{"product_id":"dorman-946-965-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-965 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Driveshaft for Bravada\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear driveline service on the 1998-2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. Part number 946-965 is a direct-fit style replacement with a pre-balanced steel shaft and new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints for a ready-to-install solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1998-2001 Oldsmobile Bravada, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 2.75 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e43.625 in drive shaft length with 0.065 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included for driveline connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for fitment alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for smoother operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 946-965 for easy identification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-965 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for the Oldsmobile Bravada, engineered for 1998, 1999, 2000, and 2001 model years. It uses a steel shaft and arrives pre-balanced to reduce the need for additional driveline setup before installation. The assembly includes new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints as part of the complete unit, helping restore proper power transfer through the rear driveline. This part cross-references OE number 15725150 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 during acceleration or deceleration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play from worn joints or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline binding caused by damaged shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of smooth power delivery to the rear axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear-position fitment before installation on your Oldsmobile Bravada. Confirm overall length, slip yoke engagement, and driveline alignment against the original shaft before final tightening. Because this assembly is pre-balanced, avoid altering the shaft or adding unapproved modifications that could affect balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new core driveline components and pre-balanced construction for consistent fit and function on the specified Bravada applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798269391029,"sku":"BKKY-946-965","price":620.61,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946965_Fro.jpg?v=1784010187","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-965-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}