{"product_id":"dorman-976-840-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-840 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 976-840 Rear Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-840 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Chevrolet and GMC Suburban applications. It arrives pre-balanced and built with new yokes, steel tubing, and new universal joints for a direct replacement on the listed vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear position applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 4-inch diameter and 0.065-inch wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke at one end and U-joint at the other\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design with universal joints included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e73-inch compressed drive shaft length\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 is built for 1982-1986 Chevrolet C10 Suburban, rear; 1982-1986 GMC C1500 Suburban, rear; 1987-1988 Chevrolet R10 Suburban, rear; and 1987-1988 GMC R1500 Suburban, rear. It is a direct-fit replacement for rear 1-piece shaft assembly applications and is engineered to restore driveline function with the correct slip yoke and U-joint end configuration. Part number 976-840 also cross-references 7839227 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe steel construction, greaseable design, and pre-balanced assembly help simplify replacement on these Chevrolet Suburban and GMC Suburban models. Dorman 976-840 is a practical option when replacing a worn or damaged rear driveshaft on the listed C10 Suburban, C1500 Suburban, R10 Suburban, and R1500 Suburban vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration caused by a worn or out-of-balance driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of driveline smoothness from damaged yokes or tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues related to a failing rear 1-piece shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs after driveline wear or corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear-position fitment and confirm the vehicle uses the listed 1-piece shaft assembly before installation. Match the compressed length, end types, and shaft diameter to the original part. Inspect related driveline components, including mounting points and companion hardware, for wear before installing the new assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis assembly is pre-balanced and built with all-new yokes, tubes, and universal joints to support consistent replacement quality. Dorman 976-840 is engineered as a direct replacement for the specified Chevrolet and GMC Suburban applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52802596176053,"sku":"BKKY-976-840","price":692.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976840_Fro.jpg?v=1784098415","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-840-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}