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GM 26050549 Rear Axle Drive Shaft

1997-2005 GM

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GM 26050549 Rear Axle Drive Shaft
  • Part Description
    Shaft,Rear Axle
  • Position
    Rear
  • Manufacturer
    General Motors
  • Manufacturer's Notes
    This part is discontinued.
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  • Product Specifications
  • Vehicle Fitment
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  • Product Specifications

    BrandGenuine GM
    Manufacturer Part Number26050549
    Part DescriptionShaft,Rear Axle
    Other NamesAxle Shaft
    Item Dimensions33.1 x 6.8 x 6.6 inches
    Item Weight15.70 Pounds
    PositionRear
    ConditionNew
    Fitment TypeDirect Replacement
    Require Quantity2
    ManufacturerGeneral Motors
    SKU26050549
    WarrantyThis genuine GM part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
    Shipping & ReturnShipping Policy Return Policy
    Warning: California's Proposition 65
  • Vehicle Fitment

    Year Make Model Engine Important vehicle option details
    1997-2005 Chevrolet Blazer6 Cyl 4.3L2 DOOR, 4 DOOR
    1998-2004 Chevrolet S104 Cyl 2.2L, 4 Cyl 2.2L Flex, 6 Cyl 4.3LCREW CAB, PICKUP, PICKUP EXTENDED CAB
    1997-2001 GMC Jimmy6 Cyl 4.3L2 DOOR, 4 DOOR
    1998-2004 GMC Sonoma4 Cyl 2.2L, 4 Cyl 2.2L Flex, 6 Cyl 4.3L4 DOOR, PICKUP, PICKUP EXTENDED CAB
    1997-2001 Oldsmobile Bravada6 Cyl 4.3LBRAVADA
  • Customer Questions & Expert Answers

    Q:
    I would like to confirm if this is the correct part number for my vehicle. Please advise. Thank you. Posted by GMPartsGiant Specialist
    A:
    You can Select Your Vehicle to check if 26050549 fits your vehicle.
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    Q:
    How to remove the axle shaft on 4WD Chevrolet Blazer? Posted by Customer
    A:
    To take out the axle shaft, start off by loosening the wheel lug nuts and raising the motorcar with jackstands. Remove the wheel and use a prybar or big screwdriver to hold the axle shaft while loosening the axle shaft hub nut using a big breaker bar. Get rid of the nut and washer. Then, keep hold of the axle shaft in position and clear away the axle shaft flange bolts ensuring you label CV joint inner to flange interconnectivity before eliminating these bolts. On 1999 on models, there are no axleshafts which are flanged to differential housing anymore but they have snap rings holding them at inside closed end of spline ends at trilobate joints. To free up an axleshaft, thump against it somewhere on its tripod container with wooden hammer until it snaps out of place from its groove. Take out steering knuckle then remove also halfshaft assembly. To reinstall proceed vice versa however when doing that ensure that you properly torque rear cv joint bolt and tighten front left outer cv joint as well as right outer cv joint hub nuts.
    Posted by GMPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    What is the type of rear axle shaft assembly and differential used on GMC Jimmy? Posted by Customer
    A:
    The rear axle assembly is a hypoid, semi-floating type with a differential that allows the outer rear tire to turn more quickly than the inner tire when the vehicle goes around a corner. The axle shafts are splined to the differential side gears, causing the inner tire to turn more slowly than the outer tire. The differential pinion gears roll around the slower side gear, driving the outer side gear and tire more quickly. The differential is housed within a casting with a pressed steel cover known as the "carrier," and the steel axle tubes are pressed into and welded to the carrier. On 4WD models, a fully independent front axle assembly is used, consisting of a differential and a pair of driveaxles with inner and outer constant velocity (CV) joints. An extension axleshaft is employed on the right side to make up the difference in distance between the differential and the right front wheel. An optional locking limited-slip rear axle is also available, which allows for normal operation until one wheel loses traction. This differential includes a pair of clutch "cones" that slow the rotation of the differential case when one wheel is on a firm surface and the other on a slippery one, equalizing the rotation speed of the axleshaft driving the wheel with traction. It is important to check for other possible causes before assuming the axle is the problem, as road noise, tire noise, and engine and transmission noise can be mistaken for axle issues. Overhauling the differential may require special tools and is not typically cost-effective for a do-it-yourselfer.
    Posted by GMPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    What are the steps for reinstalling the C-locks and pinion shaft for locking differentials for the 2000 Chevrolet S10? Posted by Customer
    A:
    For locking differentials, install the C-locks with the pinion shaft partially withdrawn, ensuring they are positioned correctly. Withdraw the axleshaft carefully until the C-lock clears the thrust block. Once the C-locks are installed, push the pinion shaft into place with the groove lined up with the lock bolt hole, then install the lock bolt.
    Posted by GMPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should you do with the driveshaft for the 1998 GMC Sonoma? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Disconnect the driveshaft and secure it out of the way.
    Posted by GMPartsGiant Specialist
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