{"product_id":"dorman-976-812-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-812 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 976-812 Drive Shaft for Rear Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-812 is a complete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service on select Chevrolet G10, Chevrolet G20, GMC G1500, and GMC G2500 vans. It arrives pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a steel shaft for a direct replacement approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 3.5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e70.08 in compressed drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke end 1 and U-joint end 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversal joints included; CV joints not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly, part number 976-812, is built for rear position service on 1979-1991 Chevrolet G10, 1979-1984 Chevrolet G20, 1979-1991 GMC G1500, and 1979-1984 GMC G2500 models with a 10 bolt differential cover. The assembly uses a slip yoke on one end and a U-joint on the other, with a steel shaft and 0.083 in wall thickness for a service-ready replacement. Dorman 976-812 is a practical choice when replacing a worn or damaged driveshaft on these Chevrolet and GMC vans.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references OE number 15638397 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or out-of-balance driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from failed U-joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline play caused by damaged yokes or tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of smooth power transfer to the rear axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues related to a damaged slip yoke assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear driveline measurements before installation and confirm the 10 bolt differential cover application on the vehicle. Check the slip yoke and U-joint interfaces for proper engagement, and inspect related driveline components for wear before returning the vehicle to service. This assembly is not adjustable in overall length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman builds this drive shaft assembly with new core components and pre-balancing to support consistent fit and function in the specified Chevrolet and GMC applications. Part number 976-812 is engineered as a complete replacement assembly for driveline service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52802594799797,"sku":"BKKY-976-812","price":855.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976812_Fro.jpg?v=1784098235","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-812-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}