Dorman 986-221 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-221 Drive Shaft for Ram Trucks

Dorman 986-221 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Dodge Ram trucks. It arrives pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a steel shaft for a direct replacement on the listed applications.

• Complete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service
• Pre-balanced for installation on the vehicle application
• Steel shaft construction with 4 in. shaft diameter
• 62.5 in. compressed drive shaft length
• Transmission yoke at end 1 and U-joint at end 2
• Universal joints included; CV joints not included
• Non-adjustable overall length with no slip yoke

Application Details

This Dorman drive shaft is compatible with 1994-1995 Dodge Ram 1500, rear, and 1994-1995 Dodge Ram 2500, rear, with Sales Code DRG (Corporate 9.25 Rear Axle). It is a direct-fit driveline replacement for Ram 1500 rear drive shaft and Ram 2500 rear drive shaft service where the original assembly matches the listed dimensions and configuration. Part number 986-221 is also referenced by interchange number 53006777.

What It Helps Fix

• Vibration from a worn or out-of-balance drive shaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from worn U-joints
• Damage to the original shaft tube or yokes
• Driveline service needs after shaft wear or failure
• Fitment issues when replacing a rear shaft with the correct length and end types

Installation Notes

Verify compressed length, shaft diameter, end types, and rear axle configuration before installation. This assembly is not adjustable and does not include a slip yoke or axle nut. Confirm the vehicle is a 1994-1995 Dodge Ram 1500 rear or 1994-1995 Dodge Ram 2500 rear with Sales Code DRG before ordering Dorman 986-221.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new yokes, tubes, and joints for the listed applications. The pre-balanced design supports a straightforward driveline replacement on compatible Dodge Ram trucks.