{"product_id":"dorman-946-626-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-626 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Driveshaft for Heavy-Duty GM Trucks\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-626 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD and 3500 HD, plus GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD applications. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to simplify replacement on the rear driveline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum shaft construction for a lightweight driveline setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for direct installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for proper driveline fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e78.849 in drive shaft length with 0.125 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular grade replacement part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits rear applications on select 2011-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD, GMC Sierra 2500 HD, and GMC Sierra 3500 HD 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 heavy-duty GM trucks. The aluminum shaft, slip yoke, and adjustable overall length help support correct fitment for the listed Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD, GMC Sierra 2500 HD, and GMC Sierra 3500 HD applications. Part number 946-626 is a practical OE-style replacement when the original shaft is worn, damaged, or out of balance. This part cross-references 20998114 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Solve\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise caused by damaged yokes or joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline issues after shaft wear or impact damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment problems when replacing the original rear shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of smooth power transfer through the rear driveline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear position fitment before ordering. Confirm the vehicle’s original driveline identification codes where listed for 2011-2014 applications: ID AAPV, AA3R. Compare shaft length, diameter, and slip yoke configuration against the removed part before installation. Part number 946-626 is supplied as a complete driveshaft assembly and is ready for installation after fitment verification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this replacement driveshaft as a pre-balanced assembly with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to support consistent driveline service on the specified GM heavy-duty trucks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798262018229,"sku":"BKKY-946-626","price":533.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946626_Fro.jpg?v=1784008940","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-626-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}