{"product_id":"dorman-946-586-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-586 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Driveshaft for Ford F-350\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for 1996-1997 Ford F-350 rear applications and is pre-balanced for installation. Part number 946-586 is a steel replacement driveshaft with a slip yoke, greaseable design, and adjustable overall length for a direct-service driveline repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1996-1997 Ford F-350, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 3 in. shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e80.65 in. drive shaft length and 0.083 in. wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included for driveline connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design for serviceability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for proper driveline setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 946-586 for easy identification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-586 is a rear drive shaft assembly for the 1996-1997 Ford F-350. It is built with steel tubing and supplied as a complete driveline assembly with new yokes and tubes, giving technicians a replacement option for worn or damaged rear driveshaft components. The adjustable overall length helps support proper driveline fitment, while the greaseable design supports routine service. This part cross-references Ford OE number F6TZ4R602XA for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\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 during acceleration or deceleration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage to the shaft tube, yoke, or related driveline components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play from worn universal-joint-related driveline wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring rear driveline function on a Ford F-350\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear application, driveline length, and yoke engagement before installation on the Ford F-350. Inspect mating driveline components, fasteners, and seals during replacement, and confirm proper balance and alignment after installation. Because this assembly is adjustable, final setup should be checked against the vehicle’s original driveline dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft assembly as a pre-balanced replacement built for service-ready installation. Part number 946-586 is engineered as a direct driveline service component for 1996-1997 Ford F-350 rear applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798259331253,"sku":"BKKY-946-586","price":961.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946586_Fro.jpg?v=1784008712","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-586-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}