{"product_id":"dorman-946-736-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-736 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDrive Shaft Assembly for Driveline Repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-736 is a complete drive shaft assembly for driveline service where a direct replacement is needed. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints to simplify replacement on the vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Ford F-250 Super Duty and Ford F-350 Super Duty applications, this drive shaft is built to match the original driveline layout and restore proper power transfer. The steel shaft construction, 3.5-inch shaft diameter, 70.51-inch length, and 0.083-inch wall thickness support a direct-fit replacement approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDorman 946-736 complete drive shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction\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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e70.51 in drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.5 in shaft diameter and 0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage contents: 1 driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft is engineered as a replacement driveline component for Ford truck applications that require a full shaft assembly rather than individual repair parts. The design uses 100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints according to the manufacturer description, and the assembly is pre-balanced to reduce the need for additional setup before installation. Part number 946-736 is a practical option when servicing Ford F-250 Super Duty and Ford F-350 Super Duty driveline concerns.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Ford OE number F81Z4R602FC for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise from worn universal joints or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of smooth power transfer through the driveline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage from corrosion, wear, or shaft tube fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues on Ford F-250 Super Duty and Ford F-350 Super Duty driveline systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify shaft length, slip yoke configuration, and driveline measurements before installation. Confirm that the vehicle uses the correct Ford F-250 Super Duty or Ford F-350 Super Duty application for Dorman 946-736, and inspect related driveline components for wear before reassembly. Because the shaft is greaseable, follow the vehicle service procedure for lubrication after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a regular-grade replacement assembly built from new components and pre-balanced for service use. The manufacturer description identifies it as ready to install, with construction focused on restoring driveline function in Ford truck applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798264967349,"sku":"BKKY-946-736","price":1453.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946736_Fro.jpg?v=1784009405","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-736-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}