{"product_id":"dorman-966-428-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 966-428 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 966-428 Rear Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 966-428 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Ford heavy-duty trucks. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, constant velocity components, and universal joints to simplify replacement on 1985-1992 Ford F-250 and Ford F-350 rear applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum shaft construction with 4-inch shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke end and universal joint end configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased with grease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhased at 0 degrees for correct driveline alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length: 70.875 in; wall thickness: 0.125 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for direct driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly, part number 966-428, is built for rear driveline replacement on 1985-1992 Ford F-250 and 1985-1992 Ford F-350 models. The assembly uses 100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints, and it arrives pre-balanced to reduce setup time during service. The aluminum shaft construction and slip yoke design support a direct replacement approach for trucks that need a rear driveshaft service part. This part number 966-428 also cross-references Ford E5TZ4602AJ and E8TZ4602Z 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 universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline play caused by damaged yokes or shaft wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues on Ford F-250 and Ford F-350 rear driveline assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs after shaft tube or joint deterioration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear application, compressed length, and end types before installation. This assembly is phased at 0 degrees and uses a slip yoke on one end with a universal joint on the other, so driveline orientation should match the original setup. Confirm fitment for 1985-1992 Ford F-250 rear and 1985-1992 Ford F-350 rear applications before ordering. Part number 966-428 should be compared against the original shaft dimensions and mounting configuration during service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman positions this assembly as a standard replacement driveline component with new internal and external wear parts included in the shaft assembly. The pre-balanced construction and new yokes, tubes, and joints support consistent replacement quality for Ford F-250 and Ford F-350 rear driveline service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53013185822901,"sku":"BKKY-966-428","price":695.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_966428_Fro.jpg?v=1787550530","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-966-428-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}