{"product_id":"dorman-976-904-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-904 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDrive Shaft for 1981 Chevrolet and GMC Suburban\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear driveline service on select 1981 Chevrolet K10 Suburban and GMC K1500 Suburban applications. Part number 976-904 arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, steel tubing, and serviceable joints for a direct replacement approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1981 Chevrolet K10 Suburban, rear, with 8.87 in. rear axle and 12-bolt differential cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1981 GMC K1500 Suburban, rear, with 8.87 in. rear axle and 12-bolt differential cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced complete drive shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 3.5 in. diameter and 0.083 in. wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke end and U-joint end configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversal joints included; greaseable drive shaft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length: 60.6 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-904 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select 1981 Chevrolet K10 Suburban and GMC K1500 Suburban models. It uses 100% new yokes and tubes, with universal joints included and no CV joints, making it a straightforward replacement for worn or damaged driveline components. The steel construction, 60.6 in. compressed length, and slip yoke\/U-joint end setup support a direct-fit service solution for the specified rear axle configuration. This part number 976-904 is also cross-referenced to 14029130 for the same application.\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\u003eClunking or looseness from worn U-joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage to the original shaft tubes or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrease service issues on an aging rear driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs after driveline wear on a Chevrolet K10 Suburban or GMC K1500 Suburban\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear axle configuration before installation: this drive shaft is listed for 1981 Chevrolet K10 Suburban and 1981 GMC K1500 Suburban models with an 8.87 in. rear axle and 12-bolt differential cover. Confirm compressed length, end types, and driveline alignment before removal of the original shaft. Because the assembly is pre-balanced, avoid altering the shaft or joints during installation. Part number 976-904 is intended for the rear position only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft assembly as a complete replacement unit with new yokes, tubes, and joints already assembled for service. The design focuses on restoring proper driveline function for the specified Chevrolet and GMC applications while reducing the need to rebuild the original shaft.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808161165493,"sku":"BKKY-976-904","price":778.57,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976904_Fro.jpg?v=1784179755","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-904-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}