FAG SS4918 Wheel Seal - Front

FAG SS4918 Wheel Seal for Nissan 300ZX

The FAG SS4918 wheel seal is a front wheel end sealing component built for 1987-1989 Nissan 300ZX applications. It is engineered to help keep contamination out of the bearing area while retaining grease at the wheel end for consistent operation.

Key Features

• Part number: SS4918
• Wheel seal for front position applications
• Seal type: rubber, spring, auxiliary lip
• Sealing material: polyacrylate
• Bore diameter: 2.732 in. / 69.393 mm
• Seal outside diameter: 2.74 in. / 69.596 mm
• Seal width: 1.811 in. / 45.999 mm
• Built to meet vehicle manufacturer specifications for the listed application

Detailed Description

FAG SS4918 is a wheel seal designed for the front wheel end on the Nissan 300ZX from 1987 through 1989, with notes indicating use through 01/31/1989 for the listed application. The seal uses a rubber construction with a spring and auxiliary lip, along with polyacrylate sealing material, to support sealing performance at the bearing interface. For buyers searching for a front wheel seal for 1987-1989 Nissan 300ZX or a FAG SS4918 replacement wheel seal, this part matches the specified dimensions and application details.

This part cross-references Timken 710126 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Grease loss at the wheel bearing seal area
• Dirt and dust intrusion into wheel end components
• Moisture entering the bearing/seal interface
• Wear related to a damaged or leaking front wheel seal
• Noisy or contaminated wheel end service conditions

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify bore diameter, outside diameter, and seal width against the original seal before installation. Confirm front position fitment on the Nissan 300ZX and check the vehicle build date note for 01/31/1989 coverage. Clean the hub and bearing surfaces thoroughly before installing the new seal to help ensure proper seating and sealing.

Quality Assurance

FAG designs wheel seals to meet manufacturer specifications and works with suppliers to maintain its quality standards. The SS4918 is specified for the listed Nissan 300ZX front application and is built around the dimensional and material requirements shown above.