{"product_id":"dorman-946-954-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-954 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 946-954 Rear Driveshaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is a direct replacement for rear driveline service on select Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks. It arrives pre-balanced with steel construction, a 3.5-inch shaft diameter, and an adjustable overall length for a more straightforward installation on the correct application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement drive shaft for rear applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 0.083-inch wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for installation readiness\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\u003ePart number 946-954 for ordering and catalog lookup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-954 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly built for 2010 Dodge Ram 2500, 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, 2011-2012 Ram 2500, and 2011-2012 Ram 3500 applications. It uses a steel shaft with a 3.5-inch diameter and 0.083-inch wall thickness, along with a slip yoke and greaseable construction. The assembly is pre-balanced and supplied ready to install, helping simplify driveline replacement on Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 rear-drive applications. This part number 946-954 also cross-references Chrysler 52123360AB 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\u003eDriveline noise caused by worn shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues related to damaged yokes or tube wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment problems from a shaft that no longer matches the original length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintenance concerns on a greaseable rear driveline assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear-position fitment before installation on your Ram 2500 or Ram 3500. Confirm driveshaft length, slip yoke engagement, and flange alignment against the original part before final tightening. Because this assembly is pre-balanced, avoid modifying the shaft or adding unapproved weights during installation. Inspect related driveline components, including mounts and U-joint interfaces, so the replacement shaft can operate correctly once installed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this replacement driveshaft as a complete assembly with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints according to the manufacturer description, and it is prepared for installation after balancing. Part number 946-954 is built for the specified Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 rear applications and is cataloged for OE-style replacement use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798269030581,"sku":"BKKY-946-954","price":1294.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946954_Fro.jpg?v=1784010112","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-954-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}