FAG SS2092 Wheel Seal - Front

FAG SS2092 Wheel Seal for Volkswagen Beetle

FAG SS2092 is a front wheel seal built for the 1968-1979 Volkswagen Beetle with the specified chassis break. It is engineered to help keep wheel end components protected from dirt, dust, and moisture while retaining grease at the bearing.

Key Features

• Wheel seal for front wheel end service
• Nitrile sealing material for durable sealing performance
• Rubber seal with spring and auxiliary lip design
• Bearing inside diameter: 1.375 in. / 34.925 mm
• Bore diameter: 2.049 in. / 52.045 mm
• Seal outside diameter: 2.056 in. / 52.222 mm
• Seal width: 1.575 in. / 8.992 mm
• Cross-references National 1217 and SKF 550247 for the same application

Detailed Description

This FAG SS2092 wheel seal is specified for front use on the Volkswagen Beetle from 1968-1979, from chassis #118-857-240. The seal dimensions are matched to the application, with a 1.375-inch bearing inside diameter, 2.049-inch bore diameter, and 1.575-inch width. FAG designs wheel seals to meet vehicle manufacturer specifications and to protect the wheel end from contamination while helping preserve bearing grease over the service life of the bearing. For Volkswagen Beetle front wheel seal replacement, SS2092 provides the dimensional fit and sealing profile required for this application.

What It Helps Address

• Grease loss at the wheel bearing
• Dirt and dust intrusion into the wheel end
• Moisture entering the bearing area
• Seal wear from age and heat cycling
• Front wheel end service on a Volkswagen Beetle

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the chassis break, bearing inside diameter, bore diameter, seal outside diameter, and seal width before installation. Clean the hub and bearing surfaces thoroughly, and inspect the bearing and related components for wear before installing the new seal. Confirm front position and application details for the 1968-1979 Volkswagen Beetle before assembly.

Quality Assurance

FAG manufactures wheel seals to meet vehicle manufacturer specifications using quality-controlled materials and supplier-designed sealing standards. SS2092 is built for the demands of wheel end sealing in this Volkswagen Beetle application.