{"product_id":"dorman-976-997-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-997 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 976-997 Rear Drive Shaft for Ford F-150\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-997 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Ford F-150 trucks. It arrives pre-balanced and built with new yokes and tubes, giving you a direct replacement path for a worn or damaged driveline component.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransmission yoke to flange configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e79.37 in compressed length and 5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.125 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 2015-2017 Ford F-150 rear applications with an 8.8 in. axle. The assembly uses 100% new yokes and tubes, and it is supplied as a pre-balanced unit to simplify replacement work. Part number 976-997 is also referenced by FL3Z4602H for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe aluminum shaft construction helps keep the assembly lightweight while maintaining the dimensions needed for proper driveline service. With a transmission yoke on one end and a flange on the other, this drive shaft is configured for the specified rear driveline setup on the Ford F-150.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Drive Shaft Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise caused by damaged driveline joints or shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline service needs after shaft tube or yoke wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs for a bent, corroded, or damaged shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear driveline repair on a 2015-2017 Ford F-150 with 8.8 in. axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With 2015-2017 Ford F-150, rear, 8.8 in. axle. Verify compressed length, flange connection, and transmission yoke style before installation. Because this assembly is not overall length adjustable, confirm driveline measurements against the original part before removal. Grease the service points according to vehicle maintenance procedures after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a ready-to-install replacement assembly with new structural components and pre-balanced construction. Part number 976-997 is engineered for the listed Ford F-150 rear driveline application and cross-references FL3Z4602H.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808177385653,"sku":"BKKY-976-997","price":782.86,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976997_Fro.jpg?v=1784180242","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-997-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}