{"product_id":"dorman-976-988-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-988 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 976-988 Drive Shaft for Ram 3500\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is a direct replacement for rear driveline service on 2013-2018 Ram 3500 Crew Chassis Cab models. Part number 976-988 arrives pre-balanced and assembled with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a steel shaft for a straightforward repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2013-2018 Ram 3500, rear, Crew Chassis Cab\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, tubes, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 3.5 in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlange-to-flange end configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for application-specific setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft length: 89.62 in; compressed length: 87.62 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 976-988\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-988 is built for rear driveline service on the Ram 3500 Crew Chassis Cab platform. It uses a steel shaft with a 0.095 in wall thickness, flange ends on both sides, and universal joints included for a complete assembly. The design is pre-balanced and uses new yokes and tubes to support a clean replacement of the original drive shaft. This part cross-references OE number 5146588AA for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestores driveline function after shaft wear or damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddresses vibration caused by an out-of-balance driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces worn flange-end driveline components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrects noise from failed universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports repair of rear driveline issues on Ram 3500 chassis cab trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify flange-to-flange measurements before installation and confirm rear application on the 2013-2018 Ram 3500 Crew Chassis Cab. The shaft is not greaseable and does not include a slip yoke, axle nut, or CV joints. Confirm driveline alignment and mounting points during installation to ensure proper fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this assembly as a complete replacement driveline component with new structural and joint hardware already integrated into the shaft assembly. Part number 976-988 is engineered for direct service replacement on the specified Ram 3500 rear application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808177090741,"sku":"BKKY-976-988","price":1355.66,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976988_Fro.jpg?v=1784180178","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-988-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}