{"product_id":"dorman-986-047-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-047 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-047 Rear Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestore driveline function on select Dodge Ram heavy-duty trucks with this Dorman drive shaft assembly. Part number 986-047 is a complete, pre-balanced replacement built with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a greaseable steel shaft for direct service on rear applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 3.5 in. diameter and 0.083 in. wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransmission yoke to flange configuration with slip yoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design for routine maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for proper driveline setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 986-047 is a rear drive shaft assembly for 2003-2005 Dodge Ram 2500 and 2003-2005 Dodge Ram 3500 models equipped with Sales Code DEE and the 6-speed HD manual transmission. It is built as a complete replacement assembly with a transmission yoke on one end and a flange on the other, helping simplify driveline repair on Dodge Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks that need a direct-fit rear driveshaft solution. This part cross-references Mopar 52105642AA for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration caused by a worn or out-of-balance driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues related to damaged yokes or tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrease retention problems on a serviceable shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear driveline replacement needs on manual-transmission Ram trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear fitment by matching the vehicle year, model, Sales Code DEE, and 6-speed HD manual transmission before installation. Confirm compressed length, overall length adjustability, and end types against the original shaft to ensure proper driveline alignment on the Dodge Ram 2500 or Dodge Ram 3500. Inspect related driveline components, including mounts and flange surfaces, during replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is engineered as a complete replacement with new components and pre-balanced construction for service-ready installation. Part number 986-047 is built for the specified rear applications and uses steel construction with greaseable service points for maintenance access.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808185970869,"sku":"BKKY-986-047","price":1352.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986047_Fro.jpg?v=1784180832","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-047-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}