{"product_id":"dorman-946-568-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-568 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 946-568 Rear Driveshaft for Ford F-350 Super Duty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear applications on select Ford F-350 Super Duty trucks. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, and universal joints to support a direct replacement for worn or damaged driveline components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for smoother operation after installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 3.5 in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e111.846 in overall drive shaft length with 0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included for proper driveline engagement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design for serviceability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for fitment alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-568 is a rear drive shaft assembly engineered for 2002-2004 Ford F-350 Super Duty models with Single Rear Wheel (SRW) and Crew Chassis Cab configurations. It is a steel replacement shaft designed to restore driveline function when the original shaft is worn, bent, or otherwise no longer serviceable. This part cross-references Ford OE number 2C3Z4R602BV for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor buyers searching for a 2002 Ford F-350 Super Duty rear driveshaft, a 2003 Ford F-350 Super Duty rear drive shaft, or a 2004 Ford F-350 Super Duty rear driveshaft, this assembly provides the key dimensions and hardware-free replacement format needed for service work. The part number 946-568 is also useful when matching a replacement to the original driveline specification.\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 damaged joints or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of smooth power transfer from transmission to rear axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues caused by a bent or fatigued steel shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment problems when replacing an original rear shaft on SRW Crew Chassis Cab trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear application, wheel configuration, and chassis cab fitment before installation. Confirm shaft length, slip yoke engagement, and driveline alignment against the original part. Because this assembly is greaseable, follow standard driveline service intervals after installation to maintain joint performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this replacement driveshaft as a complete assembly with new yokes, tubes, and universal joints, and it is pre-balanced for installation readiness. Part number 946-568 is built to match the listed Ford F-350 Super Duty rear applications and OE cross-reference requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798258741429,"sku":"BKKY-946-568","price":1220.41,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946568_Fro.jpg?v=1784008603","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-568-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}