Front Wheel Seal for 1954 Studebaker 3R5 & More - SKF 17617

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MPN: 17617
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SKF Wheel Seal P/N:17617
SKF Wheel Seal P/N:17617
$8.99

Help keep lubricant in and dirt and water out at the front wheels of your classic Studebaker with the SKF wheel seal, part number 17617. It is cataloged for the front position and is a direct-fit replacement for the 1949-1953 Studebaker 2R5 and the 1954 Studebaker 3R5. Engine details are listed in the Buyer's Guide tab.

  • Dirt and water protection: designed to give superior protection against dirt and water at the wheel.
  • Cold drawn steel wire garter spring: the garter spring is made from cold drawn steel wire for superior fluid retention.
  • Deep drawn sheet steel case: the body is formed from deep drawn sheet steel, creating a rigid, stress-resistant metal case.
  • Tested for correct fit: produced with a high-quality, tested design and materials for correct fit.

SKF has long led in seal design and development. It invented the first integrated shaft seal in 1928 and has kept pioneering new designs and bonding techniques since then. Its seals are built to specific designs from premium materials, chosen so each seal has the right properties for its application and its environment.

Signs this part may need replacing: lubricant seeping around the wheel hub, lubricant on the inside of the wheel or on brake components, or a worn or damaged seal found during wheel bearing service. If a leaking wheel seal is the cause, the 17617 replaces it. Consult the vehicle service information for the correct installation procedure.

Interchange: 253-60
25360 · 08546HT · 70302 · 164172 · 175078 · 7500624 · GHO45998 · 850333M1 · 902708 · BP13166E · BP13899E · L1831C · 474018R91 · 661876R91 · 100412

This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:

08546HT, 70302, 164172, 175078, 7500624, GHO45998, 850333M1, 902708, BP13166E, BP13899E, L1831C, 474018R91, 661876R91, 100412, 253-60

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the SKF wheel seal 17617 do?

It seals the front wheel bearing area. It is designed to help keep lubricant in and dirt and water out.

Which vehicles does SKF 17617 fit?

It is listed in the front position for the 1949-1953 Studebaker 2R5 and the 1954 Studebaker 3R5. See the Buyer's Guide tab for engine details.

What is the SKF 17617 seal made of?

Its body is a metal case formed from deep drawn sheet steel. Its garter spring uses cold drawn steel wire for fluid retention.

What are signs a wheel seal may need replacing?

Common signs are lubricant seeping around the wheel hub, lubricant on the wheel or brake parts, or a damaged seal found during bearing service. Diagnose the cause before replacing.

Which part numbers does SKF 17617 interchange with?

It cross-references numbers including 253-60, 08546HT, 70302, BP13166E, BP13899E and 474018R91. See the Interchange line above for the full list.