Dorman 986-771 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-771 Rear Drive Shaft

Dorman 986-771 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Lexus LX570 and Toyota Land Cruiser applications. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and CV joints excluded as specified by the part design.

Key Features

• Complete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service
• Pre-balanced for smoother operation after replacement
• 100% new yokes and tubes
• Universal joints included; CV joints not included
• Steel shaft construction with a 3.5 in shaft diameter
• Pre-greased with grease fitting included
• Bolt-on end 1 and bolt-on end 2 for direct replacement fitment
• Phased at 0 degrees with overall length adjustable
• Compressed length: 45.625 in; drive shaft length: 47.125 in

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft replacement is built for rear driveline service on 2008-2011 Lexus LX570, 2013-2015 Lexus LX570, 2010-2011 Toyota Land Cruiser, and 2013-2015 Toyota Land Cruiser applications. The assembly uses steel shaft material, standard replacement grade construction, and bolt-on connections at both ends to simplify service on the rear driveline. Part number 986-771 is also referenced for interchange with 3711060B00.

For buyers searching for a rear drive shaft for Lexus LX570 or Toyota Land Cruiser, this assembly provides the key service dimensions needed for a direct replacement approach. The shaft is pre-greased, includes a grease fitting, and is phased at 0 degrees. Package contents list one driveshaft assembly.

What It Helps Solve

• Vibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear driveshaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints
• Service issues caused by damaged yokes or tube wear
• Fitment problems when replacing a rear drive shaft on Lexus LX570 or Toyota Land Cruiser models
• Driveline repair needs where a complete rear driveshaft assembly is preferred

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear fitment by year, model, and application details before installation. Confirm the compressed length of 45.625 in and the drive shaft length of 47.125 in against the original part, and check flange and bolt-on connection points for proper alignment. Because the shaft is pre-balanced and phased, install it in the correct orientation to preserve driveline smoothness. This part fits 2008-2011 Lexus LX570, rear; 2013-2015 Lexus LX570, rear; 2010-2011 Toyota Land Cruiser, rear; and 2013-2015 Toyota Land Cruiser, rear.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures replacement driveline components to standard replacement specifications and supplies this assembly with new structural and joint components for service-ready installation. Part number 986-771 is built as a complete rear drive shaft assembly for the listed Lexus LX570 and Toyota Land Cruiser applications.