Dorman 986-982 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-982 Rear Drive Shaft for Ram 3500

Dorman 986-982 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select 2013-2018 Ram 3500 applications. It arrives pre-balanced and assembled with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to simplify replacement on the rear driveline.

Key Features

• Fits 2013-2018 Ram 3500, rear
• Complete drive shaft assembly for direct replacement service
• Pre-balanced for installation readiness
• 100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints
• Steel shaft construction with 3.5 in. shaft diameter
• Phased at 90 degrees
• Compressed length: 94.25 in.; drive shaft length: 95.25 in.
• Pre-greased with grease fitting included
• Bolt-on end 1 and end 2 types
• Standard replacement grade

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft replacement is built for rear driveline service on Ram 3500 trucks from 2013 through 2018. The assembly uses steel construction, a 0.095 in. wall thickness, and a phased design to match the application requirements. With a collapsed length of 94.25 in. and overall adjustable length, it supports the specified rear fitment while reducing the need to rebuild worn driveline components individually. Part number 986-982 also cross-references OE numbers 5146503AA and 5146503AB for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Driveline vibration from worn or out-of-balance shaft components
• Clunking or noise from worn universal joints
• Service issues caused by damaged yokes or tubes
• Rear shaft replacement needs on Ram 3500 trucks
• Fitment-related downtime when the original shaft assembly is no longer serviceable

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear application fitment before installation on your Ram 3500. Confirm flange-to-flange length, compressed length, and bolt-on end configuration against the original shaft. Because this assembly is pre-balanced and pre-greased, it is ready for installation once the vehicle-specific measurements and mounting points are confirmed. Part number 986-982 should be matched to the rear driveline position only.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this as a standard replacement drive shaft assembly built from all-new major components for consistent serviceability and fitment accuracy.