FAG SS2383 Wheel Seal - Rear

Wheel Seal for Rear Axle Service

FAG SS2383 is a rear wheel seal built for specific classic GM applications, including Pontiac Firebird, Pontiac GTO, Pontiac LeMans, Pontiac Tempest, Oldsmobile Cutlass, Buick Skylark, and Buick LeSabre models. It is engineered to help keep wheel end components protected from contamination while retaining grease at the bearing.

Key Features

• Metal and spring seal design for wheel end service
• Nitrile sealing material for sealing performance
• Bore diameter: 2.571 in. / 65.303 mm
• Seal outside diameter: 2.575 in. / 65.405 mm
• Seal width: 1.35 in. / 34.29 mm
• Rear position application for listed vehicles
• Cross-references National 8594S for the same application

Detailed Description

FAG SS2383 wheel seal is designed to meet vehicle-specific specifications for rear axle service. The seal uses a metal and spring construction with nitrile sealing material to help block dirt, dust, and moisture from entering the wheel end while helping prevent grease loss over the life of the bearing. This part number is used across multiple classic Pontiac and Oldsmobile applications, including rear wheel seal service on 1964-1970 Pontiac GTO, 1964-1970 Pontiac Tempest, 1964-1970 Pontiac LeMans, 1967-1969 Pontiac Firebird, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix, 1964-1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 1967-1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 1964-1967 Buick Skylark, and 1965 Buick LeSabre. FAG SS2383 is also referenced by BBB Industries 13492 and National 8594S.

What This Wheel Seal Helps Address

• Grease leakage at the rear wheel end
• Contamination from dirt, dust, and moisture
• Premature bearing wear caused by seal failure
• Noise or roughness related to compromised wheel end lubrication
• Seal replacement needs during rear axle service

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and rear axle configuration before ordering. This seal is application-specific, and some listings include notes such as first design or axle-ratio requirements. Measure the bore diameter, outside diameter, and seal width against the original part to confirm proper fit before installation.

Quality Assurance

FAG designs wheel seals using high-quality materials and application-specific specifications to match vehicle requirements. The seal construction is selected to support wheel end protection and grease retention in demanding service conditions.