{"product_id":"dorman-946-781-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-781 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 946-781 Rear Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestore driveline function with this Dorman drive shaft assembly for rear applications. Part number 946-781 is a complete steel driveshaft built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints, and it arrives pre-balanced for installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for smoother operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable overall length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e49.25 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\u003eRegular grade replacement part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe, rear, wo\/RPO Code NP8 (2 Speed, Push Button Shift, Transfer Case); Classic Body Style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1998-1999 Chevrolet Tahoe, rear, wo\/RPO Code NP8 (2 Speed, Push Button Shift, Transfer Case)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1989-1998 Chevrolet K1500, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1989-1998 GMC K1500, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1995-1997 Chevrolet Tahoe, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1992 GMC K1500, rear, w\/RPO Code MG5 (Getrag 5-Speed Manual Transmission)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references 26042110 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Symptoms\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration at speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the rear driveline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn slip yoke or joint-related noise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play in the driveshaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed for a direct rear driveshaft replacement on Chevrolet Tahoe or GMC K1500 models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear axle and transfer case configuration before ordering, especially on 1998-2000 Chevrolet Tahoe models with NP8 transfer case notes and the 1992 GMC K1500 with MG5 manual transmission. Confirm driveshaft length, yoke engagement, and flange or joint compatibility against the original unit before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this assembly as a complete replacement driveshaft with new core components and pre-balanced construction to support consistent fit and operation in the listed Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC K1500 applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798265688245,"sku":"BKKY-946-781","price":692.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946781_Fro.jpg?v=1784009553","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-781-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}