Dorman 986-021 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-021 Rear Drive Shaft for Ford E-350 Super Duty

This Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear application service on the 2002-2003 Ford E-350 Super Duty. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints included in the assembly design.

Key Features

• Steel drive shaft construction for driveline service
• Pre-balanced assembly for smoother operation
• Slip yoke included
• Greaseable drive shaft design
• Adjustable overall length for application matching
• 3-inch shaft diameter and 0.083-inch wall thickness
• Drive shaft length: 80.8 inches
• Package contents: 1 driveshaft

Detailed Description

Dorman 986-021 is a rear drive shaft assembly for the 2002-2003 Ford E-350 Super Duty. It is engineered as a complete replacement unit with 100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints, reducing the need to rebuild worn driveline components individually. The steel shaft construction, greaseable design, and adjustable overall length support direct replacement service for rear driveline repair on Ford E-350 Super Duty vans. This part cross-references Ford OE number 2C2Z4R602VA for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Driveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from worn joints or yokes
• Excessive play from damaged slip yoke components
• Corrosion or fatigue in the original steel shaft
• Service issues caused by a shaft that no longer matches the required length

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear-position fitment before installation on the 2002-2003 Ford E-350 Super Duty. Confirm shaft length, diameter, and slip yoke configuration against the original driveline assembly before removal. Inspect related driveline mounts, seals, and companion components during service to help ensure proper alignment after installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new core driveline components and pre-balanced preparation for installation. Part number 986-021 is built to replace the original rear driveshaft application for the Ford E-350 Super Duty.