Dorman 986-404 Drive Shaft

Dorman 986-404 Drive Shaft for Ford F-150

Dorman 986-404 is a complete drive shaft assembly for select 2018-2019 Ford F-150 trucks with an 8.8 in. axle. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a slip yoke already incorporated into the assembly.

Key Features

• Complete drive shaft assembly for driveline service
• Pre-balanced for direct replacement use
• 100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints
• Steel shaft construction with 3 in. shaft diameter
• Flange-to-flange end configuration
• Greaseable drive shaft design
• Overall length adjustable for fitment needs
• Compressed length: 110.25 in.; drive shaft length: 111.75 in.

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft replacement is built for 2018-2019 Ford F-150 applications and matches vehicles equipped with an 8.8 in. axle. Part number 986-404 is a steel driveline assembly with a 0.083 in. wall thickness, flange ends, and universal joints included for a complete service solution. The assembly is greaseable and adjustable in overall length, helping support proper driveline fitment during replacement. This part cross-references Ford OE number JL3Z4R602T for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Vibration from a worn or out-of-balance drive shaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from worn joints or yokes
• Service issues caused by damaged shaft tubes or flange ends
• Replacement needs after driveline wear on Ford F-150 trucks
• Restoration of proper power transfer through the driveline

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify axle configuration before ordering; this part is listed for 2018-2019 Ford F-150 models with an 8.8 in. axle. Confirm flange-to-flange measurements, compressed length, and overall length adjustment range against the original shaft before installation. Inspect mating surfaces, flange condition, and driveline angles during replacement to help ensure correct operation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this assembly as a regular-grade replacement driveline component with new core parts and pre-balanced construction for service-ready installation. Part number 986-404 is built to replace the original drive shaft assembly for the listed Ford F-150 applications.