{"product_id":"dorman-986-971-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-971 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-971 Drive Shaft for Rear Axle Service\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 986-971 is a complete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline replacement on select Dodge Ram heavy-duty trucks. It is pre-balanced and built with 100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints for a direct replacement approach.\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, CV joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 4-inch shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke end on one side and universal joint end on the other\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length: 60.25 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft wall thickness: 0.083 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhased at 0 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft, part number 986-971, is built for rear driveline replacement on 1994-1995 Dodge Ram 2500 models with Sales Code DRD and 1995 Dodge Ram 3500 models with Sales Code DRL. The assembly uses steel tubing, comes pre-greased, and includes new yokes and joints to simplify service on worn or damaged driveline components. For buyers searching for a rear drive shaft for a 1994 Dodge Ram 2500 or a 1995 Dodge Ram 3500, 986-971 provides the specified length and configuration for the listed applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Solve\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration caused by a worn or out-of-balance drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues related to damaged slip yoke components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs after tube or joint wear in the rear driveline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment-specific repair for Dodge Ram 2500 and Dodge Ram 3500 rear axle applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify axle code and rear application before installation. This drive shaft is listed for 1994-1995 Dodge Ram 2500 rear with Sales Code DRD (Dana M60 HD\/248 mm rear axle) and 1995 Dodge Ram 3500 rear with Sales Code DRL (Dana M80 rear axle). Confirm the compressed length of 60.25 in. and the slip yoke\/universal joint end configuration match the original part before service. Professional driveline installation and final inspection are recommended for proper alignment and operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this assembly as a standard replacement driveline component with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints. The pre-balanced construction supports a straightforward replacement process for the specified Dodge Ram applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808222048437,"sku":"BKKY-986-971","price":714.07,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986971_Fro.jpg?v=1784184496","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-971-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}