{"product_id":"dorman-986-043-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-043 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-043 Drive Shaft for Ford F-150\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 986-043 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Ford F-150 applications. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a slip yoke for a direct replacement on the specified rear driveline setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransmission yoke on end 1 and flange on end 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e66.125 in compressed length with 4 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 986-043\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft is built for 2009-2010 Ford F-150 rear applications, including the 2009 Ford F-150 rear with 9.75 in. rear axle and 12-bolt differential cover. The aluminum shaft measures 66.125 in. in compressed length and uses a transmission yoke at one end and a flange at the other for the listed driveline configuration. Part number 986-043 is also a direct cross-reference for OE number 9L3Z4602G.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Ford F-150 driveline repair, this assembly provides a ready-to-install replacement path when the original shaft is worn, damaged, or out of balance. The greaseable design and new universal joints support serviceability, while the fixed overall length and slip yoke help match the original rear driveline layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage to the original shaft tube or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline issues caused by a failing slip yoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs after impact or corrosion-related wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear axle configuration, flange style, and compressed length before installation. This assembly is not adjustable, so the vehicle must match the listed Ford F-150 fitment exactly. Confirm the transmission yoke and flange interfaces, and inspect related driveline components for wear before final assembly. Part number 986-043 should be matched to the application shown for 2009-2010 Ford F-150 rear service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new core components and pre-balanced construction for the listed application. It is engineered to replace the original driveline part number 9L3Z4602G on the confirmed Ford F-150 fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808185839797,"sku":"BKKY-986-043","price":722.34,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986043_Fro.jpg?v=1784180802","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-043-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}