{"product_id":"dorman-986-953-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-953 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-953 Rear Drive Shaft for Lexus LS400\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 986-953 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for 1990-1994 Lexus LS400 models. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints to simplify replacement and restore driveline function.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1990-1994 Lexus LS400, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for direct replacement service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 2.5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length: 56.5 in; drive shaft length: 57.5 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for rear driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 986-953 for catalog and fitment lookup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear driveline replacement on the Lexus LS400 and is engineered around the listed fitment for 1990-1994 vehicles. The assembly uses steel construction, bolt-on ends, and a pre-greased design, with universal joints included and no slip yoke, grease fitting, CV joints, or axle nut included. With a 0.083 in wall thickness and 1 in maximum slip, it provides the dimensional setup needed for a direct driveline service on the Lexus LS400 rear application. The Dorman 986-953 is a practical choice when replacing a worn or damaged rear driveshaft and when a complete assembly is preferred over rebuilding individual components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 3710050021) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\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 failed joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play caused by worn yokes or shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage to the original shaft tube or driveline assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService needs on a 1990-1994 Lexus LS400 rear driveline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify flange-to-flange and yoke-to-flange measurements before installation to confirm the 56.5 in collapsed length and 57.5 in overall drive shaft length match the vehicle. Inspect mounting surfaces, driveline alignment, and companion components before bolting the assembly in place. Because this is a rear application for the Lexus LS400, confirm the vehicle’s rear driveline configuration and compare the original shaft dimensions to the replacement part number 986-953.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this assembly as a standard replacement driveline component with new major wear parts already installed and pre-balanced for service readiness. The design focuses on restoring driveline operation with a complete assembly rather than rebuilding the original shaft.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808221556917,"sku":"BKKY-986-953","price":677.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986953_FRO.jpg?v=1784184393","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-953-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}