2003-2013 Ram 2500-5500 Rear Driveshaft Parts

The rear driveshafts on 2003-2013 Dodge/RAM Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Ram 4500, and Ram 5500 4x4 trucks use conventional single Carden universal joints. The front of the shaft has a Slip Yoke which slides into the rear of the transmission or transfer case. A flange yoke connects the rear of your driveshaft to the rear axle companion flange. Short wheelbase trucks will have a simple one-piece shaft with 2 universal joints. Longer wheel base models have 2 piece drive lines with a Center Bearing to support the middle of the shaft assembly. Most rear driveshaft for these trucks use steel tubing, however some drivetrain combinations will have aluminum driveshafts.

While the basic configuration of the shafts is the same for all years, the actual components used will vary depending on the year and engine/transmission combination. At least three different universal joints have been used so you have to identify your specific components before ordering the correct replacements.

All Dodge Ram 2500 to 5500 series trucks plus the short-lived Sterling Bullet based on the same chassis are now built in Mexico as are most of the original equipment rear driveshaft parts.