{"product_id":"dorman-976-865-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-865 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 976-865 Rear Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-865 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select 1991-1992 BMW 318i and 318is models without air conditioning. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, steel tubing, universal joints, and a fixed-length design that supports a direct driveline replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 2.5 in diameter and 0.065 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTriprong end 1 and flange end 2 configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable; compressed length 58.125 in and drive shaft length 59.5 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1991-1992 BMW 318i, rear, without air conditioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1991-1992 BMW 318is, rear, without air conditioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft replacement is built for rear-wheel driveline service on BMW 318i and BMW 318is applications from 1991-1992 that do not have air conditioning. Part number 976-865 uses a steel shaft with universal joints included, a triprong-to-flange connection layout, and a pre-balanced assembly to simplify replacement of a worn or damaged driveline component. This part cross-references BMW OE number 26111227014 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Solve\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration caused by a worn or out-of-balance shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise from worn universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage from cracked, bent, or fatigued shaft tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment issues from deteriorated yokes or connection points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of driveline smoothness in rear BMW 318i and 318is models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear fitment before installation on 1991-1992 BMW 318i and 318is models, especially vehicle configuration without air conditioning. Confirm the triprong and flange connection points match the original driveline layout, and inspect mating surfaces, mounts, and related driveline components before installation. Part number 976-865 is supplied as a complete driveshaft assembly, so no separate CV joints are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this replacement drive shaft as a pre-balanced assembly with new core components for a direct driveline service solution. The steel construction, included universal joints, and application-specific fitment support consistent replacement quality for BMW rear drive shaft service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52802597355701,"sku":"BKKY-976-865","price":668.04,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976865_Fro.jpg?v=1784098556","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-865-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}