Dorman - OE Solutions Drive Shaft P/N:986-986
Send power smoothly from the transmission to the rear axle with the Dorman - OE Solutions Rear 2-Piece Steel Driveshaft Assembly 986-774. It's a direct-fit replacement for the 1977-1981 Mercedes-Benz 280E [All], arriving fully assembled and dynamically pre-balanced so it drops in for a fast, hassle-free installation.
This rear assembly measures 60.25 in overall (59.25 in collapsed) with a 2.5 in shaft diameter, a 0.065 in wall thickness, and 1 in of adjustable slip. It comes pre-greased; a grease fitting and axle nut are not included, and it is not greaseable. Country of origin: United States.
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What vehicle does this driveshaft fit?
It's a direct-fit rear driveshaft for the 1977-1981 Mercedes-Benz 280E [All]. Confirm the details for your exact vehicle in the Buyer's Guide tab before ordering.
Does it arrive ready to install?
Yes. This 2-piece assembly ships fully assembled and dynamically pre-balanced with bolt-on ends, so it's ready for a fast installation.
What is the driveshaft made from?
It's built from drawn-over-mandrel (DOM) seamless steel tubing for strong concentricity, uniform wall thickness, and greater torsional strength and dent resistance than standard welded steel.
What are the key dimensions?
Overall length is 60.25 in (59.25 in collapsed), with a 2.5 in shaft diameter, a 0.065 in wall thickness, and 1 in of adjustable slip.
Does it need greasing and what's included?
It ships pre-greased with new yokes and universal joints. A grease fitting and axle nut are not included, and it is not designed to be greaseable.
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