{"product_id":"dorman-976-659-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-659 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 976-659 Drive Shaft for Ram 3500\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-659 is a rear drive shaft assembly for 1994-1996 Dodge Ram 3500 models with a 2 piece shaft assembly. This steel driveshaft is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, and joints for a direct replacement on the specified application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1994-1996 Dodge Ram 3500, rear, 2 piece shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 3-inch shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e74.01-inch drive shaft length with 0.083-inch wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included for the listed application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design for service access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for proper driveline setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly with 100% new yokes, tubes, and joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt for rear driveline service on the Dodge Ram 3500, part number 976-659 replaces a worn or damaged driveshaft with a complete steel assembly. The unit is pre-balanced before installation and uses new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints as specified by the manufacturer, helping restore driveline function on 1994, 1995, and 1996 Ram 3500 trucks. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration from a bent or out-of-balance shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play caused by damaged yokes or tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues related to a failing rear driveshaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment problems on a 2 piece shaft assembly replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear application details before installation on your Dodge Ram 3500. Confirm shaft length, slip yoke setup, and overall driveline measurements against the original unit. Part number 976-659 is listed for 1994-1996 Dodge Ram 3500 rear applications with a 2 piece shaft assembly, so matching the existing configuration is important for proper fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this driveshaft as a complete replacement assembly for the listed vehicle application. The pre-balanced construction and new component set support consistent driveline service on the specified Ram 3500 fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52802587492533,"sku":"BKKY-976-659","price":1035.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976659_Fro.jpg?v=1784097394","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-659-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}