{"product_id":"dorman-986-451-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-451 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-451 Drive Shaft for Ram 3500\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eReplace a worn rear driveline assembly with the Dorman 986-451 drive shaft for 2013-2018 Ram 3500 Crew Chassis Cab applications. This complete assembly is pre-balanced and built for direct installation, with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a slip yoke already in place.\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 smoother operation after replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 3.5 in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlange-to-flange end configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design for serviceability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for proper driveline setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes universal joints; CV joints are not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length: 90.625 in; drive shaft length: 92.125 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft wall thickness: 0.095 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dorman 986-451 is a replacement drive shaft assembly engineered for rear use on Ram 3500 Crew Chassis Cab trucks from 2013 through 2018. It is built with 100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints, and it arrives pre-balanced to reduce the need for additional driveline preparation. The steel shaft, flange ends, greaseable construction, and adjustable overall length support a straightforward replacement for the original rear drive shaft. This part cross-references 5146504AA for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Drive Shaft Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from failed universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline play caused by worn yokes or shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues related to a damaged steel shaft tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs on 2013-2018 Ram 3500 rear Crew Chassis Cab trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2013-2018 Ram 3500, rear, Crew Chassis Cab. Verify flange-to-flange configuration, compressed length, and overall driveline measurements before installation. Confirm the rear application and inspect mating components for wear so the replacement shaft can be installed with the correct alignment and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new structural and joint components, pre-balanced for installation. Part number 986-451 is built to replace the original rear driveline assembly on the listed Ram 3500 applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808211988661,"sku":"BKKY-986-451","price":1839.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986451_Fro.jpg?v=1784182782","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-451-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}