{"product_id":"dorman-986-986-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-986 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-986 Rear Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear driveline service on 2019-2023 Ram 3500 applications. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, steel tubing, CV joints, and universal joints already assembled for a direct replacement approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2019-2023 Ram 3500, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 986-986 for driveline replacement lookup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced complete drive shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 3.5 in. shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length: 88.625 in.; drive shaft length: 89.125 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhased at 90 degrees with 1 in. max slip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on end 1 and end 2 design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased with grease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 986-986 is a rear drive shaft assembly for Ram 3500 trucks that need a complete driveline replacement. The assembly uses steel shaft material, a 0.095 in. wall thickness, and bolt-on ends for service on the rear position. It is phased and pre-greased, and it includes universal joints while the CV joints are not included in the assembly. This part cross-references OE numbers 68354331AB and 68354331AC for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues caused by damaged yokes or tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear shaft replacement needs after driveline wear or failure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment concerns when replacing the original Ram 3500 rear drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear-position fitment on 2019-2023 Ram 3500 trucks before installation. Confirm compressed length, flange-to-flange dimensions, and bolt-on end configuration against the original shaft. Inspect mating surfaces, fasteners, and driveline alignment during installation, and follow factory service procedures for torque and balance checks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman replacement drive shaft is supplied as a complete assembly and is pre-balanced for installation. It is built with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and steel construction to support a standard replacement for Ram 3500 rear driveline service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808222408885,"sku":"BKKY-986-986","price":1144.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986986_Fro.jpg?v=1784184571","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-986-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}