{"product_id":"dorman-976-911-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-911 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDrive Shaft Assembly for Rear Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-911 is a complete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service on select Chevrolet and GMC trucks. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a slip yoke design to simplify replacement on 1978-1979 Chevrolet K20 Suburban and 1979 GMC K2500 Suburban rear applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation-ready service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke end with U-joint end configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 3.5 in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for proper driveline setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length: 54.875 in; drive shaft length: 56.875 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for direct replacement in rear-position driveline service where a one-piece shaft assembly is required. The steel shaft uses a 0.065 in wall thickness and includes universal joints, while CV joints are not included. For Chevrolet K20 Suburban and GMC K2500 Suburban owners, Part Number 976-911 provides a practical replacement solution when restoring driveline function and maintaining proper shaft geometry. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 00474950) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\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 joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play caused by damaged yokes or tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues on a rear one-piece shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment needs for 1978-1979 Chevrolet K20 Suburban and 1979 GMC K2500 Suburban rear driveline repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify compressed length, drive shaft length, and end types before installation. Confirm rear application fitment and inspect related driveline components for wear before replacing the shaft. Because the assembly is adjustable overall length, final setup should be checked against the vehicle’s original driveline dimensions. Part Number 976-911 is intended for the listed rear applications only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this assembly as a complete replacement driveline component with new service parts and pre-balanced construction for consistent fit and function in the specified Chevrolet and GMC applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808161394869,"sku":"BKKY-976-911","price":696.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976911_Fro.jpg?v=1784179796","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-911-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}