{"product_id":"dorman-946-589-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-589 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 946-589 Drive Shaft for Rear Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-589 is a complete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service on select Chevrolet and GMC trucks and vans. It is pre-balanced for installation and built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to support a direct replacement workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 3.5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e58.5 in drive shaft length with adjustable overall length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in wall thickness for driveline service applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for easier replacement setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints per manufacturer description\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear position fitment for select Chevrolet S10, GMC Sonoma, GMC S15, Chevrolet G20, and GMC G2500 models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear driveline replacement on vehicles including the Chevrolet S10, GMC Sonoma, GMC S15, Chevrolet G20, and GMC G2500. Part number 946-589 is engineered as a complete assembly with steel construction, a 58.5 inch length, and an adjustable overall length to help match the original driveline configuration during service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor buyers searching for a rear drive shaft for 1984-1993 Chevrolet S10, 1991-1993 GMC Sonoma, or 1984-1990 GMC S15, this assembly provides a direct replacement option. It also applies to 1985-1989 Chevrolet G20 and 1985-1989 GMC G2500 rear applications. This part cross-references 07844401 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration caused by a worn or out-of-balance driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play from damaged yokes or joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService replacement for a bent, rusted, or damaged rear driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment needs for rear drive shaft replacement on Chevrolet S10 and GMC Sonoma platforms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear position fitment, shaft length, and driveline measurements before installation. Confirm that the vehicle uses the correct application for the Chevrolet S10, GMC Sonoma, GMC S15, Chevrolet G20, or GMC G2500 listed in the fitment data. Inspect companion flange, mounting points, and related driveline components during replacement to help ensure proper alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this assembly as a pre-balanced replacement drive shaft with new internal and external driveline components noted in the manufacturer description. Part number 946-589 is built for service replacement use on the listed rear applications and is supported by Dorman’s aftermarket driveline product engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798259396789,"sku":"BKKY-946-589","price":654.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946589_Fro.jpg?v=1784008726","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-589-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}