Dorman 986-231 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-231 Drive Shaft for Toyota Van

Dorman 986-231 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for 1984-1985 Toyota Van applications. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and CV joints to simplify replacement and restore driveline function.

Key Features

• Complete drive shaft assembly for rear position applications
• Pre-balanced for installation readiness
• Steel shaft construction with a 2.5 in diameter and 0.065 in wall thickness
• Transmission yoke on end 1 and flange on end 2
• Universal joints included; CV joints not included
• Non-greaseable, non-adjustable design
• Fits 1984-1985 Toyota Van, rear

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft is built for direct replacement in 1984-1985 Toyota Van rear driveline applications. Part number 986-231 uses a steel shaft with a 29 in compressed length and fixed overall length, making it a straightforward option when the original shaft is worn, damaged, or out of balance. The assembly includes 100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints, with a transmission yoke at one end and a flange at the other for the specified application. This part cross-references 3711028100 for the same application.

What It Helps Solve

• Driveline vibration caused by a worn or unbalanced shaft
• Clunking or looseness from worn universal joints
• Damage to the original shaft tube or yokes
• Fitment issues when replacing a failed rear Toyota Van drive shaft
• Noise and drivability problems linked to driveline wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear-position fitment before installation on 1984-1985 Toyota Van models. Confirm the transmission yoke and flange connection points match the vehicle’s original driveline configuration. Because this shaft is not adjustable and does not use a slip yoke, proper application matching is important before installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this assembly as a complete replacement drive shaft with new structural and joint components for the listed Toyota Van applications. Part number 986-231 is pre-balanced to support a smoother replacement process and consistent driveline operation.