National 710241 Axle Intermediate Shaft Seal - Front or Front Right

Axle Intermediate Shaft Seal for Dodge Ram

National 710241 is an axle intermediate shaft seal built for driveline sealing applications that demand accurate sizing and dependable oil control. It uses nitrile sealing material and is specified as an oil seal with precise inch and metric dimensions for service work on select Dodge Ram front axle assemblies.

Key Features

• Part number 710241 axle intermediate shaft seal
• Nitrile sealing material for driveline oil sealing
• Inside diameter: 1.628 in. / 41.350 mm
• Outside diameter: 2.282 in. / 57.960 mm
• Thickness/width: 0.343 in. / 8.710 mm
• Housing bore: 2.278 in. / 57.860 mm
• Series 710200 oil seal design
• National sealing solution backed by more than 75 years of sealing expertise

Detailed Description

National 710241 is a precision oil seal for axle intermediate shaft service, engineered around the listed shaft, housing bore, and width dimensions to support a proper seal at the differential area. The nitrile sealing material is suited to common driveline sealing needs, and the part is identified as Type 68 in the 710200 series. This seal is used in select Dodge Ram front axle applications, including Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and Ram 3500 configurations with specific ring gear and axle notes. This part cross-references Gates 43154 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1994-2003 Dodge Ram 1500, Front Right, with 8.5 inch ring gear and Spicer 44-3F axle; fits axle differential bearing race.
• Fits 1994-2002 Dodge Ram 2500, Front Right, with 8.5 inch ring gear and Spicer 44-3F axle; fits axle differential bearing race.
• Fits 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 2500, Front Right, 9.75 inch ring gear, Spicer 60-F axle - differential pinion race.
• Fits 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 3500, Front Right, 9.75 inch ring gear, Spicer 60-F axle - differential pinion race.
• Fits 1988-1993 Dodge Ramcharger, Front, with 8.5 inch ring gear; with Spicer 44-FBJ differential.
• Fits 1988-1993 Dodge W150, Front, with 8.5 inch ring gear; with Spicer 44-FBJ differential.
• Fits 1988-1993 Dodge W250, Front, with 8.5 inch ring gear; with Spicer 44-FBJ differential.
• Fits 1988-1989 Dodge W100, Front, with 8.5 inch ring gear; with Spicer 44-FBJ differential.

Common Uses

• Stops gear oil leakage at the axle intermediate shaft area
• Addresses seepage around the differential bearing race or pinion race
• Helps restore sealing performance on worn front axle assemblies
• Supports repair of front axle service issues on Dodge Ram and Ramcharger models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the shaft diameter, housing bore, and seal width before installation to confirm the seal matches the axle assembly. Clean the sealing surface and inspect the shaft for wear, scoring, or corrosion that could affect sealing performance. Confirm the axle configuration and ring gear notes for the specific Dodge Ram or Ramcharger application before service.

Quality Assurance

National has supplied sealing products for more than 75 years and develops sealing solutions for modern vehicle applications. Part number 710241 is built to the listed dimensional specifications for service use in compatible Dodge front axle assemblies.