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National 455860 Wheel Seal - Rear Inner
National 455860 Wheel Seal for Rear Inner Axles
National 455860 is a wheel seal built for rear inner axle service on select Jeep and Chevrolet trucks and SUVs. It uses nitrile sealing material and precise inch and metric dimensions to support a proper housing and shaft fit in the axle assembly.
Key Features
- Wheel seal / oil seal for driveline and axle sealing applications
- Inside diameter: 2.375 in. / 60.330 mm
- Outside diameter: 3.881 in. / 98.580 mm
- Housing bore: 3.876 in. / 98.450 mm
- Width: 0.468 in. / 11.890 mm
- Nitrile material for sealing performance in axle service
- National 455860 series 450000, Type 45
Detailed Description
This National wheel seal is specified for rear inner positions on 1974-1988 Jeep J20 and 1967-1972 Chevrolet C20 Suburban and K20 Suburban models with Spicer 60-1 axle applications. The seal dimensions are listed in both inch and metric units, including a 2.375-inch shaft size and 3.881-inch outside diameter, which helps confirm fitment during axle rebuild or seal replacement work. National 455860 is also referenced by cross numbers such as FEL-PRO 35697 and Centric Parts 417.68008 for the same application.
What It Is Used For
- Replacing a worn rear inner wheel seal on Jeep J20 rear axle assemblies
- Servicing Chevrolet C20 Suburban rear inner axle seals with Spicer 60-1 axle
- Servicing Chevrolet K20 Suburban rear inner axle seals with Spicer 60-1 axle
- Addressing axle oil seepage at the wheel end
- Restoring sealing at the housing bore and shaft interface
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the shaft diameter, housing bore, and seal width before installation. Clean the axle housing and seal seat thoroughly, and inspect the shaft surface for wear or scoring that could affect sealing. Confirm rear inner position and axle configuration against the vehicle application before assembly. For search relevance, this part is commonly sought as a Jeep J20 rear inner wheel seal and as a Chevrolet C20 Suburban or K20 Suburban rear inner axle seal.
Quality Assurance
National has supplied sealing solutions for more than 75 years and continues to develop sealing products for modern vehicle service needs. Part number 455860 is built to National’s sealing standards for axle and wheel-end applications.
| Brand | National |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 455860 |
| Housing Bore (Inch) | 3.876 |
| Housing Bore (MM) | 98.450 |
| Inside Diameter | 2.375 |
| Inside Diameter | 60.330 |
| Material | Nitrile |
| Outside Diameter | 3.881 |
| Outside Diameter | 98.580 |
| Outside Diameter (Inch) | 3.881 |
| Outside Diameter (mm) | 98.580 |
| Part Description | Oil Seal |
| Series | 450000 |
| Shaft (Inch) | 2.375 |
| Shaft (MM) | 60.330 |
| Type | 45 |
| Unit of Dimension | Inch |
| Width (Inch) | 0.468 |
| Width (mm) | 11.890 |
This part fits 27 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Jeep | J20 | Rear Inner | |
| 1987 | Jeep | J20 | Rear Inner | |
| 1986 | Jeep | J20 | Rear Inner | |
| 1985 | Jeep | J20 | Rear Inner | |
| 1984 | Jeep | J20 | Rear Inner | |
| 1983 | Jeep | J20 | Rear Inner | |
| 1982 | Jeep | J20 | Rear Inner | |
| 1981 | Jeep | J20 | Rear Inner | |
| 1980 | Jeep | J20 | Rear Inner | |
| 1979 | Jeep | J20 | Rear Inner | |
| 1978 | Jeep | J20 | Rear Inner | |
| 1977 | Jeep | J20 | Rear Inner | |
| 1976 | Jeep | J20 | Rear Inner | |
| 1975 | Jeep | J20 | Rear Inner | |
| 1974 | Jeep | J20 | Rear Inner | |
| 1972 | Chevrolet | C20 Suburban | Rear Inner | with Spicer 60-1 Axle |
| 1972 | Chevrolet | K20 Suburban | Rear Inner | with Spicer 60-1 Axle |
| 1971 | Chevrolet | C20 Suburban | Rear Inner | with Spicer 60-1 Axle |
| 1971 | Chevrolet | K20 Suburban | Rear Inner | with Spicer 60-1 Axle |
| 1970 | Chevrolet | C20 Suburban | Rear Inner | with Spicer 60-1 Axle |
| 1970 | Chevrolet | K20 Suburban | Rear Inner | with Spicer 60-1 Axle |
| 1969 | Chevrolet | C20 Suburban | Rear Inner | with Spicer 60-1 Axle |
| 1969 | Chevrolet | K20 Suburban | Rear Inner | with Spicer 60-1 Axle |
| 1968 | Chevrolet | C20 Suburban | Rear Inner | with Spicer 60-1 Axle |
| 1968 | Chevrolet | K20 Suburban | Rear Inner | with Spicer 60-1 Axle |
| 1967 | Chevrolet | C20 Suburban | Rear Inner | with Spicer 60-1 Axle |
| 1967 | Chevrolet | K20 Suburban | Rear Inner | with Spicer 60-1 Axle |
* 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:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.