{"product_id":"dorman-986-983-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-983 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-983 Drive Shaft for Ram 3500\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dorman 986-983 drive shaft is a complete replacement assembly for rear driveline service on select Ram 3500 trucks. It arrives pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to simplify replacement on the specified applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear position service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation on the listed applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 3.5 in. shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased with grease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on end 1 and bolt-on end 2 design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhased at 90 degrees with 1 in. max slip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length: 82 in.; drive shaft length: 83 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Product Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt for rear driveline replacement on 2007-2010 Dodge Ram 3500 and 2011-2012 Ram 3500 trucks, this Dorman 986-983 drive shaft is engineered as a direct-fit assembly for the listed vehicles. The steel shaft uses a 0.095 in. wall thickness, bolt-on ends, and a phased design to match the original driveline layout. This part cross-references OE numbers 52853217AA and 52853217AB for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Ram 3500 owners searching for a rear drive shaft replacement, Dorman 986-983 provides a complete assembly approach that reduces the need to rebuild individual driveline components. It is listed for 2007-2012 Ram 3500 rear applications and is intended for vehicles that match the fitment details shown below.\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 worn universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage to the shaft tube or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play caused by driveline wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService needs on a rear drive shaft for Ram 3500 trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify compressed length, flange-to-flange length, and rear position before installation. Confirm bolt-on end style, phased orientation, and the vehicle’s original driveline configuration on 2007-2010 Dodge Ram 3500 and 2011-2012 Ram 3500 models. Inspect mating surfaces and driveline hardware condition during service, and follow factory torque specifications during installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete standard replacement assembly with new driveline components and pre-balanced construction for the listed applications. The part is built to match the specified fitment and dimensional requirements for rear Ram 3500 service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808222376117,"sku":"BKKY-986-983","price":1062.67,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986983_Fro.jpg?v=1784184564","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-983-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}