FAG SS3081 Wheel Seal - Front

Wheel Seal for Ford Front Axles

The FAG SS3081 wheel seal is built for front wheel-end service on select Ford F-250 and Ford F-350 applications. It is designed to help keep contamination out of the bearing area while retaining grease for dependable wheel-end operation.

• Seal outside diameter: 3.005 in. / 76.327 mm
• Seal width: 0.310 in. / 7.87 mm
• Shaft diameter: 2.063 in. / 52.4 mm
• Material dust lip: Nitrile
• Type of construction: FM - Schaeffler, Metal

Application Details

FAG SS3081 is a front wheel seal engineered to meet vehicle manufacturer specifications for the listed Ford truck applications. The metal construction and nitrile dust lip are selected to help protect wheel-end components from dirt, dust, and moisture while supporting grease retention over bearing life. This part cross-references Gates 20608 for the same application.

Compatible With 1975 Ford F-250, front; 1973-1974 Ford F-250, front; 1968-1972 Ford F-250, front; 1966-1972 Ford F-250, front; 1972-1975 Ford F-350, front; 1957-1971 Ford F-350, front.

What It Helps Address

• Grease loss at the wheel end
• Contamination from road dirt and dust
• Moisture intrusion around the bearing area
• Wear related to damaged or leaking front wheel seals
• Service issues on Ford F-250 and Ford F-350 front hubs

Installation Notes

Verify seal dimensions before installation, including outside diameter, shaft diameter, and width. Confirm the vehicle’s brake and chassis configuration against the listed notes, especially on Ford F-250 and Ford F-350 front applications with disc brakes, drum brakes, dual piston calipers, or chassis and serial number breakpoints. Clean the hub and spindle surfaces thoroughly and inspect the bearing and sealing surfaces for wear before assembly.

Quality Assurance

FAG wheel seals are manufactured to Schaeffler quality standards using application-specific materials and construction. The SS3081 is designed around demanding wheel-end sealing requirements for the listed Ford truck fitments.