1996 BMW 328i Drive Shafts and Axles

National has built a reputation as one of the most respected names in the industry. We have offered premium sealing solutions for more than 75 years. Our design team keeps pace with the industry and provides advanced solutions for today’s vehicles.

Product Features:

• Design type: spring loaded; multi-lip
• Temperature range: -40 Deg. F to 225 Deg. F / -40 Deg. C to 107 Deg. C
• Good low temperature capability
• Low swell in hydrocarbon fluids
• Delivers quality and reliable performance for every type of repair

Carquest Premium constant velocity (C.V.) axle shaft assemblies are 100% new units that are designed to meet or exceed OE specifications. Every part number is tested to guarantee a proper fit and reliable performance. Carquest Premium CV axles are assembled with a specially formulated high-temperature moly grease to resist friction and wear of the bearings and joints. Our strict engineering and quality specifications ensure a long-lasting repair that is guaranteed with an industry-leading warranty.

Product Features:

• Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications for fit, form and function
• 100% new axle and components
• New axle nut or attaching hardware included when applicable
• Bearings, races and housings are heat-treated for longer life
• Precision-engineered seal mating surfaces for leak-free performance
• High moly CV joint grease with stainless-steel boot bands

Carquest Premium constant velocity (C.V.) axle shaft assemblies are 100% new units that are designed to meet or exceed OE specifications. Every part number is tested to guarantee a proper fit and reliable performance. Carquest Premium CV axles are assembled with a specially formulated high-temperature moly grease to resist friction and wear of the bearings and joints. Our strict engineering and quality specifications ensure a long-lasting repair that is guaranteed with an industry-leading warranty.

Product Features:

• Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications for fit, form and function
• 100% new axle and components
• New axle nut or attaching hardware included when applicable
• Bearings, races and housings are heat-treated for longer life
• Precision-engineered seal mating surfaces for leak-free performance
• High moly CV joint grease with stainless-steel boot bands

Carquest Premium constant velocity (C.V.) axle shaft assemblies are 100% new units that are designed to meet or exceed OE specifications. Every part number is tested to guarantee a proper fit and reliable performance. Carquest Premium CV axles are assembled with a specially formulated high-temperature moly grease to resist friction and wear of the bearings and joints. Our strict engineering and quality specifications ensure a long-lasting repair that is guaranteed with an industry-leading warranty.

Product Features:

• Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications for fit, form and function
• 100% new axle and components
• New axle nut or attaching hardware included when applicable
• Bearings, races and housings are heat-treated for longer life
• Precision-engineered seal mating surfaces for leak-free performance
• High moly CV joint grease with stainless-steel boot bands

This drive shaft coupler is designed to match the fit and function of the original coupler on specified vehicles, and is engineered for durability and reliable performance.

Product Features:

• Direct replacement – this drive shaft coupler is designed to match the fit and function of the original coupler on specified vehicles
• Restores functionality – reliable replacement for an original coupler that has failed due to wear or damaged due to collision
• Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
• Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience

Drive Shaft Support Bearing

Designed to meet or exceed OE quality, premium-quality bearings from National are manufactured to exacting standards to deliver lasting performance and extended bearing life.

Product Features:

• BUILT TO LAST: Advanced heat treatment process for strength
• PREMIUM MATERIALS: Precision manufactured using premium-grade steel for lasting performance and extended bearing life
• RELIABLE PERFORMANCE: Element size and quantity are engineered to meet or exceed the load rating of OE bearings
• COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE: Industry-leading coverage for domestic and import applications
• RIGOROUS TESTING: Comprehensive testing throughout design and development processes by National engineers for quality you can count on

This drive shaft center bearing is designed to match the fit and function of the original bearing on specified vehicles, and is engineered for durability and reliable performance.

Product Features:

• Direct replacement – this drive shaft center bearing is designed to match the fit and function of the original bearing on specified vehicles
• Restores functionality – this bearing is made to fit and fully restore part functionality after the original bearing fails
• Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
• Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience

This drive shaft center bearing is designed to match the fit and function of the original bearing on specified vehicles, and is engineered for durability and reliable performance.

Product Features:

• Direct replacement – this drive shaft center bearing is designed to match the fit and function of the original bearing on specified vehicles
• Restores functionality – this bearing is made to fit and fully restore part functionality after the original bearing fails
• Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
• Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience

Upgrade and simplify your driveshaft replacement with a premium driveshaft that’s delivered fully assembled, dynamically pre-balanced and ready for a fast, hassle-free installation on specified vehicle makes, models and years. Engineered and manufactured in the USA, the driveshaft is manufactured from high-precision, drawn over mandrel (DOM) seamless steel tubing that offers superior concentricity, uniform wall thickness and greater torsional strength and dent resistance than standard welded steel. The assembly includes 100% new-not remanufactured-components, including yokes, CV joints and U-joints. A premium quality driveshaft assembly deserves premium packaging; this product ships in protective foam-in-place packaging to ensure it arrives in the same pristine, install-ready condition in which it left the manufacturing facility.

Product Features:

• Ready to install – this premium driveshaft assembly arrives fully assembled, dynamically pre-balanced and ready for a fast, hassle-free installation on specified vehicle makes, models and years
• Premium shaft – made from drawn over mandrel (DOM) seamless steel tubing for superior concentricity, uniform wall thickness and more torsional strength and dent resistance than standard welded steel
• All-new construction – built in the USA with 100% new-not remanufactured-tubing, yokes, CV joints, and U-joints
• Superior packaging – assembly ships in protective foam-in-place packaging to ensure it is delivered in the same pristine, install-ready condition in which it left the manufacturing facility

The original drive shafts on specific vehicles have permanently staked universal joints that make servicing difficult. This Dorman OE FIX rear drive shaft makes the U-joints serviceable for simpler maintenance.

Product Features:

• Ready to install – this drive shaft is shipped pre-assembled and factory balanced to ensure immediate smooth operation
• Simplifies repair – this replacement makes the U-joints serviceable for simpler maintenance
• All-new manufacturing – made 100% new, not remanufactured, so there’s no core charge or return hassle
• Quality engineering – designed in the United States and backed by decades of automotive aftermarket experience

The original drive shafts on specific vehicles have permanently staked universal joints that make servicing difficult. This Dorman OE FIX rear drive shaft makes the U-joints serviceable for simpler maintenance.

Product Features:

• Ready to install – this drive shaft is shipped pre-assembled and factory balanced to ensure immediate smooth operation
• Simplifies repair – this replacement makes the U-joints serviceable for simpler maintenance
• All-new manufacturing – made 100% new, not remanufactured, so there’s no core charge or return hassle
• Quality engineering – designed in the United States and backed by decades of automotive aftermarket experience

The original drive shafts on specific vehicles have permanently staked universal joints that make servicing difficult. This Dorman OE FIX rear drive shaft makes the U-joints serviceable for simpler maintenance.

Product Features:

• Ready to install – this drive shaft is shipped pre-assembled and factory balanced to ensure immediate smooth operation
• Simplifies repair – this replacement makes the U-joints serviceable for simpler maintenance
• All-new manufacturing – made 100% new, not remanufactured, so there’s no core charge or return hassle
• Quality engineering – designed in the United States and backed by decades of automotive aftermarket experience

This drive shaft repair kit is designed to match the original hardware required to repair the drive shaft on specified vehicles. Made of quality components, this kit is engineered for reliable performance and durability.

Product Features:

• Direct replacement – this drive shaft repair kit is designed to match the original hardware required to repair the drive shaft on specified vehicle
• Ideal solution – this kit is a reliable replacement for original components that have failed due to fatigue
• Durable construction – this kit is made from quality components to ensure reliable performance and a long service life
• Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience

Designed to meet or exceed OE quality, premium-quality bearings from National are manufactured to exacting standards to deliver lasting performance and extended bearing life.

Product Features:

• BUILT TO LAST – Advanced heat treatment process for strength
• PREMIUM MATERIALS – Precision manufactured using premium-grade steel for lasting performance and extended bearing life
• RELIABLE PERFORMANCE – Element size and quantity are engineered to meet or exceed the load rating of OE bearings
• COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE – Industry-leading coverage for domestic and import applications
• RIGOROUS TESTING – Comprehensive testing throughout design and development processes by National engineers for quality you can count on

For European vehicles, A.P.A. manufactures the URO Parts brand of quality replacement parts, which meet or exceed OEM specifications. URO Parts components are ideal for both professional and DIY vehicle repair, and are often the exclusive aftermarket alternative to overpriced ¿Genuine¿ components. By reducing deferred maintenance with URO Parts, you will increase the bottom line of your business. With its URO Premium line, A.P.A. offers problem-solving upgraded components that are superior to failure-prone OEM parts in design and/or materials. A.P.A. is so confident in the longevity and reliability of URO Premium products, . URO Parts also specializes in accurate reproduction parts for classic vehicles, including a huge variety of items that are no longer available from the dealer.

Product Features:

• Guaranteed fitment
• Instantly restores proper driveshaft positioning and stabilization to help eliminate annoying clunking and vibration
• Manufactured to OE center support dimensions for proper driveshaft alignment and joint angles
• High-quality elastomer and alloy metal construction withstands intense undercar heat and vibration
• Pre-lubricated sealed bearing resists the elements and minimizes driveshaft runout

For European vehicles, A.P.A. manufactures the URO Parts brand of quality replacement parts, which meet or exceed OEM specifications. URO Parts components are ideal for both professional and DIY vehicle repair, and are often the exclusive aftermarket alternative to overpriced ¿Genuine¿ components. By reducing deferred maintenance with URO Parts, you will increase the bottom line of your business. With its URO Premium line, A.P.A. offers problem-solving upgraded components that are superior to failure-prone OEM parts in design and/or materials. A.P.A. is so confident in the longevity and reliability of URO Premium products, . URO Parts also specializes in accurate reproduction parts for classic vehicles, including a huge variety of items that are no longer available from the dealer.

Product Features:

• Fitted with a high-quality German INA bearing for smooth operation and long life
• Guaranteed fitment
• Instantly restores proper driveshaft positioning and stabilization to help eliminate annoying clunking and vibration
• Manufactured to OE center support dimensions for proper driveshaft alignment and joint angles
• High-quality elastomer and alloy metal construction withstands intense undercar heat and vibration
• Pre-lubricated sealed bearing resists the elements and minimizes driveshaft runout

This drive shaft coupler is designed to match the fit and function of the original coupler on specified vehicles, and is engineered for durability and reliable performance.

Product Features:

• Direct replacement – this drive shaft coupler is designed to match the fit and function of the original coupler on specified vehicles
• Restores functionality – reliable replacement for an original coupler that has failed due to wear or damaged due to collision
• Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
• Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience

Designed to restore ride quality and reduce noise, vibration and harshness, MOOG premium driveline couplers are the perfect replacement for worn or deteriorated OE couplers.

Product Features:

• RESTORES PERFORMANCE — Isolates driveline vibrations to restore ride quality and reduce driveline noise, vibration and harshness
• STRONG AND DURABLE — Reinforced high-grade nylon 66 wire for optimal strength and longer coupler life
• RELIABLE REPLACEMENT — Premium replacement for worn or deteriorated OE couplers
• INSTALLATION READY — Comes with premium hardware for easy installation (where applicable)
• PREMIUM MATERIALS — Made from premium rubber for long-lasting dependability
• RIGOROUS TESTING — Comprehensive testing throughout design and development processes by MOOG engineers for quality you can count on
• COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE — Available for foreign and domestic nameplates

This drive shaft coupler is designed to match the fit and function of the original coupler on specified vehicles, and is engineered for durability and reliable performance.

Product Features:

• Direct replacement – this drive shaft coupler is designed to match the fit and function of the original coupler on specified vehicles
• Restores functionality – reliable replacement for an original coupler that has failed due to wear or damaged due to collision
• Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
• Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience