{"product_id":"dorman-946-574-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-574 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 946-574 Rear Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for direct replacement on select Ford heavy-duty applications. It is pre-balanced and assembled with new yokes, tubes, and joints to simplify service on the rear driveline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction for durable driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for smoother operation after installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included for the specified application\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\u003eDrive shaft length: 95.9 in; shaft diameter: 3.5 in; wall thickness: 0.083 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible with rear driveline applications on 1999-2001 Ford F-350 Super Duty, rear, with Single Rear Wheel (SRW) and Extended Chassis Cab. Also fits 2002 Ford F-350 Super Duty, rear, with Single Rear Wheel (SRW), Extended Chassis Cab, to 1\/06\/02. This Dorman 946-574 is a direct replacement option for Ford F-350 Super Duty rear drive shaft service where the original shaft has worn joints, vibration, or balance issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Ford (e.g., F81Z4R602AK) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear driveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn joints or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play in the rear driveshaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService replacement after driveline damage or corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring proper rear power transfer on Ford F-350 Super Duty trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear position, wheel configuration, chassis cab configuration, and build date before installation. Confirm driveshaft length, slip yoke engagement, and flange or joint alignment against the original unit. Because this assembly is adjustable, final fit should be checked with the vehicle at ride height before tightening fasteners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this replacement drive shaft as a complete assembly with new components and pre-balanced construction for service-ready installation. Part number 946-574 is engineered as a direct replacement for the listed Ford F-350 Super Duty applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798258938037,"sku":"BKKY-946-574","price":1106.03,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946574_Fro.jpg?v=1784008644","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-574-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}