{"product_id":"dorman-946-397-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-397 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Driveshaft for 2003 Dodge Ram 3500\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman driveshaft assembly is built for a direct rear application on the 2003 Dodge Ram 3500, with fitment noted for trucks without a damper on the rear axle pinion yoke. Part number 946-397 is a steel replacement shaft that arrives pre-balanced and ready to install.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel driveshaft construction for driveline service replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for smoother operation after 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 driveshaft design for serviceability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for application-specific fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft length: 96.625 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaft diameter: 3.5 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWall thickness: 0.083 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-397 is a complete rear driveshaft assembly for the 2003 Dodge Ram 3500. It is engineered as a direct replacement for the original driveline shaft and uses all-new yokes, tubes, and U-joints to restore proper driveline function. The steel shaft construction, greaseable design, and adjustable overall length support a precise service replacement for rear driveline repair work on the Dodge Ram 3500.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Mopar 52853066AA for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Is Used For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a worn, bent, or damaged rear driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrecting vibration caused by driveline imbalance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring driveline connection after U-joint or yoke wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing noise from a failing shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepairing rear driveline issues on a 2003 Dodge Ram 3500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2003 Dodge Ram 3500, rear, wo\/Damper on Rear Axle Pinion Yoke. Verify shaft length, slip yoke engagement, and driveline alignment before installation. Confirm the rear axle configuration matches the listed note, since this application excludes trucks with a damper on the rear axle pinion yoke. Part number 946-397 should be matched to the vehicle’s driveline setup before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this driveshaft as a complete replacement assembly with new yokes, tubes, and universal joints, and it is pre-balanced for installation readiness. Part number 946-397 is built to replace the original rear shaft on the specified Dodge Ram 3500 application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798255300789,"sku":"BKKY-946-397","price":1271.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946397_Fro.jpg?v=1784008141","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-397-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}