{"product_id":"dorman-946-211-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-211 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 shaft design. Part number 946-211 uses a steel shaft with a 2.5-inch diameter and a 34.75-inch length for direct rear driveline replacement on the listed vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction for driveline service replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE FIX design changes the U-joints to a serviceable style for easier maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.5-inch shaft diameter with 0.065-inch wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34.75-inch drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear position application for Nissan 300ZX models listed below\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 946-211 for accurate ordering and catalog lookup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-211 is a rear drive shaft for 1987-1988 Nissan 300ZX and 1989 Nissan 300ZX rear applications built to 1\/89. It is intended for owners and technicians replacing a worn or non-serviceable original shaft on a Nissan 300ZX rear driveline. The OE FIX design replaces permanently staked universal joints with serviceable U-joints, which simplifies future driveline maintenance and reduces the need to replace the entire shaft assembly for U-joint service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis rear drive shaft is a steel replacement with regular grade construction and fixed overall dimensions. It is not greaseable and is not adjustable, so correct vehicle identification is important before ordering. Part number 946-211 also cross-references 3700006P04 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1989 Nissan 300ZX, rear, to 1\/89.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1987-1988 Nissan 300ZX, rear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 permanently staked factory U-joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration or driveline noise from a damaged shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed for a direct rear driveline replacement on a Nissan 300ZX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement of a shaft that no longer meets service requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear position fitment and confirm the vehicle build date before installation, especially for 1989 Nissan 300ZX models built to 1\/89. Match the shaft length, diameter, and mounting configuration to the original part before removal. Because this shaft is not adjustable, accurate application matching is essential for proper driveline alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman OE FIX parts are engineered to correct common original-equipment service issues by improving maintainability. Part number 946-211 is built as a direct replacement for the listed Nissan 300ZX rear applications and is backed by Dorman’s product engineering standards.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798249631925,"sku":"BKKY-946-211","price":662.23,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946211_Ang.jpg?v=1784007192","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-211-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}