Dorman 986-573 rear drive shaft for the 1982-1985 Chevrolet Impala and other vehicles carries engine torque from the transmission to the rear axle. The Dorman drive shaft is a 1-piece steel assembly that replaces a worn or damaged shaft.
- Dorman OE Solutions line, standard replacement grade
- Drawn over mandrel (DOM) seamless steel tubing for concentricity, uniform wall thickness and torsional strength
- Dynamically pre-balanced
- All-new tubing and universal joints
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 986-573 drive shaft
- Fits: 1982-1985 Chevrolet Impala and other vehicles
- Position: Rear
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
A vibration that rises with speed, a clunk when you shift or accelerate, or a squeak from under the rear can mean the shaft or its universal joints are worn. A worn transmission mount, a tired rear axle bearing or out-of-balance tires can be behind similar symptoms too, so find the cause before buying.
Fits
The 1982-1985 Chevrolet Impala, the 1982-1996 Chevrolet Caprice and the 1991-1996 Buick Roadmaster all take this drive shaft, and so do other vehicles. If your car is not named here, look up its year and model in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Rear
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Shaft diameter: 3 in
- Length: 60 in
- Wall thickness: 0.083 in
- Overall length: not adjustable
Build and materials
- Construction: 1-piece assembly, dynamically pre-balanced
- Shaft material: Steel
- Universal joints: included
- Greaseable: No
- Grade: Standard replacement
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: United States
In the box
One drive shaft, assembled with its universal joints. This listing holds one drive shaft, and each vehicle takes one.
Installation notes
- Arrives fully assembled and ready to install on the specified vehicles.
Interchange: 07841078
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a drive shaft for the 1982-1985 Chevrolet Impala?
Yes. Dorman 986-573 is a rear drive shaft that fits the 1982-1985 Chevrolet Impala. For any other car, look up its year and model in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Does Dorman 986-573 work as a drive shaft for the 1982-1996 Chevrolet Caprice?
Yes. This rear drive shaft fits the 1982-1996 Chevrolet Caprice, and each car takes one.
What is the Dorman OE Solutions drive shaft made of?
The shaft is steel, made from drawn over mandrel (DOM) seamless steel tubing. It has a 3 in diameter and a 0.083 in wall.
Do the U-joints come installed on this 1-piece rear drive shaft?
Yes. Dorman 986-573 arrives fully assembled with its universal joints and is dynamically pre-balanced. This listing is one drive shaft.
How long is this rear drive shaft, and can its length be adjusted?
It is 60 in long, and the overall length is not adjustable.
