Dorman 986-024 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-024 Rear Drive Shaft

This Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear driveline replacement on 1999-2000 Chevrolet C2500, 1999-2000 Chevrolet C3500, 1999-2000 GMC C2500, and 1999-2000 GMC C3500 applications. Part number 986-024 is pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints included in the assembly design.

Key Features

• Steel shaft construction for rear drive shaft service
• 97.77 in. drive shaft length with 3.5 in. shaft diameter
• 0.083 in. wall thickness for driveline durability
• Slip yoke included for proper driveline engagement
• Greaseable design for serviceable joint maintenance
• Overall length adjustable for application-specific setup
• Pre-balanced assembly to reduce vibration concerns
• Compatible with rear-position driveline replacement on Chevrolet C2500, Chevrolet C3500, GMC C2500, and GMC C3500

Detailed Description

Dorman 986-024 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for 1999-2000 Chevrolet C2500 and C3500, as well as 1999-2000 GMC C2500 and C3500 models. It is built with a steel shaft, slip yoke, greaseable joints, and an adjustable overall length to support correct driveline fitment. This part cross-references a common OE application number, 15002092, for the same vehicle coverage.

For buyers searching for a rear driveshaft for 1999-2000 Chevrolet C2500, a replacement drive shaft for 1999-2000 GMC C3500, or a Dorman 986-024 driveline assembly, this part addresses direct rear axle driveline service needs with a ready-to-install configuration.

What It Helps Fix

• Driveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft
• Noise from worn universal joints or CV joint components
• Slop or play caused by damaged yokes or shaft wear
• Loss of smooth power transfer to the rear axle
• Fitment issues from a bent, corroded, or fatigued driveshaft

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear-position fitment before installation on the vehicle. Confirm shaft length, slip yoke engagement, and driveline alignment against the original part before final tightening. Because this assembly is adjustable in overall length, careful measurement during installation helps ensure proper fit on the intended Chevrolet C2500, Chevrolet C3500, GMC C2500, or GMC C3500 application.

Quality Assurance

This Dorman driveshaft assembly is supplied as a pre-balanced replacement unit with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints as described by the manufacturer. Part number 986-024 is built for direct rear driveline service on the listed 1999-2000 Chevrolet and GMC trucks.