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Dorman 986-742 Drive Shaft - Rear
Dorman 986-742 Rear Drive Shaft for Toyota Cressida
Dorman 986-742 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for 1985-1987 Toyota Cressida applications. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a slip yoke / bolt-on end configuration for a direct driveline replacement.
Key Features
- Fits 1985-1987 Toyota Cressida, rear
- Complete drive shaft assembly for driveline service
- Pre-balanced for smoother operation after installation
- 100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints
- Steel shaft construction with 3 in. shaft diameter
- Compressed length: 57.13 in.
- Pre-greased and phased at 0 degrees
- Slip yoke end 1 and bolt-on end 2
- Standard replacement grade
Detailed Description
This Dorman drive shaft is built for rear driveline replacement on the Toyota Cressida and is listed for 1985, 1986, and 1987 model years. The assembly uses steel construction, a 57.13 in. collapsed length, and a 0.65 in. wall thickness to match the specified application. Dorman 986-742 is supplied as a complete shaft assembly, which helps simplify replacement when the original shaft is worn, damaged, or out of balance. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 3710022440) for the same application.
What It Helps Fix
- Driveline vibration from a worn or unbalanced shaft
- Clunking or driveline noise from worn joints
- Excess play from damaged yokes or shaft components
- Failure caused by corrosion, fatigue, or impact damage
- Service issues on a rear Toyota Cressida drive shaft assembly
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify rear fitment before ordering: this part is listed for 1985-1987 Toyota Cressida, rear. Confirm the compressed length of 57.13 in., slip yoke end 1, bolt-on end 2, and 3 in. shaft diameter against the original shaft. Inspect mating driveline components, flange surfaces, and mounting points before installation. Because the assembly is pre-balanced and pre-greased, it is ready for installation once the vehicle-specific measurements and connection points are confirmed.
Quality Assurance
Dorman supplies this as a standard replacement drive shaft assembly with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a pre-balanced build for consistent driveline service. Part number 986-742 is engineered for the specified Toyota Cressida rear application and is backed by Dorman’s replacement-part manufacturing standards.
| Brand | Dorman |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 986-742 |
| Compressed Length | 57.13 |
| 10920 | No |
| 10920 | Non |
| End 1 Type | Slip yoke |
| End 1 Type | Yugo deslizante |
| End 2 Type | Bolt on |
| End 2 Type | Con perno |
| Shaft Material | Acero |
| Shaft Material | Steel |
| Pre-Greased | Oui |
| Pre-Greased | Sí |
| Pre-Greased | Yes |
| Grease Fitting Included | No |
| Grease Fitting Included | Non |
| Universal Joints Included | Oui |
| Universal Joints Included | Sí |
| Universal Joints Included | Yes |
| CV Joints Included | No |
| CV Joints Included | Non |
| Axle Nut Included | No |
| Axle Nut Included | Non |
| Grade Type | Reemplazo estándar |
| Grade Type | Standard replacement |
| Shaft Diameter | 3 |
| Slip Yoke | Oui |
| Slip Yoke | Sí |
| Slip Yoke | Yes |
| Phase Degrees | 0 |
| Phased | Oui |
| Phased | Sí |
This part fits 3 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Transmission | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Toyota | Cressida | RWD | Manual | Rear | |
| 1986 | Toyota | Cressida | RWD | Manual | Rear | |
| 1985 | Toyota | Cressida | RWD | Manual | Rear |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.