{"product_id":"dorman-946-730-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-730 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 946-730 Drive Shaft Assembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-730 is a complete steel drive shaft assembly built for direct replacement service. It arrives pre-balanced and includes new yokes, tubes, and universal joints, with a slip yoke and greaseable design for service-friendly driveline repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel drive shaft construction for driveline replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for smoother installation and operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints\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: 92.24 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\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for drivers replacing a worn or damaged driveline component on Ford F-250 and Ford F-350 applications that use this part number. The steel shaft, 3.5-inch diameter, and 0.083-inch wall thickness provide a direct-fit replacement format, while the pre-balanced assembly helps reduce the need for additional setup before installation. Dorman 946-730 is supplied as a complete driveshaft with new yokes, tubes, and universal joints, making it a practical choice for driveline service where the original shaft has vibration, wear, or damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Ford OE number 2C3Z4R602AD for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration caused by a worn or out-of-balance shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise from damaged universal joints or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of driveline smoothness under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear-related driveline issues in Ford F-250 and Ford F-350 trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs after shaft tube or joint damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify driveline length, slip yoke engagement, and OE part number match before installation. Because the shaft is greaseable, service the joints according to the vehicle maintenance schedule after installation. Confirm that the application calls for a 92.24-inch shaft and the listed OE interchange before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this assembly as a complete replacement driveline component with new major wear parts and pre-balanced construction for installation-ready service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798264803509,"sku":"BKKY-946-730","price":1507.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946730_Fro.jpg?v=1784009370","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-730-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}