{"product_id":"dorman-986-898-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-898 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Drive Shaft for Ford F-150\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear applications on the 2015-2017 Ford F-150 with an 8.8 in. axle. Part number 986-898 is a direct replacement style solution for drivers needing a pre-balanced driveline assembly with the major wear components already assembled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2015-2017 Ford F-150, rear, 8.8 in. axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and CV joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke end on one side and bolt-on end on the other\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length: 56.75 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaft diameter: 3 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWall thickness: 0.083 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhased at 0 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased and standard replacement grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 986-898 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for Ford F-150 trucks that need a replacement driveline matched to the listed 8.8 in. axle application. The assembly uses a steel shaft with a 56.75 in. compressed length, a 3 in. diameter, and 0.083 in. wall thickness. It is pre-balanced, pre-greased, and configured with a slip yoke end and a bolt-on end for straightforward replacement of the original driveline setup. This part cross-references Ford OE number FL3Z4602B for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage to the original shaft tubes or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play or rough operation in the rear driveline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs after shaft wear, corrosion, or impact damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify axle configuration, flange style, and overall length before installation. This drive shaft is listed for rear 2015-2017 Ford F-150 models with an 8.8 in. axle, so confirm the vehicle matches that application before ordering. Inspect mating surfaces, driveline angles, and related mounts during replacement to help ensure proper fit and smooth operation. Part number 986-898 should be matched to the vehicle’s original driveline specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this assembly as a complete replacement driveline with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and CV joints, then pre-balances it for installation readiness. The part is built as a standard replacement for the listed Ford F-150 application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808220344501,"sku":"BKKY-986-898","price":367.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986898_Fro.jpg?v=1784184179","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-898-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}