{"product_id":"dorman-976-963-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-963 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 976-963 Drive Shaft Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-963 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select 1997 Chevrolet C3500 and 1997 GMC C3500 regular chassis cab applications without RPO code C5B. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, steel tubes, and universal joints already assembled for a direct driveline replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced drive shaft assembly for rear position use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 3.5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length: 78.5 in; drive shaft length: 80.5 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for fitment alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd 1 type: U-joint; End 2 type: U-joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversal joints included; CV joints not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft wall thickness: 0.083 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Fitment and Application\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft replacement is built for 1997 Chevrolet C3500 rear applications and 1997 GMC C3500 rear applications in regular chassis cab configuration without RPO code C5B (15,000 lb. GVW). It is a practical OE-style driveline solution for Chevrolet C3500 and GMC C3500 owners needing a direct rear driveshaft assembly, and the Dorman 976-963 part number is the reference to verify before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe assembly uses 100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints, which helps simplify replacement when the original shaft is worn, damaged, or out of balance. The steel construction and adjustable overall length support proper driveline setup, while the included slip yoke and U-joint ends match the listed rear axle application. This part cross-references 12388945 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Drive Shaft Helps Solve\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 U-joints or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage to the original shaft tube or slip yoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues from a shaft that no longer matches the listed Chevrolet C3500 or GMC C3500 rear application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs after driveline wear on a regular chassis cab truck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm the vehicle is a 1997 Chevrolet C3500 or 1997 GMC C3500 rear application with regular chassis cab configuration and without RPO code C5B before installation. Verify compressed length, overall length, and driveline alignment against the original shaft to ensure proper fit. Inspect companion flange, U-joint interfaces, and surrounding driveline components during replacement so the new assembly can be installed on a clean, serviceable foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new yokes, tubes, and joints, and it is pre-balanced for installation readiness. Part number 976-963 is built to match the listed rear driveline application for Chevrolet C3500 and GMC C3500 trucks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808165392565,"sku":"BKKY-976-963","price":745.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976963_Fro.jpg?v=1784180066","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-963-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}