{"product_id":"dorman-946-208-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-208 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Drive Shaft for Nissan 280ZX\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman OE FIX rear drive shaft is built for specific Nissan 280ZX applications and addresses a common service issue found in the original shaft design. Part number 946-208 replaces the factory-style rear driveshaft with a serviceable setup that simplifies future maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction for driveline strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30.25 in drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.065 in shaft wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear position application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE FIX design with serviceable universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-greaseable design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixed-length shaft; not adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Product Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-208 is a rear drive shaft for 1981 Nissan 280ZX and 1982-1983 Nissan 280ZX models with 2 passenger seating. It uses a steel shaft body with a 2.5-inch diameter and 0.065-inch wall thickness, providing a direct replacement option for the rear driveline assembly. The OE FIX design updates the original permanently staked U-joint arrangement so the universal joints can be serviced more easily during maintenance. This part cross-references Nissan 37000P6510 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn or damaged rear driveshaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService difficulty caused by non-serviceable factory U-joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration related to shaft wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise from loosened or failing universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs on 1981-1983 Nissan 280ZX rear driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 1981 Nissan 280ZX, rear. Fits 1982-1983 Nissan 280ZX, rear, w\/2 Passenger Seating. Verify rear driveline measurements and vehicle configuration before installation, and inspect related driveline components such as U-joints, mounts, and differential connections during service. Part number 946-208 is a fixed-length rear driveshaft and is not adjustable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman OE FIX parts are engineered to address known service issues in original equipment designs while maintaining application-specific fitment for the listed Nissan 280ZX models.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798249369781,"sku":"BKKY-946-208","price":519.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946208_Ang.jpg?v=1784007170","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-208-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}