{"product_id":"dorman-976-912-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-912 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 976-912 Drive Shaft Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-912 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Chevrolet and GMC heavy-duty trucks. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a slip yoke for a direct replacement on the listed applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With 1978-1979 Chevrolet K20, rear, and 1979 GMC K2500, rear. This drive shaft assembly is also a fitment-focused solution for owners searching for a rear drive shaft for Chevrolet K20 or GMC K2500 with a one-piece shaft assembly configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced complete drive shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 3.5 in. shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke end 1 and U-joint end 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for fitment alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft length: 58.62 in.; compressed length: 56.62 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft wall thickness: 0.065 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Product Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-912 is a rear drive shaft assembly engineered for direct replacement on the specified Chevrolet K20 and GMC K2500 applications. The assembly uses steel tubing, includes universal joints, and arrives pre-balanced to reduce the need for additional setup before installation. With a slip yoke on one end and a U-joint on the other, it matches the listed driveline configuration for these trucks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application. For buyers searching Dorman 976-912, Chevrolet K20 rear drive shaft, or GMC K2500 rear drive shaft replacement, this assembly provides the key dimensions and hardware-free configuration needed for a straightforward driveline service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration caused by a worn or out-of-balance rear driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play from damaged yokes or shaft tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues related to a failing slip yoke connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs after driveline wear on a one-piece shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify compressed length, overall length, shaft diameter, and end types before installation. Confirm the rear position and one-piece shaft assembly configuration match the vehicle’s original driveline layout. Inspect related driveline components, including mounts and companion flange interfaces, so the replacement shaft can be installed without fitment issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman builds this assembly as a complete replacement driveline component with new yokes, tubes, and joints, and it is pre-balanced for installation readiness. Part number 976-912 is intended for the listed Chevrolet and GMC applications and is supported by Dorman’s replacement-part engineering approach.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808161427637,"sku":"BKKY-976-912","price":577.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976912_Fro.jpg?v=1784179803","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-912-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}