National 291295 Wheel Seal - Front Inner

National 291295 Wheel Seal Overview

National 291295 is a felt wheel seal for front inner applications that require a precise seal at the shaft and housing bore. It is built for vehicles using a 1.843 in. shaft diameter and a 2.400 in. housing bore, with a compact 0.235 in. width for the specified fitment.

Compatible With 1961-1968 Pontiac front inner wheel seal applications, including Bonneville, Catalina, Grand Prix, LeMans, and Tempest. This National 291295 seal also cross-references Wix 46284 for the same application.

Key Features

• Part number: National 291295
• Wheel seal / oil seal construction
• Felt sealing material
• Inside diameter: 1.843 in. / 46.810 mm
• Outside diameter: 2.404 in. / 61.060 mm
• Housing bore: 2.400 in. / 60.960 mm
• Width: 0.235 in. / 5.970 mm
• Front inner position fitment

Detailed Description

National 291295 is part of National’s 290000 series sealing line and is engineered around the listed shaft, bore, and width dimensions for accurate wheel-end sealing. The felt material and dimensional profile support proper sealing at the front inner wheel position on select Pontiac models, including 1961-1963 Tempest and 1962-1968 Bonneville, Catalina, and Grand Prix, plus 1963 LeMans. Use the part number 291295 when matching the seal to the application and verifying dimensions during service.

Common Problems This Seal Helps Address

• Wheel-end lubricant leakage at the seal area
• Contamination entering the hub or bearing area
• Wear-related sealing loss from an aged wheel seal
• Incorrect seal sizing during front inner service
• Noise or service issues caused by compromised sealing surfaces

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm shaft diameter, housing bore, and width before installation. Inspect the sealing surface, hub, and surrounding components for wear or damage, and replace any parts that prevent the seal from seating correctly. Verify front inner placement and compare the old seal to National 291295 before assembly.

Quality Assurance

National has supplied sealing solutions for more than 75 years and continues to develop sealing components for current and classic vehicle applications. The 291295 wheel seal reflects that focus on dimensional accuracy and application-specific fitment.