{"product_id":"dorman-946-657-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-657 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFord F-350 Super Duty Rear Driveshaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear applications on select Ford F-350 Super Duty trucks with dual rear wheels and a regular chassis cab. Part number 946-657 is a direct-fit driveline replacement for restoring smooth power transfer in the Ford F-350 Super Duty rear driveline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design for serviceability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft length: 76.3 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaft diameter: 3.5 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWall thickness: 0.083 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-657 is a rear drive shaft assembly for 2005-2010 Ford F-350 Super Duty models with dual rear wheels and a regular chassis cab, including 2006-2007 trucks with a 140.8 inch wheelbase. It is built with a steel shaft and arrives pre-balanced to reduce the need for additional setup before installation. The assembly uses all-new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints, and it includes a slip yoke for the specified application. This part cross-references Ford 5C3Z4R602ZA 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 driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBinding or rough operation in the rear driveline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play caused by worn yokes or shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of smooth power delivery in the Ford F-350 Super Duty rear driveline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear fitment by year, cab configuration, dual rear wheel setup, and wheelbase before installation. Confirm overall length and driveline alignment against the original Ford F-350 Super Duty shaft, and inspect related driveline components for wear during replacement. Because this assembly is greaseable and adjustable in overall length, proper setup and lubrication should be checked after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this drive shaft assembly as a complete replacement unit with new core components and pre-balanced construction for the listed Ford F-350 Super Duty rear applications. Part number 946-657 is engineered for direct replacement use in the specified driveline configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798263034037,"sku":"BKKY-946-657","price":1166.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946657_Fro.jpg?v=1784009124","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-657-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}