{"product_id":"dorman-946-244-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-244 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Drive Shaft for Nissan 350Z\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman rear drive shaft is built for 2003-2009 Nissan 350Z applications and addresses a common service challenge found in the original shaft design. Part number 946-244 replaces the rear driveline assembly with a steel shaft that uses serviceable universal joints for easier maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2003-2009 Nissan 350Z, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction for driveline durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-inch shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e59.75-inch drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083-inch wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE FIX design with serviceable U-joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-greaseable and non-adjustable design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for part number 946-244\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-244 is a rear drive shaft engineered for the Nissan 350Z to replace the original assembly on 2003-2009 models. The OE FIX design changes the service approach by using universal joints that can be serviced, helping simplify future driveline maintenance compared with permanently staked factory joints. This rear driveshaft is built from steel and measures 59.75 inches in length with a 3-inch diameter and 0.083-inch wall thickness for a direct-fit driveline replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Hyundai\/Kia OE application 37000CD000 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 driveline operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration caused by a damaged drive shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService difficulty from non-serviceable factory U-joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline play from aging shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed for a rear drive shaft replacement on a Nissan 350Z\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2003-2009 Nissan 350Z, rear. Confirm driveline length, flange fitment, and vehicle configuration before installation. Inspect related driveline components, including mounts and differential connections, during replacement to help ensure proper operation after service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman OE FIX parts are developed to address known service issues in original equipment designs while maintaining application-specific fitment. Part number 946-244 is built as a rear driveline replacement for the listed Nissan 350Z model years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798251172021,"sku":"BKKY-946-244","price":867.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946244_Ang.jpg?v=1784007402","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-244-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}