{"product_id":"dorman-976-905-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-905 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 976-905 Rear Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestore driveline function with this Dorman drive shaft assembly for select 1981 Chevrolet K10, Chevrolet K10 Suburban, GMC K1500, and GMC K1500 Suburban rear applications. Part number 976-905 is a complete steel replacement that arrives pre-balanced and ready to install.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt with 100% new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a slip yoke design, this assembly is made for direct replacement service on rear driveshaft applications with an 8.5 in. ring gear and 10-bolt differential cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Dorman\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: 976-905\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.5 in. shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e59.87 in. compressed drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in. wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke end on one side, U-joint end on the other\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversal joints included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCV joints not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Product Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-905 is a rear drive shaft assembly engineered for 1981 Chevrolet K10 and K10 Suburban, as well as 1981 GMC K1500 and K1500 Suburban models with an 8.5 in. ring gear and 10-bolt differential cover. The assembly uses a steel shaft with a 3.5 in. diameter, a 59.87 in. compressed length, and a 0.083 in. wall thickness for a direct-fit driveline replacement. This part cross-references OE number 14041282 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from 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 smooth power transfer to the rear axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues caused by damaged yokes or shaft tubing\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 application, axle configuration, and driveshaft length before installation. This assembly is not adjustable, so matching the original compressed length and end types is important. Inspect the mating components, including the slip yoke and differential connection, before final assembly. Part number 976-905 is intended for direct replacement on the listed Chevrolet K10, Chevrolet K10 Suburban, GMC K1500, and GMC K1500 Suburban rear applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman driveshaft assembly is supplied as a complete replacement unit with new yokes, tubes, and universal joints. It is pre-balanced for service and built for the listed rear driveline applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808161198261,"sku":"BKKY-976-905","price":526.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976905_Fro.jpg?v=1784179762","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-905-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}