{"product_id":"dorman-946-261-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-261 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 original equipment shafts with permanently staked universal joints. Part number 946-261 replaces the rear driveline assembly with a serviceable design for easier future maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible with 1989-1996 Nissan 300ZX, rear, w\/2 passenger seating. This application-specific fitment helps keep the driveline match correct for the vehicle configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction for driveline strength and durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e44.37 in overall drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear position application for Nissan 300ZX models with 2 passenger seating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE FIX design makes the U-joints serviceable for simpler maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 946-261 for direct reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-261 is a rear drive shaft engineered for 1989-1996 Nissan 300ZX models with 2 passenger seating. The steel shaft uses a regular-grade construction and is sized to match the specified driveline dimensions, including a 44.37-inch length, 2.5-inch diameter, and 0.083-inch wall thickness. Unlike original shafts that use permanently staked universal joints, this OE FIX design allows the U-joints to be serviced separately, which can simplify future driveline maintenance on the Nissan 300ZX.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references 3700040P09 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Solve\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn or damaged rear drive shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService difficulty caused by non-serviceable staked U-joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration related to shaft wear or joint condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise from a failing rear driveshaft or universal joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed for a replacement rear driveshaft on Nissan 300ZX rear applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear-position fitment and confirm the vehicle is a 1989-1996 Nissan 300ZX with 2 passenger seating before installation. Compare the shaft length and mounting configuration to the original part to ensure proper driveline alignment. Because this is a driveline component, careful inspection of related U-joints, mounts, and surrounding hardware is recommended during replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman OE FIX parts are engineered to address known service issues in original equipment designs while maintaining application-specific fitment. Part number 946-261 is built as a direct rear driveshaft replacement for the listed Nissan 300ZX applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798251663541,"sku":"BKKY-946-261","price":713.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946261_Ang.jpg?v=1784007505","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-261-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}