SKF Wheel Seal P/N:18972
Keep wheel-end lubricant sealed in and road grime out with the SKF wheel seal 20975. This front wheel seal comes from the company that invented the first integrated shaft seal in 1928. It is a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications, including the 1951 GMC P252 and P253, the 1953-1959 GMC 300 and 370, the 1957-1959 GMC 250, and the 1960-1962 Chevrolet P30 Series. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list of GMC models, years and engine details.
SKF builds its seals to specific designs using premium materials chosen for both the application and its operating environment. SKF seals have been keeping lubricants in and contaminants out on the road for more than a hundred years.
A front wheel seal's lip contacts its mating surface to hold lubricant in the wheel bearing area and keep dirt and water out. Signs it may need replacing include:
If a worn seal is the cause of a leak, this part replaces it. Inspect the related bearing and sealing surface during the job.
Interchange: 290-97
29097 · 1465376 · 207017427 · 975920975 · 1419926 · 40973S · 145820975 · 84175 · 40973 · 5847 · N20975 · T40973
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
What does the SKF 20975 wheel seal do?
It seals the front wheel bearing area. It holds lubricant in while its seal lip helps keep dirt and water out.
Which vehicles does the SKF 20975 fit?
Listed applications include the 1953-1959 GMC 300 and 370, the 1957-1959 GMC 250, the 1960-1962 Chevrolet P30 Series and other GMC models. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
How is the SKF 20975 wheel seal constructed?
The body is deep drawn sheet steel, forming a rigid, stress-resistant metal case. The garter spring uses cold drawn steel wire for fluid retention.
What are signs a wheel seal may need replacing?
Grease or oil seeping from the back of the wheel, lubricant on brake parts, or a damaged seal lip may indicate a failing seal. Diagnose the cause before replacing.
Which part numbers does the SKF 20975 interchange with?
It interchanges with 290-97, 1465376, 207017427, 975920975, 1419926, 40973S, 145820975, 84175, 40973, 5847, N20975 and T40973.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.