{"product_id":"dorman-976-909-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-909 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eComplete Rear Driveshaft Assembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-909 is a complete drive shaft assembly for select rear applications on the Chevrolet K20 Suburban and GMC K2500 Suburban. It arrives pre-balanced with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to simplify replacement and restore driveline function.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt with a steel shaft, this assembly measures 52.48 inches in compressed length and uses a slip yoke at one end and a U-joint at the other. The greaseable design supports serviceability, and the 3.5-inch shaft diameter with 0.065-inch wall thickness matches the needs of the listed rear 1-piece shaft assembly applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction for durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke and U-joint end configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e52.48 in compressed length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDorman 976-909 part number for catalog matching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-909 is engineered as a complete rear drive shaft assembly for 1978-1979 Chevrolet K20 Suburban, rear, and 1979 GMC K2500 Suburban, rear. It is a practical replacement for a worn, bent, or vibration-prone shaft when the original driveline needs a full assembly rather than isolated component repair. The steel construction, fixed overall length, and factory-style end configuration support a straightforward driveline swap on the listed 1-piece shaft assembly vehicles. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 00474907) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration caused by worn shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise from failing universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage from bent or out-of-balance driveshafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues related to worn slip yoke operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement of a complete rear 1-piece shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify compressed length, end types, and rear position before installation. Confirm the vehicle is a 1978-1979 Chevrolet K20 Suburban or 1979 GMC K2500 Suburban with the listed 1-piece shaft assembly configuration. Inspect related driveline components, including mounting points and mating yokes, before installing Dorman 976-909. Because the shaft is not adjustable, correct application matching is important for proper fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this assembly as a complete replacement driveline component with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints where specified by the manufacturer. The pre-balanced design supports consistent operation after installation on the listed Chevrolet K20 Suburban and GMC K2500 Suburban rear applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808161296565,"sku":"BKKY-976-909","price":906.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976909_Fro.jpg?v=1784179782","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-909-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}