{"product_id":"dorman-976-892-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-892 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 976-892 Drive Shaft Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-892 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select 1981 Chevrolet K10 and 1981 GMC K1500 applications with an 8.87 in. rear axle. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, steel tubing, universal joints, and a greaseable design for serviceability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt for direct replacement use, this drive shaft supports driveline repair on a 1981 Chevrolet K10 rear drive shaft or 1981 GMC K1500 rear drive shaft application where the original shaft has worn joints, vibration, or tube damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced complete drive shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes and steel tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversal joints included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke end and U-joint end configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e49.02 in. compressed length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 in. shaft diameter with 0.083 in. wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for rear axle applications with 8.87 in. rear axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Product Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-892 is engineered as a full driveline replacement rather than a partial repair. The assembly uses steel construction, a slip yoke at one end, and a U-joint connection at the other, with universal joints included and no CV joints. Its 49.02 in. drive shaft length and pre-balanced setup help simplify replacement on the specified Chevrolet and GMC trucks. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With 1981 Chevrolet K10, rear; compatible with 1981 GMC K1500, rear. Part number 976-892 is the reference to verify when matching the correct driveline assembly for these vehicles.\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\u003eNoise from failing universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage to the original tube or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play at the slip yoke connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues caused by a non-greaseable shaft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm rear axle configuration, compressed length, and end types before installation. Match the original shaft length and connection style to the vehicle, and inspect related driveline components such as mounts and differential interfaces during replacement. Because this assembly is pre-balanced, avoid altering the shaft before installation. Verify fitment against 1981 Chevrolet K10 rear and 1981 GMC K1500 rear applications with an 8.87 in. rear axle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new structural and joint components for the listed applications. Part number 976-892 is built for direct-fit driveline service on the confirmed vehicle applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808160182453,"sku":"BKKY-976-892","price":842.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976892_Fro.jpg?v=1784179687","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-892-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}