Dorman 986-683 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-683 Rear Drive Shaft

The Dorman 986-683 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select 2018-2019 Ford F-150 models. It is pre-balanced and built for direct replacement, with new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints already assembled for installation.

Key Features

• Fits 2018-2019 Ford F-150, rear
• Complete drive shaft assembly for driveline replacement
• Pre-balanced for installation readiness
• 100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints
• Aluminum shaft construction
• Slip yoke end 1 and bolt-on end 2
• 79 in. compressed length and 79 in. drive shaft length
• 0-degree phasing and 0.125 in. wall thickness
• Pre-greased with universal joints included

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft, part number 986-683, is built as a standard replacement for rear driveline service on the Ford F-150. The aluminum shaft uses a slip yoke at one end and a bolt-on connection at the other, with a 5 in. shaft diameter and a 79 in. collapsed length. It is phased at 0 degrees and supplied pre-greased for service-ready handling. For shoppers searching for a rear drive shaft for 2018 Ford F-150 or 2019 Ford F-150 applications, this assembly provides a direct-fit replacement path. This part cross-references JL3Z4602V for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Vibration from a worn or out-of-balance driveshaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from worn joints
• Excess play caused by damaged yokes or shaft components
• Service issues from a bent or corroded rear drive shaft
• Fitment problems when replacing a damaged Ford F-150 rear driveshaft

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear application, compressed length, and flange-to-flange measurements before installation. Confirm the slip yoke and bolt-on end configuration matches the vehicle, and inspect mating driveline components for wear before reassembly. Because this assembly is pre-balanced, avoid altering the shaft or adding unapproved weights during service.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new major wear components already installed. The design focuses on restoring driveline service with the correct length, balance, and connection style for the listed Ford F-150 rear applications.