{"product_id":"dorman-966-522-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 966-522 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOE FIX Drive Shaft Serviceability\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft is built for a specific rear application on the Ford F-350 Super Duty and addresses a common service issue found in the original design. It replaces permanently staked universal joints with serviceable joints for easier maintenance and repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE FIX design for improved serviceability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with standard replacement grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased with a grease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on end connections for straightforward installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke design with adjustable overall length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart number 966-522 is a rear drive shaft for 1999-2001 Ford F-350 Super Duty models with dual rear wheels. It uses a steel shaft with a 3.5-inch diameter, 0.083-inch wall thickness, and a compressed length of 94.75 inches. The design includes serviceable universal joints, no CV joints, and a slip yoke with up to 1 inch of slip. This makes 966-522 a practical replacement when the original shaft’s staked joints are difficult to service. This part cross-references Ford OE numbers F81Z4R602HU and F81Z4R602HUE for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Is Used For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a worn or damaged rear drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring driveline function after universal joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing service issues caused by non-serviceable factory joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrecting vibration or driveline noise related to shaft wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 1999-2001 Ford F-350 Super Duty, rear, with dual rear wheels (DRW). Verify shaft length, flange fitment, and driveline configuration before installation. The bolt-on ends and adjustable length help simplify replacement, but proper measurement and alignment are important for correct driveline operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman OE FIX parts are engineered to improve service access over the original design while maintaining standard replacement fit and function. Part number 966-522 is built as a direct replacement for the listed application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53556049608885,"sku":"BKKY-966-522","price":970.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_966522_FRO.jpg?v=1792392091","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-966-522-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}