Dorman 986-473 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-473 Drive Shaft for Camaro

Dorman 986-473 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Chevrolet Camaro applications. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, steel tubing, constant velocity joints, and universal joints where specified by the design.

Key Features

• Complete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service
• Pre-balanced for direct replacement use
• 100% new yokes and tubes
• Steel shaft construction with a 2.5 in. shaft diameter
• 57.75 in. compressed drive shaft length
• 0.083 in. wall thickness
• Bolt-on end connections at both ends
• Universal joints included; CV joints not included
• Standard replacement grade
• Slip yoke not included

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft, part number 986-473, is built for rear applications on the Chevrolet Camaro and is listed for 2016-2017 Camaro rear, 2018-2019 Camaro rear except ID ABK8, and 2020-2021 Camaro rear. It is also a direct replacement for select OE numbers, including 22999283 and 23285500, for the same application. The assembly uses steel construction and bolt-on ends to simplify driveline replacement while maintaining the original-style fitment profile.

For shoppers searching for a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro rear drive shaft, a 2018-2019 Chevrolet Camaro rear driveshaft, or a 2016-2017 Chevrolet Camaro rear shaft replacement, Dorman 986-473 provides a vehicle-specific solution with the correct compressed length and mounting style. The design is intended for standard replacement service where the original shaft has worn joints, vibration, or balance issues.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Driveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints
• Damage to the original shaft tubing or yokes
• Fitment issues after OE shaft wear or failure
• Rear driveline service needs on Chevrolet Camaro models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear fitment by model year and note the 2018-2019 Camaro rear exception for ID ABK8 before ordering. Confirm the compressed length of 57.75 in., bolt-on end type, and shaft diameter match the original driveline configuration. Inspect companion flanges, mounting surfaces, and surrounding driveline components before installation to help ensure proper alignment and operation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this assembly as a standard replacement driveline component with new yokes, tubes, and joints for a complete service part. The pre-balanced design supports straightforward replacement on the specified Chevrolet Camaro applications.