{"product_id":"dorman-966-500-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 966-500 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDrive Shaft Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is a direct-fit replacement for rear driveline service on compatible Toyota Tacoma applications. Part number 966-500 is pre-balanced and built as a complete assembly with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints for a straightforward replacement process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for standard replacement service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for smoother driveline operation after installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke and bolt-on end design for the specified application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased and supplied with universal joints installed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e77 in overall length with 23-spline inboard connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt for rear driveline replacement, this Dorman drive shaft is engineered to match the original application requirements for 2005-2015 Toyota Tacoma models. The assembly uses a steel shaft, phased construction, and a 90-degree phase angle to support proper driveline alignment. Part number 966-500 is supplied as a complete unit, reducing the need to rebuild individual shaft components during service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design includes a slip yoke at one end and a bolt-on connection at the other, along with pre-greased universal joints. Dorman 966-500 cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 3710004300, 3710004301) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring a worn or damaged rear drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing driveline vibration caused by shaft imbalance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing worn yokes, tubes, or universal joints in one service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrecting driveline noise from internal shaft wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServicing a Tacoma rear driveline with a complete assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify compressed length, spline count, and end types before installation. This drive shaft is not overall-length adjustable, so application matching is important. Confirm rear fitment on 2005-2015 Toyota Tacoma models and compare the original shaft configuration to part number 966-500 before removal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a standard replacement assembly built with new major components for the listed application. Part number 966-500 is designed for direct service replacement on compatible Toyota Tacoma rear driveline applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53556045709493,"sku":"BKKY-966-500","price":815.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_966500_FRO.jpg?v=1792392022","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-966-500-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}