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FAG SS2700 Differential Pinion Seal - Rear

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FAG SS2700 Differential Pinion Seal for Ford Thunderbird

The FAG SS2700 differential pinion seal is built for rear axle sealing performance on 1955-1956 Ford Thunderbird applications. It uses a nitrile sealing material with a metal, spring, and inner shell design to help maintain a secure seal at the pinion area.

Key Features

  • Part number SS2700 for direct reference and ordering
  • Fits 1955-1956 Ford Thunderbird, rear
  • Nitrile sealing material for dependable fluid sealing
  • Metal, spring, and inner shell seal construction
  • 3.000 in bore diameter and 3.005 in seal outside diameter
  • 1.625 in seal width for the specified axle application

Detailed Description

FAG SS2700 is a differential pinion seal engineered for the rear position on 1955-1956 Ford Thunderbird models. The seal construction combines a metal shell, spring, and inner shell with nitrile sealing material to support a precise fit at the pinion opening and help retain differential lubricant where it belongs. For buyers searching for a Ford Thunderbird rear differential pinion seal or FAG SS2700 replacement seal, this part matches the listed dimensions and application details for the specified vehicle fitment.

This part cross-references Four Seasons 16422 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

  • Differential fluid seepage at the pinion seal area
  • Contamination entry from dirt, dust, and moisture
  • Loss of lubricant around the rear axle pinion opening
  • Wear-related sealing issues on the Ford Thunderbird rear differential

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm bore diameter, seal outside diameter, and seal width before installation. Inspect the pinion surface for wear, scoring, or corrosion, since seal performance depends on a clean and properly prepared sealing surface. Verify rear axle application details against the vehicle before ordering the FAG SS2700.

Quality Assurance

FAG designs seals to meet vehicle manufacturer specifications and works with suppliers to maintain its quality standards. The SS2700 follows the listed application and dimensional requirements for the 1955-1956 Ford Thunderbird rear differential pinion seal.

BrandFAG
Part NumberSS2700
40531.625
405341.275
Seal TypeMetal; spring; inner shell
Sealing MaterialNitrile
Bore Diameter3
Bore Diameter76.2
Seal Outside Diameter3.005
Seal Outside Diameter76.327
Seal Width1.625
Seal Width12.7

This part fits 2 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelPositionNotes
1956FordThunderbirdRearSchaeffler Seal Global Number 413 2700 100
1955FordThunderbirdRearSchaeffler Seal Global Number 413 2700 100

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

164224132700100450539

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.