{"product_id":"dorman-946-246-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-246 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 946-246 Rear Drive Shaft for Nissan D21 and Pathfinder\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-246 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Nissan applications. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to simplify replacement on the vehicle.\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\u003e3 in. shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e47.125 in. drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in. wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for direct installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-greaseable design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixed-length assembly with no adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft, part number 946-246, is built as a complete rear driveshaft assembly for Nissan D21, Nissan Pathfinder, and Nissan 720 rear applications. The steel shaft uses a 3-inch diameter and 0.083-inch wall thickness, with a 47.125-inch overall length, making it a direct replacement option for driveline service where the original rear shaft has worn, vibrated, or failed. Part number 946-246 is supplied pre-balanced and assembled with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to reduce the need for component-level rebuilding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Nissan OE number 3730031G11 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1986 Nissan 720, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1986-1990 Nissan D21, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1987 Nissan Pathfinder, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Is Used For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a bent or damaged rear drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrecting driveline vibration caused by worn joints or imbalance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring power transfer from the transmission to the rear axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing clunking or looseness from worn driveline components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServicing a failed shaft on Nissan D21, Pathfinder, or 720 rear driveline applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear application, shaft length, and driveline configuration before installation. Compare the original shaft dimensions and mounting points to confirm proper fit on your Nissan D21, Pathfinder, or 720. Because this assembly is not adjustable, correct vehicle application is important for proper driveline alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this rear drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new internal and external driveline components. The pre-balanced design supports consistent operation after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798251237557,"sku":"BKKY-946-246","price":683.71,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946246_Ang.jpg?v=1784007416","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-246-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}