{"product_id":"dorman-976-942-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-942 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 976-942 Rear Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear driveline service on 1993-1997 Lexus GS300 models. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes and tubes for a direct replacement approach on the Lexus GS300 rear drive shaft application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1993-1997 Lexus GS300, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for driveline replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes and tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for proper driveline setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft length: 55.75 in; compressed length: 53.75 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.5 in shaft diameter with 0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTriprong end 1 and triprong end 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-942 is a rear drive shaft assembly for the 1993-1997 Lexus GS300. It is engineered as a complete replacement unit with steel construction, pre-balanced assembly, and new yokes and tubes to simplify driveline service. The shaft measures 55.75 inches in length, has a 2.5-inch diameter, and uses a 0.083-inch wall thickness for the specified application. This part number, 976-942, is also a direct reference point when sourcing a rear Lexus GS300 drive shaft replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references 3710030420 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise caused by damaged shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play from worn driveline hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues related to a bent or fatigued rear driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment problems when replacing the original Lexus GS300 rear drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear-position fitment before installation on 1993-1997 Lexus GS300 models. Confirm overall length, compressed length, and end type match the original driveline configuration. This assembly does not include a slip yoke, axle nut, greaseable shaft feature, CV joints, or universal joints, so inspect the vehicle’s related driveline components during service. Use the part number 976-942 to confirm the correct replacement before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with pre-balanced construction and new yokes and tubes for the listed Lexus GS300 rear application. The design follows the manufacturer’s stated replacement format for straightforward driveline service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808163524789,"sku":"BKKY-976-942","price":685.32,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976942_Fro.jpg?v=1784179949","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-942-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}