{"product_id":"dorman-986-666-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-666 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Drive Shaft for Mercedes-Benz 350SDL\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear application use on the 1990-1991 Mercedes-Benz 350SDL. Part number 986-666 is a complete replacement shaft that arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and CV joints included in the assembly design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement drive shaft assembly for rear fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes and tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversal joints included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e77 in. drive shaft length with 2.5 in. shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in. wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on end 1 and bolt-on end 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo slip yoke and no axle nut included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 986-666 is a rear drive shaft assembly for the Mercedes-Benz 350SDL, covering 1990-1991 models. It is engineered as a complete replacement solution with new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints, helping simplify driveline service on the Mercedes-Benz 350SDL rear driveline. The steel shaft measures 77 inches in compressed length and uses bolt-on ends for a straightforward replacement layout. This part cross-references Mercedes-Benz OE number 1264101716 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Drive Shaft Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues caused by damaged yokes or tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear driveline replacement needs on a Mercedes-Benz 350SDL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment-related downtime when the original shaft is no longer serviceable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear-position fitment before installation on 1990-1991 Mercedes-Benz 350SDL applications. Confirm overall length, bolt-on end configuration, and shaft dimensions against the original driveline assembly before removal. Because this is a complete drive shaft assembly, inspect mating components and driveline mounting points for wear before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a standard replacement assembly built with new structural and joint components for service replacement use. Part number 986-666 is intended to restore proper driveline function on the specified Mercedes-Benz 350SDL rear application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808217886901,"sku":"BKKY-986-666","price":1158.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986666_Sid.jpg?v=1784183725","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-666-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}