{"product_id":"dorman-946-696-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-696 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDrive Shaft for Silverado 3500 HD and Sierra 3500 HD\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear applications on select Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD and GMC Sierra 3500 HD trucks. Part number 946-696 is a direct replacement style driveline component with a pre-balanced design and new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e75.5 in drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits rear position applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Product Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-696 is a complete drive shaft assembly for heavy-duty rear driveline service. It is engineered with a steel shaft, adjustable overall length, and greaseable construction to support serviceability. This part number 946-696 is listed for 2011-2016 GMC Sierra 3500 HD rear regular chassis cab models with ID AATF and 2011-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD rear regular chassis cab models with ID AATF, making it a focused replacement for the correct driveline configuration. This part cross-references OE number 20914852 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Driveline Issues It Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or out-of-balance driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues caused by damaged tubes or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrease retention problems on a non-serviceable shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength mismatch after driveline replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear position, chassis cab configuration, and ID AATF before ordering. Confirm driveline length, shaft diameter, and mounting points against the original assembly. Because this drive shaft is adjustable overall length, final fitment should be checked during installation to ensure proper alignment and driveline operation on Silverado 3500 HD and Sierra 3500 HD applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this assembly as a complete replacement driveline component with new internal and external wear parts and a pre-balanced build. That construction supports consistent fitment and service-ready installation for heavy-duty Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD and GMC Sierra 3500 HD rear driveline applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798264344757,"sku":"BKKY-946-696","price":1071.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946696_Fro.jpg?v=1784009288","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-696-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}