{"product_id":"dorman-986-945-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-945 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-945 Drive Shaft for Ram 1500\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 986-945 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select 2014-2018 Ram 1500 models with a 2-piece shaft assembly. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints where applicable to the assembly design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 3.5 in. shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke end 1 and bolt-on end 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased with grease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhased at 90 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable; compressed length 86.5 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear driveline service on Ram 1500 trucks that use the 2-piece shaft configuration. Part number 986-945 is engineered as a direct replacement for the original assembly, helping restore driveline function with a pre-balanced steel shaft, slip yoke connection, and bolt-on rear end. It cross-references OE numbers 52123805AA and 52123805AB for the same application. For Ram 1500 owners searching for a rear drive shaft replacement, Dorman 986-945 provides a complete assembly solution with standard replacement construction and adjustable overall length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or out-of-balance driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of smooth power transfer through the rear driveline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment issues caused by damaged yokes or shaft tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService problems on Ram 1500 rear 2-piece shaft assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2014-2018 Ram 1500, rear, 2 Piece Shaft Assembly. Verify compressed length, flange-to-flange dimensions, and end types before installation to confirm the correct driveline configuration. The shaft is pre-greased and includes a grease fitting, and the phased design should be matched to the vehicle’s original driveline orientation during installation. Confirm the rear application and OE reference numbers 52123805AA or 52123805AB when ordering Dorman 986-945.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a standard replacement assembly built with new steel components and pre-balanced construction for service-ready installation. The design focuses on restoring original driveline geometry and function for select Ram 1500 rear applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808221393077,"sku":"BKKY-986-945","price":1008.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986945_Fro.jpg?v=1784184357","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-945-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}