Dorman 986-976 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-976 Rear Drive Shaft for Ram 2500

Dorman 986-976 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select 2014-2018 Ram 2500 applications. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to simplify replacement on the Ram 2500 rear driveline.

Key Features

• Complete drive shaft assembly for rear position applications
• Pre-balanced for installation readiness
• 100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints
• Steel shaft construction with 3.5 in shaft diameter
• Slip yoke end 1 and bolt-on end 2 configuration
• Pre-greased with grease fitting included
• Phased at 90 degrees with 1 in maximum slip
• Standard replacement grade for direct driveline service
• Compressed length: 93.875 in; drive shaft length: 94.875 in

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft is built for rear driveline service on 2014-2018 Ram 2500 trucks. The assembly uses steel tubing with a 0.095 in wall thickness and arrives pre-balanced to reduce the setup work normally associated with driveline replacement. With a slip yoke at one end and a bolt-on connection at the other, it is configured for direct replacement in the specified Ram 2500 rear application. Part number 986-976 also cross-references Chrysler/Mopar 68235636AA for the same application.

What This Drive Shaft Helps Address

• Vibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear driveshaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints
• Binding or looseness caused by damaged yokes or shaft components
• Service issues from a bent, corroded, or fatigued steel shaft
• Replacement needs after driveline wear on Ram 2500 rear applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify compressed length, flange-to-flange measurements, and end types before installation. This assembly is phased at 90 degrees and includes a slip yoke, so alignment should match the original driveline configuration. Confirm rear-position fitment for 2014-2018 Ram 2500 trucks and inspect related driveline mounting points, seals, and companion components during service. Part number 986-976 should be matched to the vehicle’s original application data before installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this drive shaft as a standard replacement assembly with new core components and pre-balanced construction for the listed Ram 2500 fitment. The design focuses on restoring driveline service with a complete assembly rather than rebuilding worn parts.