FAG SS2897 Drive Axle Shaft Seal - Front or Rear

FAG SS2897 Drive Axle Shaft Seal

The FAG SS2897 drive axle shaft seal is built for rear wheel-end sealing where contamination control and grease retention matter. It is a direct-fit style seal for select applications, including 1955-1956 Chevrolet Bel Air rear fitment, and it uses a nitrile sealing material with a rubber and spring seal design.

Key Features

• Drive axle shaft seal for wheel-end sealing applications
• Nitrile sealing material for durable sealing performance
• Rubber and spring seal type
• Bore diameter: 2.398 in / 60.909 mm
• Seal outside diameter: 2.402 in / 61.011 mm
• Seal width: 1.875 in / 47.625 mm
• Fits 1955-1956 Chevrolet Bel Air, rear

Detailed Description

FAG SS2897 is engineered to help protect wheel-end components from dirt, dust, and moisture while retaining grease at the bearing over time. The seal dimensions are specified for the application, with a 2.398-inch bore diameter, 2.402-inch outside diameter, and 1.875-inch width. For buyers searching for a rear axle shaft seal for 1955-1956 Chevrolet Bel Air models, SS2897 provides the dimensional and material details needed for a proper match. This part cross-references Gates 18550 and National 5458 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Grease loss at the wheel end
• Contamination from dirt, dust, and moisture
• Seal wear that can affect bearing protection
• Rear axle shaft sealing issues on select Chevrolet Bel Air applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify bore diameter, seal outside diameter, and seal width against the original seal before installation. Clean the seal bore and shaft surface thoroughly, and inspect the mating surfaces for scoring or corrosion that could affect sealing. Confirm rear position fitment for 1955-1956 Chevrolet Bel Air applications before assembly. The FAG SS2897 part number should be matched to the vehicle and axle configuration listed for the application.

Quality Assurance

FAG designs wheel seals to meet vehicle manufacturer specifications and works with suppliers to maintain FAG quality standards. The SS2897 is built around application-specific sealing requirements for wheel-end protection and grease retention.