{"product_id":"dorman-986-951-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-951 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-951 Rear Drive Shaft for Ford F-250 Super Duty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dorman 986-951 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Ford F-250 Super Duty trucks. It arrives pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and CV joints to simplify replacement on the rear driveline.\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, constant velocity joints, and universal joints\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\u003eBolt-on end 1 and bolt-on end 2 design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhased at 90 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length: 106.625 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft length: 107.625 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft is built for 2017-2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty rear driveline service and matches the needs of trucks requiring a bolt-on replacement assembly. The steel shaft uses a 0.083 in wall thickness, a 1 in max slip, and an overall length that supports the listed rear fitment. Part number 986-951 is a direct replacement-style solution for restoring driveline function on the Ford F-250 Super Duty, rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Ford OE numbers HC3Z4R602EG and HC3Z4R602H for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of smooth power transfer to the rear axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues caused by damaged yokes or shaft tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs after driveline wear or corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify flange-to-flange length, compressed length, and rear position before installation. Confirm the 90-degree phasing and bolt-on end configuration match the original driveline setup on your Ford F-250 Super Duty. Inspect mating surfaces and driveline hardware condition during service, and follow factory torque specifications during installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman builds this assembly as a standard replacement drive shaft with new core components and pre-balanced construction for consistent fit and function. Part number 986-951 is engineered for the listed rear applications on 2017-2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty trucks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808221524149,"sku":"BKKY-986-951","price":852.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986951_Fro.jpg?v=1784184386","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-951-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}