{"product_id":"dorman-976-633-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-633 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 976-633 Drive Shaft for Rear Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-633 is a complete steel drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service on select Ford and Mercury full-size sedans. It is pre-balanced for installation and built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to support a direct replacement on long wheelbase and taxi-package applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel drive shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for application fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft length: 70.75 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaft diameter: 3.5 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWall thickness: 0.083 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft replacement is built for rear driveline service on 2003-2011 Ford Crown Victoria, 2007-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis long wheelbase package models, 2003-2005 Mercury Grand Marquis with taxi package, and 2003-2004 Ford Grand Marquis long wheelbase package vehicles. Part number 976-633 is engineered as a complete assembly to simplify replacement when the original shaft is worn, damaged, or out of balance. This part cross-references Ford 3W7Z4602EA for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor buyers searching for a rear drive shaft for Ford Crown Victoria long wheelbase package or a Mercury Grand Marquis rear drive shaft for taxi package service, 976-633 provides the core driveline components in one assembly. The steel shaft, slip yoke, and adjustable overall length help match the original driveline configuration while maintaining the correct fit for the listed vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2003-2011 Ford Crown Victoria, rear, Long Wheelbase Package\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2007-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis, rear, Long Wheelbase Package\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2003-2005 Mercury Grand Marquis, rear, w\/Taxi Package\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2003-2004 Ford Grand Marquis, rear, Long Wheelbase Package\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Help Solve\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or unbalanced rear drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn joints or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of smooth power transfer from transmission to rear axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs after shaft tube damage or corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment issues when restoring a long wheelbase or taxi-package driveline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm rear application fitment before installation and verify the vehicle package matches the listing, including long wheelbase or taxi-package configuration where required. Inspect related driveline components, mounting points, and seals during replacement to help ensure proper operation after installation. Because this assembly is pre-balanced, avoid altering the shaft before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new core components for the listed applications. Part number 976-633 is built to replace the original driveline assembly on the specified Ford and Mercury vehicles with the correct rear fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52802584084661,"sku":"BKKY-976-633","price":510.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976633_Fro.jpg?v=1784097258","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-633-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}