{"product_id":"dorman-976-661-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-661 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 976-661 Rear Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestore driveline function on select Dodge Ram 2500 and Dodge Ram 3500 trucks with this Dorman drive shaft assembly. Part number 976-661 is a pre-balanced steel replacement built with new yokes, tubes, and joints for a direct-service driveline repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction for rear driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for application-specific fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft length: 63.26 in; shaft diameter: 4 in; wall thickness: 0.083 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular grade replacement for rear axle applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman 976-661 drive shaft is a complete rear driveshaft assembly for select 1996-2002 Dodge Ram 2500 and Dodge Ram 3500 models. It is built from steel and supplied pre-balanced to reduce the need for additional setup before installation. The assembly uses new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints, and it includes a slip yoke with an adjustable overall length to support the listed rear driveline configurations. This part cross-references OE number 52105107 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With 1996-2002 Dodge Ram 2500, rear; 1996-2002 Dodge Ram 3500, rear. Fitment includes trucks with Sales Code DHG (Shift-On-The-Fly, 241HD Transfer Case), Sales Code DDX (5 Speed Heavy Duty Manual Transmission), and Sales Code DRL (Dana M80 Rear Axle) where listed. Use part number 976-661 when replacing a worn rear driveshaft on a Dodge Ram 2500 or Dodge Ram 3500 with the specified driveline setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration from a worn 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\u003eRear shaft failure on high-mileage Dodge Ram 2500 and Dodge Ram 3500 trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment issues after driveline wear or previous repair damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear application, transfer case, transmission, and axle code before installation. Confirm shaft length, slip yoke engagement, and flange alignment against the removed component. Inspect related driveline components for wear before installing the new assembly, and torque fasteners to the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this replacement drive shaft as a complete assembly with new core components and pre-balanced construction for service-ready installation. Part number 976-661 is engineered as a direct replacement for the listed Dodge Ram 2500 and Dodge Ram 3500 rear driveline applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52802587721909,"sku":"BKKY-976-661","price":989.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976661_Fro.jpg?v=1784097407","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-661-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}