{"product_id":"dorman-976-597-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-597 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 976-597 Drive Shaft for Ford E-150\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear applications on the 1997-2000 Ford E-150 Econoline and E-150 Econoline Club Wagon. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints used in the assembly design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement drive shaft for rear driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for smoother operation after installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 3.5 in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransmission yoke at End 1 and flange at End 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included and overall length adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e76.13 in drive shaft length with 0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-greaseable design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Product Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-597 is a complete drive shaft assembly for Ford E-150 Econoline and Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon rear driveline service. It is engineered as a replacement for OE part number F7UZ4602BA and uses a steel shaft with a transmission yoke on one end and a flange on the other. The adjustable overall length helps support proper driveline fitment during replacement work, while the pre-balanced construction helps reduce the need for additional balancing steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 1997-2000 Ford E-150 Econoline, rear. Fits 1997-2000 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, rear. This part cross-references OE number F7UZ4602BA for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Replacement Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn or damaged rear drive shaft on a Ford E-150 Econoline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration caused by driveline wear or imbalance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFailed yoke, tube, or joint components in the shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise from a deteriorated rear driveline assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs after driveline service on an E-150 Econoline Club Wagon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear fitment, flange style, and overall length before installation. Confirm driveline alignment and inspect related mounts, joints, and mating surfaces during replacement. Because this assembly is non-greaseable, routine service points are not provided on the shaft itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly built for the listed Ford applications. The pre-balanced design and new component construction support consistent fit and function for 1997-2000 Ford E-150 Econoline and E-150 Econoline Club Wagon rear driveline service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52802581561525,"sku":"BKKY-976-597","price":664.57,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976597_Fro.jpg?v=1784097093","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-597-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}