1500 fitment. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or out-of-balance driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise during acceleration or deceleration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play from worn yokes or joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService delays caused by rebuilding multiple driveline components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs for a damaged rear driveshaft on a Dodge Ram 1500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With 2000-2001 Dodge Ram 1500, rear. Verify shaft length, slip yoke engagement, and driveline alignment before installation. Confirm the vehicle’s rear application and compare the original shaft dimensions to the 77 in length, 4 in diameter, and 0.083 in wall thickness listed for Dorman 946-191. Because axle nut and installation hardware are not included, reuse or source any required fasteners separately as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this replacement driveshaft as a complete assembly with new driveline components and pre-balanced construction for consistent fitment on the specified Dodge Ram 1500 rear application. Part number 946-191 is engineered as a direct replacement solution for the listed vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798247207093,"sku":"BKKY-946-191","price":980.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946191_Fro.jpg?v=1784007074","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-191-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}