{"product_id":"dorman-946-699-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-699 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDrive Shaft for Ford Rear Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear driveline service on select Ford trucks and is pre-balanced for installation. Part number 946-699 is a complete steel replacement with new yokes, tubes, and a serviceable design that supports direct driveline repair on 1996-1997 Ford F-250, 1997 Ford F-250 HD, and 1996-1997 Ford F-350 rear applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel drive shaft construction for rear driveline replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for smoother operation after installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes and tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for application-specific fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft length: 71.77 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaft diameter: 3 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 946-699 is a rear drive shaft assembly engineered for Ford truck driveline repair where a direct replacement is needed. It is built from steel and supplied pre-balanced, helping reduce the time normally spent on driveline setup and balancing. The assembly includes new yokes and tubes, and the greaseable design supports routine service access. This part cross-references Ford F6TZ4R602NA for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With 1996 Ford F-250, rear; 1997 Ford F-250 HD, rear; and 1996-1997 Ford F-350, rear. Use this drive shaft when replacing a worn or damaged rear shaft on these Ford F-250 and Ford F-350 applications. Part number 946-699 is also a practical search reference for buyers looking for a rear driveshaft replacement for these trucks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\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 shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues related to damaged yokes or tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of driveline smoothness after shaft wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed for a direct rear shaft replacement on Ford truck applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear fitment by year, model, bed length, and wheelbase before installation. Confirm the shaft length, slip yoke configuration, and overall driveline measurements against the original part. Inspect related driveline components, including mounts and U-joint interfaces, before installing the new assembly. Part number 946-699 is intended for rear placement only on the listed Ford applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft assembly as a complete replacement unit with new structural components and pre-balanced preparation for installation. The design focuses on restoring driveline function with serviceable, application-specific construction for Ford truck rear axle service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798264410293,"sku":"BKKY-946-699","price":1164.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946699_Fro.jpg?v=1784009302","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-699-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}