{"product_id":"dorman-976-944-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-944 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 976-944 Rear Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-944 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select 1999-2001 Isuzu VehiCROSS models. It arrives pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a slip yoke for a direct replacement approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for the rear position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 2.5 in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransmission yoke to flange configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversal joints included; CV joints not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e29.125 in overall drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft replacement is built for 1999-2001 Isuzu VehiCROSS rear driveline service and is engineered as a complete assembly rather than a partial repair. The steel shaft uses a transmission yoke on one end and a flange on the other, with universal joints included and no CV joints in the assembly. Part number 976-944 is also referenced by interchange number 8972116320 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor buyers searching for a rear drive shaft for 1999 Isuzu VehiCROSS, 2000 Isuzu VehiCROSS, or 2001 Isuzu VehiCROSS, this assembly provides the core driveline components needed for replacement work. The pre-balanced design helps reduce the need for separate balancing steps during service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\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 universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage to the original shaft tubes or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play caused by a failing slip yoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear driveline service needs on Isuzu VehiCROSS models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear-position fitment before installation and compare shaft length, end types, and flange configuration to the original part. Confirm the transmission yoke and flange interfaces match the vehicle’s driveline setup, and inspect related mounting points and driveline components during replacement. This part number is 976-944.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this assembly as a complete replacement driveline component with new yokes, tubes, and universal joints. The pre-balanced construction supports a straightforward replacement process for the specified Isuzu VehiCROSS applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808163655861,"sku":"BKKY-976-944","price":626.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976944_Fro.jpg?v=1784179963","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-944-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}