Dorman 946-641 rear drive shaft for the 2011-2016 Ford F-250 Super Duty carries engine torque to the rear axle. The Dorman drive shaft is a one-piece steel assembly with bolt-on ends.
- Dorman OE Solutions drive shaft line, standard replacement grade
- Drawn over mandrel (DOM) seamless steel tubing for uniform wall thickness and concentricity
- Delivered fully assembled and dynamically pre-balanced, ready to install
- All-new tubing, yokes and U-joints
- Greaseable shaft with a slip yoke and adjustable overall length
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 946-641 drive shaft
- Fits: 2011-2016 Ford F-250 Super Duty
- Position: Rear
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
Vibration that rises with speed, a clunk when you shift or pull away, or a shudder under load can mean a drive shaft is worn. A worn transmission mount, unbalanced tires or a tired rear differential pinion bearing can be behind these signs too, so find the cause before buying.
Fits
This is a direct-fit replacement for the 2011-2016 Ford F-250 Super Duty, and the truck takes one, running to the rear axle.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Rear
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Shaft diameter: 3.5 in
- Length: 56.96 in
- Wall thickness: 0.083 in
- Overall length: adjustable
- End connections: bolt-on at both ends
Build and materials
- Type: one-piece steel drive shaft assembly
- Shaft material: Steel
- Slip yoke: yes
- Greaseable: yes
- Grade: standard replacement
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: United States
In the box
One drive shaft. CV joints and an axle nut are not included, so plan on a new axle nut.
Interchange: BC3Z4602AE · BC3Z4602H · BC3Z4602U
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
BC3Z4602AE, BC3Z4602H, BC3Z4602U
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this rear drive shaft right for the 2011-2016 Ford F-250 Super Duty?
Yes. Dorman 946-641 is a rear drive shaft for the 2011-2016 Ford F-250 Super Duty, and the truck takes one.
Does this rear drive shaft come with CV joints or an axle nut?
No. The listing is one drive shaft; CV joints and an axle nut are not included.
How long is the tube on the Dorman 946-641, and how thick is its wall?
Dorman 946-641 is 56.96 in long with a 3.5 in shaft diameter and a 0.083 in wall thickness. Its overall length is adjustable.
Can a worn rear drive shaft cause a clunk when I shift into gear?
Yes, it can. A clunk when shifting or pulling away, or vibration that builds with speed, can mean the drive shaft or its joints are worn; a shop can pinpoint the source.
Is this rear drive shaft made from seamless steel tubing?
Yes. The shaft is steel, made from drawn over mandrel (DOM) seamless tubing, and it is built in the United States.
