{"product_id":"dorman-946-368-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-368 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 946-368 Rear Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-368 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Chevrolet and GMC full-size trucks and SUVs. It is pre-balanced for installation and built with new yokes and tubes to support a direct driveline replacement on the listed applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction for driveline strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for smoother operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes and tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for fitment on listed vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e61.875 in drive shaft length with 3.5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eApplication Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With 1994-1996 Chevrolet K1500, rear; 1994-1996 GMC K1500, rear; and 1998-1999 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban, rear with RPO Code NP8 for the 2-speed push button shift transfer case. Compatible With 1998-1999 GMC K1500 Suburban, rear with the same NP8 transfer case requirement. This Dorman 946-368 drive shaft is a direct replacement option for owners servicing a worn or damaged rear driveline on these Chevrolet K1500 and GMC K1500 applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references 26029960 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can 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 damaged joints or shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play caused by worn yokes or tube wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline replacement after impact or corrosion damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment issues on vehicles requiring the NP8 2-speed push button shift transfer case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear application, wheelbase, and transfer case configuration before installation. This assembly is adjustable in overall length, and the slip yoke is included. CV joints are not included, and the axle nut is not included. Confirm all driveline measurements against the removed shaft to ensure proper fit on the listed Chevrolet K1500, GMC K1500, and K1500 Suburban rear applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new yokes and tubes, and it is pre-balanced before installation. The design follows the manufacturer’s replacement-focused approach for restoring driveline function on the specified vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798254317749,"sku":"BKKY-946-368","price":465.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946368_Fro.jpg?v=1784007970","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-368-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}