Dorman 986-694 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-694 Drive Shaft for Ram 3500

Dorman 986-694 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Dodge Ram 3500 trucks with the 6-speed HD manual transmission. It arrives pre-balanced with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to simplify replacement and restore driveline function.

Key Features

• Complete drive shaft assembly for rear application
• Pre-balanced for installation readiness
• 100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints
• Steel shaft construction with 3.5 in. shaft diameter
• Slip yoke end on one side and universal joint end on the other
• Pre-greased with grease fitting included
• Phased at 0 degrees for proper driveline alignment
• Compressed length: 83.875 in.; drive shaft length: 85 in.

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for 1998-2002 Dodge Ram 3500 rear applications with Sales Code DEE and the 6-Speed HD Manual Transmission. The Dorman 986-694 uses a steel shaft with standard replacement grade construction, a 0.083 in. wall thickness, and a collapsed length of 83.875 in. to match the specified driveline setup. It is a direct-fit driveline service part for Ram 3500 trucks that need a replacement rear driveshaft assembly.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What This Drive Shaft Helps Address

• Driveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft
• Clunking or driveline noise caused by worn joints
• Loss of smooth power transfer to the rear axle
• Service issues related to damaged yokes or tubes
• Replacement needs after driveline wear or failure

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle is a 1998-2002 Dodge Ram 3500 rear application with Sales Code DEE and the 6-Speed HD Manual Transmission before ordering. Confirm the compressed length, slip yoke configuration, and phased orientation against the original shaft to ensure proper fitment. Inspect related driveline components during installation and torque all fasteners to factory specifications.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this assembly as a standard replacement driveline component with new internal and external wear parts already installed. The pre-balanced design and new component construction support consistent fitment and dependable service on the specified Dodge Ram 3500 applications.