Centric 417.68008 Drive Axle Shaft Seal - Rear or Rear Inner

Centric Drive Axle Shaft Seal for Rear Inner Applications

Centric 417.68008 is a premium drive axle shaft seal for rear inner applications where lubricant retention and contamination control are critical. It is built for vehicles such as the Jeep J20 and Chevrolet C20 Suburban, K20 Suburban, C10 Suburban, and K10 Suburban with the listed rear axle configurations.

Key Features

• Inside diameter: 2.375 in. / 60.33 mm
• Outside diameter: 3.876 in. / 98.45 mm
• Width: 0.468 in. / 11.890 mm
• Helps retain grease or oil while keeping contaminants out of the bearing area
• Fits rear inner and rear positions shown in the application data
• Centric Premium Axle Shaft, Hub & Wheel Seals product line

Detailed Description

Centric 417.68008 is a grease/oil seal used in driveline and axle sealing applications. Its dimensions are specified for a precise fit at the axle shaft, hub, or wheel sealing point, helping maintain lubricant separation and reduce contamination at the bearing interface. This seal is listed for 1974-1988 Jeep J20, rear inner, and for select Chevrolet Suburban applications including 1968-1972 C20 Suburban rear inner, 1968-1972 K20 Suburban rear inner, 1967-1969 C10 Suburban rear, and 1968-1969 K10 Suburban rear. For buyers searching for a rear inner axle shaft seal for Jeep J20 or a Dana 60-1 full floating rear end driveshaft seal for Chevrolet Suburban models, this part number is the direct reference.

The Centric Premium Axle Shaft, Hub & Wheel Seals line focuses on sealing bearings, retaining lubricants, and separating fluids or gases where needed. Part number 417.68008 is a practical choice when replacing a worn axle seal on older Jeep and Chevrolet driveline assemblies. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Problems This Seal Can Address

• Gear oil or grease leakage at the axle shaft seal area
• Contamination entering the bearing or hub sealing surface
• Wet brake or driveline components caused by seal failure
• Noise or wear related to lubricant loss at the rear axle
• Service issues on rear inner axle seal locations in Jeep J20 and Chevrolet Suburban applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the seal dimensions before installation: 2.375 in. inside diameter, 3.876 in. outside diameter, and 0.468 in. width. Confirm axle type and position against the vehicle listing, especially on Chevrolet applications noted as Dana 60-1 full floating rear end driveline seals. Clean the bore and shaft sealing surface thoroughly before pressing in the new seal, and inspect the mating surface for grooves or wear that could affect sealing performance.

Quality Assurance

Centric Premium Axle Shaft, Hub & Wheel Seals are engineered for bearing protection, lubricant retention, and contamination control in driveline sealing applications. Part number 417.68008 is built to the dimensional and application requirements listed above for Jeep J20 and Chevrolet Suburban fitments.