{"product_id":"dorman-946-210-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-210 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Drive Shaft for Nissan 300ZX\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman OE FIX rear drive shaft is built for specific Nissan 300ZX applications and addresses a common service issue found in the original design. Part number 946-210 replaces the rear driveline assembly with a steel shaft that uses serviceable universal joints for easier maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction for rear driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34.75 in drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.065 in shaft wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-greaseable design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixed-length configuration, not adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits rear position applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOE FIX Serviceable Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe original rear drive shafts on select Nissan 300ZX models use permanently staked universal joints, which can make future service difficult. Dorman 946-210 updates that layout with serviceable U-joints to simplify maintenance while keeping the rear driveline application focused on direct replacement needs. This part is a practical choice for 1984 Nissan 300ZX rear models with 2 passenger seating, as well as 1985-1986 Nissan 300ZX rear applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references 3700002P02 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn or noisy rear drive shaft U-joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifficulty servicing staked factory universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a damaged rear driveshaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline play caused by shaft wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs on Nissan 300ZX rear driveline service\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 vehicle matches the listed Nissan 300ZX applications. Compare shaft length, diameter, and mounting points to the original assembly before removal. Because this drive shaft is not adjustable, correct application matching is important for proper driveline alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman OE FIX parts are engineered to address known service limitations in original equipment designs. Part number 946-210 is built as a direct rear drive shaft replacement for the listed Nissan 300ZX fitments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798249500853,"sku":"BKKY-946-210","price":557.07,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946210_Ang.jpg?v=1784007184","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-210-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}