SKF 13710 Wheel Seal - Rear or Rear Inner

SKF 13710 Wheel Seal for Jeep CJ5

SKF 13710 is a wheel seal built for rear inner axle service on select Jeep CJ5 applications. It uses a nitrile sealing surface and precise dimensions to help retain lubricant while keeping road contaminants out of the axle assembly.

Key Features

• Wheel seal for driveline and axle sealing applications
• Nitrile sealing surface type for dependable contact at the sealing lip
• Width: 0.250 in.
• Outside diameter: 2.286 in.
• Shaft diameter: 1.375 in.
• Fits rear inner position on Jeep CJ5 applications

Detailed Description

SKF 13710 is engineered as a replacement wheel seal for rear inner axle locations on Jeep CJ5 models. It is listed for 1962-1971 Jeep CJ5 rear inner use, with a specific 1959-1961 Jeep CJ5 rear inner application for vehicles equipped with the Model 44 tapered axle. The seal dimensions and nitrile sealing surface are selected to match the axle interface and help maintain proper sealing performance in the driveline environment. SKF 13710 is also cross-referenced to 14960-10.

SKF has a long history in seal design, and this part reflects that focus on controlled materials and application-specific construction. For Jeep CJ5 rear axle service, SKF 13710 provides a direct-fit sealing solution where lubricant retention and contamination control are critical.

What It Helps Address

• Gear oil seepage at the rear inner wheel seal area
• Contamination entering the axle housing
• Seal wear from age, heat, and road exposure
• Loss of sealing integrity during axle service
• Fitment issues when replacing a worn Jeep CJ5 rear inner seal

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify axle configuration before installation. This part fits 1962-1971 Jeep CJ5 rear inner and 1959-1961 Jeep CJ5 rear inner with Model 44 tapered axle. Inspect the shaft surface, seal bore, and surrounding components for wear or damage before installing SKF 13710. Clean the sealing area thoroughly and confirm the dimensions match the original seal specification.

Quality Assurance

SKF manufactures seals to application-specific designs using premium materials and high production standards. The brand’s seal engineering heritage dates back to the first integrated shaft seal, and SKF 13710 is built to support long service life in axle sealing applications.