Dorman 986-587 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-587 Rear Drive Shaft for Explorer

The Dorman 986-587 drive shaft assembly is a direct replacement for the rear driveline on 1995-2001 Ford Explorer models. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, steel tubing, and universal joints already assembled for a straightforward service replacement.

Key Features

• Fits 1995-2001 Ford Explorer, rear
• Pre-balanced complete drive shaft assembly
• 100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints
• Steel shaft construction with 3.5 in. shaft diameter
• Compressed length: 63.875 in.
• Slip yoke end 1 and bolt-on end 2
• Standard replacement grade
• Part number 986-587

Detailed Description

Built for rear driveline service on the Ford Explorer, Dorman 986-587 replaces a worn or damaged driveshaft with a complete assembly that is balanced before shipment. The steel shaft measures 63.875 inches in compressed length and 0.083 in. wall thickness, with a 3.5 in. shaft diameter for a direct-fit replacement approach. This assembly includes universal joints and uses a slip yoke on one end with a bolt-on connection on the other, matching the listed application for 1995-2001 Ford Explorer rear driveline service. This part cross-references Ford OE numbers 4L5Z4602BA and 5L5Z4602G for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Vibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear driveshaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints
• Damage to the shaft tube or yokes after driveline wear
• Excess play in the rear driveline assembly
• Service replacement for a failed Ford Explorer rear driveshaft

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear application, compressed length, and end types before installation. Inspect the mating flange, slip yoke interface, and surrounding driveline components for wear before bolting in the replacement shaft. Because this assembly is pre-balanced, avoid altering the shaft or adding weight during installation. Confirm fitment against the vehicle’s year, make, model, and rear position before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this drive shaft as a standard replacement assembly with new yokes, tubes, and universal joints already installed. The pre-balanced design supports a cleaner replacement process for Ford Explorer rear driveline service, and the part number 986-587 is cataloged for the listed fitment.