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Dorman 986-919 Drive Shaft - Rear
Dorman 986-919 Rear Drive Shaft for Nissan D21
Dorman 986-919 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select 1986-1994 Nissan D21 trucks. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints already assembled for a direct replacement approach.
Key Features
- Complete drive shaft assembly for the rear position
- Pre-balanced for installation readiness
- 100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints
- Steel shaft construction with a 2.5 in. shaft diameter
- 68.75 in. compressed length and 0.083 in. wall thickness
- Slip yoke end on one side and bolt-on end on the other
- Pre-greased and phased at 0 degrees
- Standard replacement grade
Detailed Description
This Dorman drive shaft replacement is built for rear driveline service on the Nissan D21 and is listed for 1986-1994 model years. The assembly uses a steel shaft with a slip yoke end and a bolt-on end, along with a 68.75 in. collapsed length and 0.083 in. wall thickness. It is pre-greased, phased at 0 degrees, and supplied as a complete assembly to simplify driveline repair on the Nissan D21 rear application. This part number is 986-919.
This part cross-references Nissan OE numbers 37000S4101 and 37000S4103 for the same application.
What It Helps Fix
- Vibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear driveshaft
- Clunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints
- Driveline play caused by damaged yokes or shaft wear
- Service issues after a failed original rear drive shaft on a Nissan D21
- Fitment-related replacement needs for 1986-1994 Nissan D21 rear driveline service
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the compressed length, end types, and rear position before installation. Confirm the slip yoke and bolt-on connection points match the vehicle’s original driveline configuration. Because the assembly is pre-balanced and pre-greased, it is ready for installation once the mounting points are inspected and cleaned. For best results, check related driveline components for wear before installing the new shaft.
Quality Assurance
Dorman supplies this as a standard replacement drive shaft assembly built with all-new major components for the Nissan D21 rear application. The pre-balanced design and new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints support consistent driveline service on the listed vehicles.
| Brand | Dorman |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 986-919 |
| Compressed Length | 68.75 |
| 10920 | No |
| 10920 | Non |
| End 1 Type | Slip yoke |
| End 1 Type | Yugo deslizante |
| End 2 Type | Bolt on |
| End 2 Type | Con perno |
| Shaft Material | Acero |
| Shaft Material | Steel |
| Pre-Greased | Oui |
| Pre-Greased | Sí |
| Pre-Greased | Yes |
| Grease Fitting Included | No |
| Grease Fitting Included | Non |
| Universal Joints Included | Oui |
| Universal Joints Included | Sí |
| Universal Joints Included | Yes |
| CV Joints Included | No |
| CV Joints Included | Non |
| Axle Nut Included | No |
| Axle Nut Included | Non |
| Grade Type | Reemplazo estándar |
| Grade Type | Standard replacement |
| Shaft Diameter | 2.5 |
| Slip Yoke | Oui |
| Slip Yoke | Sí |
| Slip Yoke | Yes |
| Phase Degrees | 0 |
| Phased | Oui |
| Phased | Sí |
This part fits 9 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Transmission | Liters | Cylinders | Wheel Base | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Nissan | D21 | RWD | Automatic | 3.0L | V6 | 116.1" | Rear | |
| 1993 | Nissan | D21 | RWD | Automatic | 3.0L | V6 | 116.1" | Rear | |
| 1992 | Nissan | D21 | RWD | Automatic | 3.0L | V6 | 116.1" | Rear | |
| 1991 | Nissan | D21 | RWD | Automatic | 3.0L | V6 | 116.1" | Rear | |
| 1990 | Nissan | D21 | RWD | Automatic | 3.0L | V6 | 116.1" | Rear | |
| 1989 | Nissan | D21 | RWD | Automatic | 3.0L | V6 | 116.1" | Rear | |
| 1988 | Nissan | D21 | RWD | Automatic | 3.0L | V6 | 116.1" | Rear | |
| 1987 | Nissan | D21 | RWD | Automatic | 3.0L | V6 | 116.1" | Rear | |
| 1986 | Nissan | D21 | RWD | Automatic | 3.0L | V6 | 116.1" | Rear |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.