{"product_id":"dorman-976-901-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-901 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 976-901 Drive Shaft for Rear Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-901 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Chevrolet and GMC trucks. It arrives pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a slip yoke for a direct replacement on the listed applications.\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\u003eSteel shaft construction with 3-inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e43.83-inch compressed drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd 1: U-joint; End 2: slip yoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 1975-1976 Chevrolet K10 rear with NP203 Full Time Transfer Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 1977-1979 Chevrolet K10 rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 1979 GMC K1500 rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft replacement is built for rear driveline service on 1975-1979 Chevrolet K10 and 1979 GMC K1500 applications. Part number 976-901 uses a steel shaft with a 0.083-inch wall thickness, a greaseable design, and a fixed overall length of 43.83 inches to match the listed vehicle configurations. The assembly includes a U-joint end and slip yoke end, with universal joints included and no CV joints used in this design. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn or damaged drive shaft tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive vibration from an out-of-balance shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or noisy universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline play caused by worn yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear driveline failure on the listed Chevrolet and GMC trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear application, compressed length, end types, and transfer case configuration before installation. This assembly is not adjustable, so correct vehicle match is important. Inspect companion components such as U-joint mounting points, slip yoke engagement, and driveline seals during replacement. Part number 976-901 is listed for 1975-1976 Chevrolet K10 rear with NP203 Full Time Transfer Case, 1977-1979 Chevrolet K10 rear, and 1979 GMC K1500 rear.\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 the specified applications. Part number 976-901 is engineered to replace the original rear driveshaft on the listed Chevrolet K10 and GMC K1500 trucks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808161067189,"sku":"BKKY-976-901","price":692.74,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976901_Fro.jpg?v=1784179735","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-901-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}