{"product_id":"dorman-946-797-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-797 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 946-797 Rear Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestore driveline function with this Dorman drive shaft assembly for select Ford Super Duty trucks. Part number 946-797 is a complete rear driveshaft solution with a pre-balanced design and new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints for a direct replacement approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\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, CV joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design for serviceability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for fitment alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft length: 56.86 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\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman 946-797 rear drive shaft is built for 1999-2002 Ford F-250 Super Duty and 1999-2000 Ford F-350 Super Duty applications, plus 2001 Ford F-350 Super Duty models with dual rear wheels and 2002 Ford F-250 Super Duty models built to 1\/06\/02. It is a steel replacement driveshaft with a greaseable, adjustable-length design and a slip yoke for proper driveline setup. This part cross-references Ford F81Z4602DK for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or out-of-balance driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn joints or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of driveline smoothness under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion or fatigue in the original shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment issues after driveshaft replacement on rear-wheel applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear-position fitment before installation. Confirm the vehicle build date for 2002 Ford F-250 Super Duty models, since this application is listed to 1\/06\/02. Check driveline measurements, slip yoke engagement, and flange alignment before final tightening. This part number 946-797 is intended for rear driveline replacement on the listed Ford F-250 Super Duty and Ford F-350 Super Duty configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this assembly as a complete replacement driveshaft with new internal and external wear components and pre-balanced construction for consistent installation readiness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798266015925,"sku":"BKKY-946-797","price":496.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946797_Fro.jpg?v=1784009622","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-797-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}