{"product_id":"dorman-986-970-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-970 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-970 Drive Shaft for Ram\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 986-970 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Ram heavy-duty trucks. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, aluminum tubing, and new universal joints for a direct replacement on the specified Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear position applications\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\u003eAluminum shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke end 1 and bolt-on end 2 design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhased at 0 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length: 86.875 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft wall thickness: 0.125 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 2013 Ram 2500 and 2013-2018 Ram 3500 models with a 1-piece shaft assembly. The Dorman 986-970 uses an aluminum shaft, pre-greased components, and new universal joints to simplify replacement while matching the required length and configuration for the listed Ram applications. It is a direct-fit driveline solution for Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks that need a complete rear driveshaft assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Chrysler\/Mopar numbers 5146485AA and 5146485AB 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\u003eDriveline play caused by damaged yokes or shaft wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues on a 1-piece rear shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs after corrosion, impact, or fatigue in the original shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear fitment by year, model, and 1-piece shaft assembly configuration before installation. Confirm the compressed length of 86.875 in., slip yoke end 1, and bolt-on end 2 match the original driveline setup. Inspect flange and yoke interfaces, then torque fasteners to the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications during installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this assembly as a standard replacement driveline component with new yokes, tubes, and joints for the listed Ram applications. It is pre-balanced and ready to install for the specified fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808222015669,"sku":"BKKY-986-970","price":1151.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986970_Fro.jpg?v=1784184490","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-970-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}