Dorman 986-905 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-905 Drive Shaft for Jeep Wrangler

Dorman 986-905 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select 2004-2006 Jeep Wrangler applications. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints already assembled for a direct replacement workflow.

Key Features

• Complete drive shaft assembly for rear position use
• Pre-balanced for installation readiness
• 100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints
• Steel shaft construction with 2-inch shaft diameter
• Pre-greased with grease fitting included
• Phased design with 0-degree phase
• Overall length adjustable; compressed length 24.5 in
• Drive shaft length 26 in and wall thickness 0.120 in

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft is built as a standard replacement for Jeep Wrangler rear driveline service. It uses a universal joint on one end and a bolt-on connection on the other, with no slip yoke and a maximum slip of 3. The assembly is pre-greased and includes CV joints and universal joints, helping simplify replacement of a worn or damaged rear driveshaft on 2004-2006 Jeep Wrangler models. Part number 986-905 is a practical option when you need a complete rear driveshaft assembly for Jeep Wrangler service work.

Compatible With 2004-2006 Jeep Wrangler, rear, use only with slip yoke eliminator kit. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Solve

• Vibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear driveshaft
• Noise caused by failing universal joints or CV joints
• Driveline play from damaged yokes or shaft components
• Service delays when rebuilding individual shaft parts is not practical
• Fitment issues on Jeep Wrangler rear driveline setups requiring a slip yoke eliminator kit

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear application fitment before installation. This drive shaft is specified for 2004-2006 Jeep Wrangler rear use only with a slip yoke eliminator kit. Confirm compressed length, flange interface, and driveline geometry before final tightening. Because the assembly is pre-balanced, avoid disassembly before installation unless the driveline setup requires inspection or adjustment.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this assembly as a complete replacement driveline component with new tubes, yokes, CV joints, and universal joints. The pre-balanced construction and pre-greased setup support consistent service replacement for Jeep Wrangler rear driveline repairs.