{"product_id":"dorman-946-853-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-853 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDrive Shaft for Ford Super Duty Rear Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear driveline service on select Ford Super Duty trucks. Part number 946-853 is pre-balanced and supplied as a complete assembly with new yokes, tubes, and joints for a direct replacement approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced drive shaft assembly for rear driveline replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 3.5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e89.31 in drive shaft length with 0.083 in wall thickness\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\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints per manufacturer description\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Product Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-853 is a rear drive shaft assembly for 2008-2010 Ford F-250 Super Duty and 2008-2010 Ford F-350 Super Duty models, including Ford F-350 Super Duty rear applications with Single Rear Wheel (SRW). It is engineered as a complete replacement driveline component for trucks that need a service-ready shaft with the correct length, steel construction, and adjustable overall fitment. This part cross-references Ford 7C3Z4R602FC for the same application.\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\u003eNoise caused by worn yokes or universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline play from a damaged slip yoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues related to corrosion or fatigue in the original shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment concerns when replacing a rear shaft on Ford F-250 Super Duty or Ford F-350 Super Duty trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear application fitment before installation on 2008-2010 Ford F-250 Super Duty and 2008-2010 Ford F-350 Super Duty trucks. Confirm driveline length, shaft diameter, and rear configuration match the vehicle before removal of the original assembly. Because this is an adjustable-length drive shaft, final setup should be checked against the vehicle’s installed dimensions and driveline alignment requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a pre-balanced replacement assembly with new core driveline components, including yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints as stated by the manufacturer. Part number 946-853 is built for rear Ford Super Duty service applications and is intended to restore driveline function with a service-ready assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798266769589,"sku":"BKKY-946-853","price":922.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946853_FRO.jpg?v=1784009764","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-853-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}