{"product_id":"dorman-976-828-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-828 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDrive Shaft for 2009 Ford F-150 Rear\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for direct replacement on the rear of the 2009 Ford F-150 with an 8.8 in. axle and 10-bolt differential cover. Part number 976-828 arrives pre-balanced and assembled with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a transmission yoke-to-flange configuration for a straightforward driveline repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement drive shaft for rear application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransmission yoke end and flange end configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e67 in. drive shaft length with 4 in. shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 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 976-828 is a complete drive shaft assembly for the 2009 Ford F-150 rear driveline. It uses an aluminum shaft body with a transmission yoke on one end and a flange on the other, matching the listed application for trucks equipped with an 8.8 in. axle and 10-bolt differential cover. The assembly is pre-balanced and includes new universal joints, helping reduce the time needed to restore driveline function. This part cross-references Ford OE number 9L3Z4602X for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Drive Shaft Helps Resolve\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise caused by worn universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage to yokes or shaft tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of smooth power transfer to the rear axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues on a 2009 Ford F-150 rear driveshaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear fitment against the 2009 Ford F-150 with 8.8 in. axle and 10-bolt differential cover before installation. Confirm overall length, flange style, and transmission yoke configuration match the original driveline setup. Because this drive shaft is not adjustable and does not include a slip yoke, accurate vehicle identification is important before replacement. Part number 976-828 is intended for direct replacement use on the listed application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new core components and pre-balanced construction for consistent fit and function on the specified vehicle application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52802595586229,"sku":"BKKY-976-828","price":686.82,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976828_Fro.jpg?v=1784098340","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-828-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}