{"product_id":"dorman-946-579-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-579 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 946-579 Drive Shaft for Ford F-350 Super Duty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear driveline replacement on select Ford F-350 Super Duty applications. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, and joints to simplify service on the Ford F-350 Super Duty rear driveline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear axle service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for smoother driveline operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 3.5 in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e110.27 in overall length with adjustable overall length\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\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints per manufacturer description\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDorman 946-579 replacement for direct driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-579 is a rear drive shaft assembly engineered for 1999-2001 Ford F-350 Super Duty models with Single Rear Wheel (SRW) and Crew Chassis Cab configurations, plus 2002 Ford F-350 Super Duty rear applications with SRW Crew Chassis Cab built to 1\/06\/02. This drive shaft uses steel construction, a 0.083 in wall thickness, and a greaseable design to support routine maintenance. The adjustable overall length and slip yoke help match the original driveline setup, while the pre-balanced assembly supports smoother operation after replacement. This part cross-references Ford F81Z4R602BB 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 drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn joints or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play caused by damaged slip yoke components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion or fatigue in the original steel shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues related to a non-greaseable driveline assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear fitment by year, cab configuration, and single rear wheel application before installation. Confirm overall length, slip yoke engagement, and driveline alignment against the original shaft on the vehicle. This Dorman 946-579 drive shaft is intended for rear position service on the listed Ford F-350 Super Duty configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this assembly as a complete replacement driveline component with new yokes, tubes, and joints. The pre-balanced construction and serviceable greaseable design support consistent replacement quality for Ford F-350 Super Duty rear driveline repair.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798259134645,"sku":"BKKY-946-579","price":1155.01,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946579_Fro.jpg?v=1784008671","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-579-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}