{"product_id":"dorman-946-528-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-528 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 946-528 Drive Shaft for Astro and Safari\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear applications on the Chevrolet Astro and GMC Safari. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to support a direct driveline replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel drive shaft construction for driveline strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for smoother operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for fitment alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e42.14 in drive shaft length with 3 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints per manufacturer description\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 946-528\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-528 is a rear drive shaft assembly for 1999-2003 Chevrolet Astro and 1999-2003 GMC Safari applications, including 2003 first design vehicles with ID GY5. This steel driveshaft is pre-balanced and built with a slip yoke and adjustable overall length to help match the original driveline setup. If you are replacing a worn or damaged Astro or Safari drive shaft, this assembly provides the core components needed for a complete driveline service. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or out-of-balance drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline play caused by damaged yokes or tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment issues when the original shaft is no longer serviceable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear driveline replacement needs on Astro and Safari vans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear application fitment before installation, especially on 2003 Chevrolet Astro and 2003 GMC Safari first design models with ID GY5. Confirm overall length, shaft diameter, and slip yoke configuration against the original part. Inspect related driveline components and mounting points before installing the replacement shaft. Professional installation is recommended for driveline alignment and final verification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this assembly is pre-balanced and assembled with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to support a complete replacement. Part number 946-528 is built as a direct driveline service component for the listed Chevrolet Astro and GMC Safari rear applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798256808117,"sku":"BKKY-946-528","price":639.57,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946528_Fro.jpg?v=1784008390","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-528-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}