Dorman 986-764 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-764 Drive Shaft for Subaru Legacy

Dorman 986-764 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for 1995-1999 Subaru Legacy models. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a slip yoke/bolt-on end configuration for direct driveline service.

Key Features

• Complete drive shaft assembly for rear application
• Pre-balanced for installation readiness
• 100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints
• Steel shaft construction with 2.5 in. shaft diameter
• Compressed length: 64.5 in.
• Phased at 0 degrees
• Pre-greased design
• Slip yoke end on one side and bolt-on end on the other
• Standard replacement grade
• Fits 1995-1999 Subaru Legacy, rear

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft replacement is built for Subaru Legacy rear driveline service and follows the original application dimensions closely, including a 64.5 in. collapsed length and 0.65 in. wall thickness. The assembly uses steel construction and includes universal joints already installed, while the slip yoke and bolt-on end design supports a straightforward replacement on the listed Legacy models. This part number 986-764 is also a direct reference point for driveline repair planning on 1995-1999 Subaru Legacy vehicles.

This part cross-references Subaru OE numbers 27031AC060 and 27031AC280 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Driveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints
• Excessive play caused by damaged yokes or shaft wear
• Loss of smooth power transfer to the rear driveline
• Service issues related to a bent or fatigued original drive shaft

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle is a 1995-1999 Subaru Legacy with rear drive shaft application before installation. Confirm overall length, end types, and flange-to-flange measurements against the original shaft, since driveline fitment depends on exact configuration. Inspect related mounting points and driveline components for wear before installing the new assembly. Part number 986-764 is pre-balanced and pre-greased, which helps streamline replacement on the listed Subaru Legacy applications.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this drive shaft as a standard replacement assembly with new structural and joint components. The pre-balanced design and new yokes, tubes, and universal joints support consistent driveline service for the specified Subaru Legacy fitment.