{"product_id":"dorman-946-342-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-342 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 946-342 Drive Shaft for Express 3500 and Savana 3500\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-342 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Chevrolet Express 3500 and GMC Savana 3500 vans. It is pre-balanced for installation and built with new yokes, tubes, and universal joints, with a steel shaft, slip yoke, greaseable design, and adjustable overall length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 3.5 in diameter and 0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for direct installation\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\u003eOverall length adjustable for proper driveline setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2013-2017 Chevrolet Express 3500, rear, w\/Single Rear Wheel (SRW); 2 Piece Shaft Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2013-2017 GMC Savana 3500, rear, w\/Single Rear Wheel (SRW); 2 Piece Shaft Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly, part number 946-342, is built for rear driveline replacement on 2013-2017 Chevrolet Express 3500 and 2013-2017 GMC Savana 3500 models with Single Rear Wheel configuration and a 2-piece shaft assembly. The steel construction, slip yoke, greaseable joints, and adjustable overall length support a precise driveline service fit. This part cross-references OE number 22739483 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a worn or damaged rear drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrecting driveline vibration caused by imbalance or wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring smooth power transfer in high-mileage vans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing noise from worn yokes or universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepairing a driveline assembly with excessive play or shaft damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear fitment, SRW configuration, and 2-piece shaft assembly before ordering. Confirm driveshaft length and driveline alignment during installation, and inspect related mounting points, joints, and seals for wear. Because this assembly is pre-balanced, handle it carefully to avoid altering balance during installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this replacement drive shaft as a complete assembly with new core components for service-ready installation. Part number 946-342 is engineered to match the listed vehicle applications and OE cross-reference 22739483.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798253629621,"sku":"BKKY-946-342","price":1131.28,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946342_Fro.jpg?v=1784007848","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-342-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}