Dorman 986-147 Drive Shaft - Rear

Drive Shaft for 2006 Lexus GS300 Rear

This Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for the rear application on the 2006 Lexus GS300. Part number 986-147 arrives pre-balanced with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and CV joints included in the assembly design.

Key Features

• Direct replacement drive shaft for rear driveline service
• Pre-balanced assembly for installation readiness
• Steel shaft construction with a 2.5 in shaft diameter
• 58.875 in compressed drive shaft length
• Transmission yoke to flange end configuration
• 100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints per manufacturer description
• Non-greaseable design with no slip yoke

Detailed Description

Dorman 986-147 is a complete drive shaft assembly for the rear of the 2006 Lexus GS300. It uses a steel shaft with a 0.083 in wall thickness and a transmission yoke on one end with a flange on the other, making it a practical replacement for driveline service where the original shaft is worn, damaged, or out of balance. This part number 986-147 is supplied as a ready-to-install assembly and is built around new driveline components rather than reused parts.

This part cross-references 3710030800 for the same application. For buyers searching for a 2006 Lexus GS300 rear drive shaft replacement, Dorman 986-147 provides the specified length and end configuration needed for this vehicle.

Common Issues This Part Can Address

• Driveline vibration from a worn or unbalanced shaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints
• Damage to the original shaft tube or yokes
• Loss of smooth power transfer through the rear driveline
• Service replacement for a failed rear drive shaft on a Lexus GS300

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the compressed length of 58.875 in, the transmission yoke to flange configuration, and rear fitment before installation. Inspect mating surfaces, flange condition, and driveline alignment during replacement. Because this assembly is not adjustable and does not include a slip yoke, confirm the original application matches the listed dimensions and end types before final installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete assembly with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and CV joints included in the manufacturing design. Part number 986-147 is built for the confirmed rear application on the 2006 Lexus GS300.