{"product_id":"dorman-946-195-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-195 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 946-195 Rear Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestore driveline function on compatible Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD and GMC Sierra 3500 HD applications with this Dorman drive shaft assembly. Part number 946-195 is a complete, pre-balanced replacement built with new yokes, tubes, and joints for a direct service solution on rear-position regular chassis cab trucks.\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 smoother operation after installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design for serviceability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable overall length for fitment alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft length: 82.625 in; wall thickness: 0.083 in; shaft diameter: 3.5 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular grade replacement for rear driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-195 is a rear drive shaft assembly for 2011-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD and 2011-2017 GMC Sierra 3500 HD regular chassis cab models. It is built as a complete replacement assembly and arrives pre-balanced to reduce the need for additional balancing work during service. The steel shaft, greaseable design, and adjustable overall length support a straightforward driveline repair on heavy-duty trucks that require a rear shaft replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references OE number 20914853 for the same application. Use Dorman 946-195 when servicing a rear drive shaft on a Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD or GMC Sierra 3500 HD regular chassis cab with the listed fitment details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues caused by damaged yokes, tubes, or joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of smooth power transfer through the rear driveline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment problems on rear shaft replacement jobs for heavy-duty chassis cab trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear-position fitment before installation and confirm the truck is a regular chassis cab application. Match the vehicle identification details listed for 2017 models, including ID AA47 or ABF7 where required. Inspect related driveline components, mounting points, and flange interfaces before installing the replacement shaft. Confirm overall length and slip yoke engagement during setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new core components and pre-balanced construction for service-ready installation. Part number 946-195 is engineered for the specified Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD and GMC Sierra 3500 HD rear applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798248353973,"sku":"BKKY-946-195","price":1186.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946195_Fro.jpg?v=1784007094","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-195-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}