{"product_id":"dorman-966-524-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 966-524 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft is a standard replacement for specific BMW applications and is built around serviceable universal joints for easier maintenance. Part number 966-524 is a front drive shaft design with steel construction and bolt-on ends for a direct-style driveline repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServiceable universal joints simplify future maintenance compared with permanently staked joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 0.083 in. wall thickness for driveline durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on end connections for straightforward installation at the driveline interface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased design with universal joints included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length is adjustable to help match the required driveline setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 966-524 is an OE FIX drive shaft engineered for BMW driveline serviceability. The original shaft design on the affected vehicles uses permanently staked U-joints, which can make maintenance difficult; this replacement uses serviceable joints instead. With a steel shaft, phased construction, and bolt-on ends, it is built as a standard replacement for the specified application. This part number 966-524 is a practical option for BMW 320i driveline repair when the original shaft needs replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems It Solves\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn or noisy universal joints in the drive shaft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifficulty servicing permanently staked U-joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration or driveline play caused by shaft wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs for a damaged or corroded driveline shaft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 1977-1983 BMW 320i, rear. Verify compressed length, flange interface, and driveline configuration before installation. Confirm the shaft is phased correctly during setup and inspect related driveline components for wear at the same time. Part number 966-524 should be matched to the vehicle’s original application details before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman OE FIX parts are engineered to address common failure points in original components by improving serviceability. This drive shaft is a standard replacement built for the listed BMW application and uses serviceable universal joints for maintenance access.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53556050952373,"sku":"BKKY-966-524","price":668.82,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_966524_FRO.jpg?v=1792392099","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-966-524-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}