{"product_id":"dorman-946-896-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-896 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDrive Shaft for Ford F-350 Super Duty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear driveline service on select Ford F-350 Super Duty dual rear wheel applications. Part number 946-896 is pre-balanced and supplied as a complete assembly with new yokes, tubes, and joints for a direct replacement approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel drive shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, 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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft length: 68.29 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\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-896 is a rear drive shaft assembly for 2001-2002 Ford F-350 Super Duty models with dual rear wheels. It is built from steel and arrives pre-balanced to reduce the need for additional setup before installation. The assembly includes a slip yoke and uses a greaseable design, which supports routine driveline service. For buyers searching for a Ford F-350 Super Duty rear driveshaft replacement, 946-896 provides the key dimensions and hardware-free configuration needed for a straightforward swap.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Ford OE number YC3Z4R602BC for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\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 joints or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline play caused by shaft wear or damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues on a Ford F-350 Super Duty rear driveshaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs after corrosion, impact, or tube damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With 2001 Ford F-350 Super Duty, rear, with dual rear wheels, from 5\/17\/01. Compatible With 2002 Ford F-350 Super Duty, rear, with dual rear wheels, to 12\/01. Verify driveline length, slip yoke engagement, and rear axle configuration before installation. Because the shaft is greaseable, follow the vehicle service schedule for lubrication after installation and during routine maintenance. Part number 946-896 is intended for the listed rear applications only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft assembly as a complete replacement unit with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints, and it is pre-balanced for installation readiness. Part number 946-896 is engineered to match the listed Ford F-350 Super Duty rear fitment and OE cross-reference application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798267261109,"sku":"BKKY-946-896","price":890.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946896_FRO.jpg?v=1784009867","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-896-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}