{"product_id":"dorman-946-333-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-333 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDrive Shaft Assembly for Heavy-Duty Rear Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-333 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and GMC Sierra 3500 trucks. It is pre-balanced for installation and built with new yokes, tubes, and universal joints, with a slip yoke and greaseable design for serviceability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 3.5 in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e104.14 in drive shaft length with adjustable overall length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for direct replacement use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 946-333\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear driveline service on heavy-duty pickup chassis cab applications. It is a steel replacement shaft with a 3.5-inch diameter, adjustable overall length, and a slip yoke for proper driveline fitment. The assembly is pre-balanced to reduce the need for additional balancing work before installation. Dorman 946-333 is listed for 2001-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 rear regular chassis cab, 2001-2006 GMC Sierra 3500 rear regular chassis cab, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Classic rear regular chassis cab, and 2007 GMC Sierra 3500 Classic rear regular chassis cab. This part cross-references OE number 15016993 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues caused by damaged yokes or tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment problems from a shaft that no longer matches the original length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintenance concerns where a greaseable shaft is preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear chassis cab fitment, wheelbase, and driveline measurements before installation. Confirm the original shaft length and slip yoke configuration match the replacement part. Inspect U-joint interfaces, mounting points, and surrounding driveline components for wear before installing the new shaft. Because this assembly is pre-balanced, avoid adding unapproved weights or modifying the tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft assembly as a complete replacement unit with new core driveline components and pre-balanced construction. It is intended for direct replacement on the listed Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and GMC Sierra 3500 rear chassis cab applications, including 2001-2006 models and 2007 Classic models.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798253367477,"sku":"BKKY-946-333","price":890.06,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946333_FRO.jpg?v=1784007800","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-333-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}