{"product_id":"dorman-946-209-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-209 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOE FIX Rear Drive Shaft for Serviceable U-Joints\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-209 is a rear drive shaft built for vehicles that originally used permanently staked universal joints. This OE FIX design replaces that setup with serviceable U-joints for easier maintenance and future driveline service. It is a steel drive shaft with a 2.5-inch diameter and 41-inch overall length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction for driveline replacement applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE FIX design changes non-serviceable U-joints to serviceable joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e41-inch drive shaft length with 2.5-inch shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.065-inch wall thickness for a regular-grade replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear driveshaft application for select vehicle fitments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 946-209 for ordering and cross-reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Product Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman rear drive shaft is built for drivers who need a direct driveline replacement with easier long-term serviceability. By replacing permanently staked universal joints with serviceable U-joints, Dorman 946-209 simplifies maintenance compared with the original design. It is a steel rear driveshaft intended for specific vehicle applications, including Ford F-150 and Ford Expedition fitments where the original shaft design can make driveline service more difficult. This part cross-references 37000N4300 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn or noisy universal joints in the rear driveline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration caused by driveline wear or imbalance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifficulty servicing factory staked U-joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs after shaft corrosion or damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring rear driveshaft function on Ford F-150 and Ford Expedition applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify driveline length, shaft diameter, and rear application before installation. Confirm vehicle-specific fitment for the Ford F-150 or Ford Expedition application listed for your model year, and inspect related driveline components such as yokes, mounts, and U-joint interfaces during replacement. Because this shaft is not adjustable, correct application matching is important before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman OE FIX parts are engineered to address original equipment service limitations with practical replacement designs. Part number 946-209 follows that approach by making the rear drive shaft serviceable for easier maintenance on the specified applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798249435317,"sku":"BKKY-946-209","price":703.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946209_Ang.jpg?v=1784007177","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-209-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}