{"product_id":"dorman-946-748-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-748 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 946-748 Rear Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestore driveline function with this Dorman drive shaft assembly for rear applications on select Ford F-150 and F-150 Heritage trucks. Part number 946-748 is a complete steel shaft assembly that arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, and universal joints for a direct replacement approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction for driveline strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for smoother 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 fitment alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e103 in drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment and Application Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible with rear driveline applications on 1997-2003 Ford F-150 and 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage. If you are searching for a rear drive shaft for a 1997-2003 Ford F-150 or a 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage rear replacement, Dorman 946-748 is built for those vehicle-specific applications. This part cross-references Ford OE number 3L3Z4R602DA for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe assembly is built around a steel shaft with a greaseable design and adjustable overall length, which helps match the original driveline setup during replacement. Because the shaft is pre-balanced, it reduces the need for additional balancing steps before installation. CV joints are not included with this part.\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 yokes or joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play caused by a damaged slip yoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion or fatigue in the original steel shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment issues after driveline wear or prior repair work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear application, shaft length, and driveline configuration before installation. Inspect related driveline components, including mounting points and companion parts, for wear that could affect the new shaft. The adjustable overall length helps with setup, but final fit should be confirmed against the vehicle’s original dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft assembly as a direct replacement part built with new components and pre-balanced for installation readiness. Part number 946-748 is engineered for the listed Ford F-150 and F-150 Heritage rear applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798265229493,"sku":"BKKY-946-748","price":992.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946748_Fro.jpg?v=1784009458","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-748-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}