The U-joint in my Intermediate steering shaft failed. I'm looking to get a replacement part. Do I just need the lower shaft? http://www.ebay.com/itm/DORMAN-425-257-Dodge-Steering-Column-Intermediate-Lower-Shaft-4WD-4x4-/141363047248?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Make%3ADodge%7CModel%3ADakota&hash=item20e9e4eb50&vxp=mtr
Or the shaft with the coupler?
http://www.1aauto.com/dodge-dakota-d...r/i/1astc00082

 

Iirc the lower shaft is under the hood and the upper shaft is in the cab.

 

search this site for the int. shaft, about 3/4 way down there is a post by stampede with shaft info any install tips...

 

I'm sorry I can't seem to find stampede's post. and to reply to rich I just need to know if I can replace just the lower shaft or do I need the lower shaft with the coupler.

 

https://dodgeforum.com/forum/2nd-gen...g-shaft-2.html

 

Thanks

 

I come up with Dorman # 425-263 , $126
http://www.autorepairinstructions.com/?p=50

 

Much appreciated

 

I just replaced mine in my 2003 Dakota. It was tough job but I finally got it. I used a Dorman replacement from rockauto.com

 

I did my 03 back in the spring. Was a bear of a job. I got an upgraded OEM shaft on Ebay.