{"product_id":"dorman-946-970-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-970 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Driveshaft for BMW 735iL\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear driveline replacement on 1990-1992 BMW 735iL models. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints already assembled for a direct service replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1990-1992 BMW 735iL, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for application-specific setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft length: 64.875 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaft diameter: 2.5 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWall thickness: 0.083 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCV joints included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-970 is a rear drive shaft assembly for BMW 735iL applications from 1990 through 1992. It is built with a steel shaft and includes CV joints, with a non-greaseable design and no slip yoke. The assembly is pre-balanced and uses all-new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to support a straightforward driveline replacement on the BMW 735iL. This part cross-references BMW OE number 26111227044 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play caused by deteriorated yokes or tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService replacement for a damaged rear driveshaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment-specific replacement for BMW 735iL rear driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm rear-position fitment before installation on 1990-1992 BMW 735iL models. Verify overall length, shaft diameter, and driveline configuration against the original part before removal. Because this assembly is not greaseable and does not include an axle nut, reuse or source any vehicle-specific fasteners and related components as required by the repair procedure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this driveshaft as a complete replacement assembly with new internal and external driveline components. The pre-balanced construction supports installation on the specified BMW 735iL rear application, and the part number 946-970 is listed for direct replacement use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798269522101,"sku":"BKKY-946-970","price":940.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946970_Fro.jpg?v=1784010214","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-970-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}