{"product_id":"dorman-946-225-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-225 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Drive Shaft for 1988-1989 Nissan D21\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman rear drive shaft is an OE FIX replacement for the 1988-1989 Nissan D21, built to address service issues found in the original design. Part number 946-225 uses a steel shaft with a 2.5-inch diameter and 69-inch overall length for direct rear driveline replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction for rear driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.5-inch shaft diameter with 0.065-inch wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e69-inch drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular grade replacement part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-greaseable design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE FIX design for serviceable universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-225 is a rear drive shaft for select Nissan D21 trucks from 1988-1989. The original equipment shaft on these applications uses permanently staked universal joints, which can make future service difficult. This replacement updates the design so the U-joints can be serviced more easily during driveline maintenance. If you are searching for a rear drive shaft for 1988 Nissan D21 or a rear drive shaft for 1989 Nissan D21, part number 946-225 is built for that application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references 3700013G06 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn or damaged rear drive shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService difficulty caused by staked universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration related to shaft wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise from a failing rear driveshaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed for a serviceable replacement on Nissan D21 rear driveline systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear position, shaft length, and driveline configuration before installation. Confirm the 69-inch length and 2.5-inch shaft diameter match the vehicle application. Inspect related driveline components, including U-joints and mounting points, during replacement to help ensure proper fitment and operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman OE FIX parts are engineered to address common service limitations in original designs while maintaining application-specific fitment. Part number 946-225 is built as a direct rear driveline replacement for the listed Nissan D21 model years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798250483893,"sku":"BKKY-946-225","price":671.31,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946225_Ang.jpg?v=1784007287","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-225-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}