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SKF 14968 Wheel Seal - Rear
| Brand | SKF 14968 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear |
| Fits | Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury · 16 vehicles |
Nitrile sealing surface. Helps keep lubricants in and contaminants out.
Premium materials. Built to match the seal's application and environment.
SKF seal design. Backed by decades of sealing innovation and development.
Cross-references Wix 46397, 219-6502 and 145814968 for the same application. See all 5.
SKF 14968 Wheel Seal for Rear Axles
SKF 14968 is a rear wheel seal built for driveline sealing performance where axle lubricant retention and contaminant exclusion matter. With a nitrile sealing surface and application-specific dimensions, it supports a precise seal fit for select Ford and Mercury rear axle setups.
Compatible with 1968-1973 Ford Mustang rear applications and select Mercury Cougar and Montego rear axle configurations, SKF 14968 is a direct-fit sealing solution for service work on classic rear driveline assemblies. This part cross-references Wix 46397 for the same application.
Key Features
- Part number: 14968
- Wheel seal for rear axle service
- Nitrile sealing surface type
- Width: 0.406
- Outside diameter: 2.264
- Shaft diameter: 1.500
- Designed for select Ford Mustang, Mercury Cougar, and Mercury Montego rear applications
Fitment Details
- Fits 1969-1973 Ford Mustang, rear, WFD axle with 8.00" and 9.00" ring gears.
- Fits 1972 Ford Thunderbird, rear, from 4/1/72.
- Fits 1969-1972 Mercury Cougar, rear, 31 spline axle shaft.
- Fits 1969-1972 Mercury Montego, rear, 1.5" shaft with 31 splined axle.
- Fits 1968 Mercury Cougar, rear.
- Fits 1968 Mercury Montego, rear.
What This Seal Helps Address
- Rear axle lubricant leakage at the wheel seal area
- Contamination entering the axle housing
- Wear-related sealing loss on aging driveline components
- Service replacement needs on classic Ford and Mercury rear axles
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify shaft diameter, outside diameter, and seal width before installation to confirm the correct axle housing match. Inspect the sealing surface and axle shaft condition during service, since grooves or corrosion can affect seal performance. Clean the bore and mating surfaces thoroughly before pressing the seal into place.
Quality Assurance
SKF has a long history in seal engineering and manufactures seals to application-specific designs using premium materials. The brand’s sealing expertise dates back to the first integrated shaft seal, and SKF products are built to meet high manufacturing standards for durability and safety.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | Rear | WFD Axle w/ 8.00" & 9.00" Ring Gears |
| 1972 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | Rear | WFD Axle w/ 8.00" & 9.00" Ring Gears |
| 1972 | Ford | Thunderbird | — | — | Rear | From 4/1/72 |
| 1972 | Mercury | Cougar | — | — | Rear | 31 Spline Axle Sh. |
| 1972 | Mercury | Montego | — | — | Rear | 1.5" Sh. w/ 31 Splined Axle |
| 1971 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | Rear | WFD Axle w/ 8.00" & 9.00" Ring Gears |
| 1971 | Mercury | Cougar | — | — | Rear | 31 Spline Axle Sh. |
| 1971 | Mercury | Montego | — | — | Rear | 1.5" Sh. w/ 31 Splined Axle |
| 1970 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | Rear | WFD Axle w/ 8.00" & 9.00" Ring Gears |
| 1970 | Mercury | Cougar | — | — | Rear | 31 Spline Axle Sh. |
| 1970 | Mercury | Montego | — | — | Rear | 1.5" Sh. w/ 31 Splined Axle |
| 1969 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | Rear | WFD Axle w/ 8.00" & 9.00" Ring Gears |
| 1969 | Mercury | Cougar | — | — | Rear | 31 Spline Axle Sh. |
| 1969 | Mercury | Montego | — | — | Rear | 1.5" Sh. w/ 31 Splined Axle |
| 1968 | Mercury | Cougar | 7.0L | V8 | Rear | — |
| 1968 | Mercury | Montego | 7.0L | V8 | Rear | — |
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