{"product_id":"dorman-976-906-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-906 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 976-906 Drive Shaft Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-906 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Chevrolet and GMC trucks. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and slip yoke components for a direct replacement on supported applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With 1982-1986 Chevrolet K10, rear and 1982-1986 GMC K1500, rear, plus 1987 Chevrolet V10, rear and 1987 GMC V1500, rear applications. This Dorman drive shaft is a steel unit with a 3-inch shaft diameter, 0.083-inch wall thickness, greaseable design, and 48.22-inch compressed length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: 976-906\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation on listed applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and slip yoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 3-inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length: 48.22 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd 1: Slip yoke; End 2: U-joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-906 is built as a ready-to-install replacement drive shaft for rear-wheel driveline service on select Chevrolet and GMC full-size trucks. The assembly uses steel construction and a 0.083-inch wall thickness, with a slip yoke on one end and a U-joint on the other to match the listed fitments. It is supplied as a pre-balanced unit to reduce the need for additional driveline setup during replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references 07838660 for the same application. For buyers searching for a rear drive shaft for 1982-1986 Chevrolet K10, 1982-1986 GMC K1500, 1987 Chevrolet V10, or 1987 GMC V1500, part number 976-906 is the relevant reference to verify against the vehicle’s driveline configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn joints or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues caused by damaged shaft tubes or connection points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs after driveline wear on Chevrolet K10 and GMC K1500 trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear driveline repair on 1987 Chevrolet V10 and GMC V1500 applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle’s rear driveline configuration, compressed length, and end types before installation. This assembly is not adjustable, so matching the listed 48.22-inch compressed length is important for proper fitment. Confirm compatibility with the vehicle’s transmission and driveline setup, including the noted exclusions for M20 manual transmission on select 1987 applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspect companion components such as U-joint interfaces, slip yoke engagement, and mounting points before installing the new shaft. Part number 976-906 should be matched to the exact application listed in the fitment data.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new service components and pre-balanced construction for the listed vehicles. The design focuses on direct-fit driveline service for Chevrolet and GMC rear applications, including 1982-1986 Chevrolet K10, 1982-1986 GMC K1500, 1987 Chevrolet V10, and 1987 GMC V1500.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808161231029,"sku":"BKKY-976-906","price":633.67,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976906_Fro.jpg?v=1784179769","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-906-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}