{"product_id":"dorman-986-769-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-769 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Driveshaft for Ram 3500\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 986-769 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select 2013-2018 Ram 3500 applications. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to simplify replacement on the Ram 3500 rear driveline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear position applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 3.5 in. shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased with grease fittings included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhased design with 0 degree phase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable with 3 in. max slip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd 1 and End 2 are bolt-on connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft is built for rear driveline service on 2013-2018 Ram 3500 trucks. The assembly measures 107.4 in. collapsed length flange face to flange face and 108.9 in. drive shaft length, with a 0.95 in. wall thickness for the steel tube. Dorman 986-769 is engineered as a direct replacement style solution for Ram 3500 rear drive shaft service where a complete assembly is preferred over rebuilding individual components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Chrysler OE numbers 5146673AA and 5146673AB for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration from worn shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from failed universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues caused by damaged yokes or tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength or balance concerns after drive shaft wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear driveline replacement on Ram 3500 trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2013-2018 Ram 3500, rear. Verify flange-to-flange length, bolt-on end configuration, and driveline phasing before installation. Confirm the existing shaft dimensions and mounting style match the vehicle before replacing the original assembly. Because the unit is pre-greased and includes grease fittings, follow standard driveline service procedures and torque specifications during installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this as a standard replacement drive shaft assembly with new major wear components already installed. The pre-balanced construction and new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints support consistent fitment for the specified Ram 3500 rear application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808219656373,"sku":"BKKY-986-769","price":1289.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986769_Fro.jpg?v=1784184087","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-769-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}