CARDONE Reman Drive Shaft P/N:65-7068
Help carry power smoothly to the rear differential with the A1 CARDONE drive shaft 65-5024, a rear 1999-2003 Lexus RX300 drive shaft for all engines. It is built to match O.E. form, fit and function, and it arrives balanced, phased and ready to install in place of the worn original.
Specifications: Steel shaft, 2.50 in (63.50 mm) diameter, 84.49 in (2146 mm) compressed length, universal-joint drive shaft type with phased yokes and a slip yoke. The listed application uses one shaft. The package includes the prop shaft and an instruction sheet. Country of origin: Mexico.
Signs this part may need replacing: Driveline vibration is a common sign. Its causes include worn joints, an unbalanced shaft, poor joint lubrication, or a bent or twisted shaft, so diagnose the cause before replacing the shaft.
Interchange: 3710048010
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
Will this fit the 1999-2003 Lexus RX300?
Yes. It is listed as the rear drive shaft for the 1999-2003 Lexus RX300 with all engines, one per vehicle. See the Buyer's Guide tab for details.
What causes prop shaft vibration?
Common causes include worn joints, an unbalanced drive shaft, poor joint lubrication, and a bent or twisted shaft. Diagnose the cause before replacing the shaft.
Is this shaft balanced, and why does that matter?
Yes. Each unit is 100% dynamically balanced at 3200 RPM before boxing. An unbalanced shaft can cause premature wear on other major components such as the transmission and rear differential.
Does this shaft need to be greased?
It comes pre-greased with new universal joints and a lubricated slip yoke. It has no grease fitting and is not greasable.
What comes in the box and what are the specs?
The box contains one prop shaft and an instruction sheet. The shaft is steel, 2.50 in (63.50 mm) in diameter, with an 84.49 in (2146 mm) compressed length.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.