{"product_id":"dorman-986-947-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-947 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-947 Drive Shaft for Ram 3500 DRW\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 986-947 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Ram 3500 dual rear wheel applications. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a slip yoke for a direct replacement approach on 2019-2023 Ram 3500 rear driveline service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear position service\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\u003eSlip yoke end and bolt-on end configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 3.5 in. shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased with grease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhased at 90 degrees for driveline alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for OE-style service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft is engineered for 2019-2023 Ram 3500 rear applications with dual rear wheels (DRW). The assembly measures 90.875 in. collapsed flange face to flange face, with a 91.875 in. drive shaft length and 0.095 in. wall thickness. It uses a slip yoke at one end and a bolt-on connection at the other, and it includes universal joints while CV joints are not included. For Ram 3500 driveline repair, part number 986-947 provides a complete replacement solution that reduces the need to rebuild individual shaft components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references OE numbers 68305662AC and 68508708AA for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play from damaged yokes or shaft tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues on Ram 3500 rear DRW driveline assemblies\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 rear-position fitment before ordering. Fits 2019-2023 Ram 3500, rear, w\/Dual Rear Wheels (DRW). Confirm flange-to-flange length, slip yoke engagement, and phased orientation during installation. Because this assembly is pre-balanced, avoid altering component orientation unless required by the vehicle setup. Part number 986-947 should be matched to the vehicle’s driveline configuration and OE reference numbers before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this assembly as a standard replacement driveline component built with new major wear parts and pre-balanced for service readiness. The design focuses on restoring driveline function with a complete shaft assembly rather than rebuilding worn individual pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808221425845,"sku":"BKKY-986-947","price":1189.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986947_Fro.jpg?v=1784184365","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-947-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}