Dorman 986-687 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-687 Drive Shaft for Rear Applications

Dorman 986-687 is a complete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service on select Chevrolet applications. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, steel tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints where specified by the assembly design.

Key Features

• Complete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline replacement
• Pre-balanced for installation without additional balancing steps
• 100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints
• Steel shaft construction with a 3.5 in. shaft diameter
• Slip yoke end on one side and universal joint end on the other
• Pre-greased design for service-ready installation
• Standard replacement grade for direct driveline service
• Compressed length: 67 in.; drive shaft wall thickness: 0.083 in.
• Phased at 0 degrees; overall length is not adjustable

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft assembly, part number 986-687, is built for rear driveline replacement on 1978-1987 Chevrolet El Camino and 1982-1983 Chevrolet Malibu models. It is a 67-inch drive shaft with a slip yoke end and a universal joint end, using steel construction and a pre-balanced design to simplify replacement. The assembly is pre-greased and includes universal joints, while grease fittings, CV joints, and axle nuts are not included. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 7828518) for the same application.

What This Drive Shaft Helps Address

• Vibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear drive shaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from worn joints or yokes
• Driveline service needs after shaft tube or joint wear
• Replacement of a damaged rear driveshaft on Chevrolet El Camino or Malibu
• Fitment-specific repair for 1978-1987 Chevrolet El Camino, rear, and 1982-1983 Chevrolet Malibu, rear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the 67 in. compressed length, slip yoke configuration, rear position, and phased 0-degree setup before installation. Confirm the vehicle application matches 1978-1987 Chevrolet El Camino, rear, or 1982-1983 Chevrolet Malibu, rear. Inspect related driveline components and mounting points during service to ensure proper alignment and smooth operation. Dorman 986-687 is a direct replacement-style assembly, so accurate vehicle identification is important before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this assembly as a complete, pre-balanced driveline component with new major wear parts included in the design. The standard replacement construction and service-ready configuration support consistent fitment for the listed Chevrolet applications.