{"product_id":"dorman-946-616-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-616 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 946-616 Rear Drive Shaft Assembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dorman 946-616 rear drive shaft assembly is a direct replacement for vehicles that need a complete driveline solution. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints already assembled for a cleaner service replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete rear driveshaft assembly for driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation without additional balancing steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 3.5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e74.25 in drive shaft length and 0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design for service access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for application-specific setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt as a steel rear driveshaft assembly, Dorman 946-616 is intended for driveline replacement where the original shaft has wear, vibration, or joint failure. The assembly uses new components throughout and is supplied pre-balanced to reduce the need for separate driveline balancing after installation. For Ford F-250 and Ford F-350 applications, this part number provides a practical replacement path when the original rear driveshaft requires service. This part cross-references Ford OE number 2C3Z4R602AL for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration at speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or clicking from worn U-joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise from worn CV joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage to the original shaft tube or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues caused by a non-greaseable or worn rear driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify shaft length, diameter, and driveline configuration before installation. The adjustable overall length helps with application matching, but the vehicle should be checked against the original rear driveshaft dimensions and mounting points. Inspect companion flanges, seals, and related driveline components during replacement to help prevent repeat vibration or noise. Fits 2003-2004 Ford F-250, rear; Fits 2003-2004 Ford F-350, rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this rear driveshaft assembly as a complete replacement unit with new internal and external driveline components. Part number 946-616 is engineered for service replacement use and is built to restore proper driveline function in the listed Ford truck applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798261756085,"sku":"BKKY-946-616","price":890.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946616_Generic.jpg?v=1784008884","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-616-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}