{"product_id":"dorman-986-459-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-459 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-459 Rear Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for direct replacement on select Ford F-150 rear applications. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and CV joints excluded as specified by the manufacturer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement drive shaft for rear driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for smoother operation after installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke end on one side and bolt-on end on the other\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e79.875 in. compressed length with 5 in. shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.125 in. wall thickness for standard replacement use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversal joints included; CV joints not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 2018-2020 Ford F-150, rear, 8.8 in. axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 986-459 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for 2018-2020 Ford F-150 models with an 8.8 in. axle. The aluminum shaft measures 79.875 in. in compressed length and uses a slip yoke end and a bolt-on end for the specified application. This standard replacement part is intended for driveline service where the original shaft has worn, bent, or developed vibration concerns. This part cross-references Ford OE numbers JL3Z4602AC and JL3Z4602K for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Drive Shaft Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration caused by a worn or out-of-balance shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise from damaged universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues from a bent or corroded original drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment problems when replacing a rear shaft on a Ford F-150 with an 8.8 in. axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoration of proper torque transfer between transmission and rear axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear axle configuration, shaft length, and end types before installation. This assembly is specified for 2018-2020 Ford F-150 rear applications with an 8.8 in. axle. Confirm driveline alignment and inspect related mounting points, seals, and companion components during replacement. Dorman 986-459 is supplied as a standard replacement assembly, so matching the vehicle configuration is essential for proper fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new yokes, tubes, and joints where specified in the manufacturer description. The part is pre-balanced to support consistent driveline operation after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808212250805,"sku":"BKKY-986-459","price":660.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986459_Fro.jpg?v=1784182837","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-459-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}