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SKF 18242 Wheel Seal - Front
| Brand | SKF 18242 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front |
| Fits | Chrysler and Dodge · 25 vehicles |
Nitrile sealing surface. Helps keep lubricants in and contaminants out.
Precision-made seal. Built to specific designs with premium materials.
Seal engineering heritage. Pioneering designs and bonding techniques since 1928.
Cross-references National 473450, 27SS2869 and 319W31-53 for the same application. See all 6.
SKF Wheel Seal for Front Axles
SKF 18242 is a front wheel seal built for Chrysler Imperial, Newport, Town & Country, and New Yorker applications from the 1946-1955 model years shown below. It is designed to retain lubricant at the wheel end while helping keep road contaminants out of the sealing area.
Key Features
- SKF wheel seal, part number 18242
- Nitrile sealing surface for dependable sealing performance
- Outside diameter: 2.879 in.
- Shaft diameter: 1.813 in.
- Width: 0.313 in.
- Built for front-position applications on listed Chrysler models
Detailed Description
SKF 18242 is a driveline and axle wheel seal engineered around precise dimensions and premium sealing materials. The nitrile sealing surface is selected for the demands of wheel-end service, where lubricant retention and contamination control are critical. SKF has a long history in seal design, and this part reflects that focus on fit, material selection, and durability. This wheel seal is used on front axle applications for Chrysler Imperial, Chrysler Newport, Chrysler Town & Country, and Chrysler New Yorker models in the fitment data provided. This part cross-references National 473450 for the same application.
What This Wheel Seal Helps Address
- Gear oil or lubricant leakage at the wheel end
- Contamination entering the hub or axle sealing area
- Seal wear caused by age, heat, and road exposure
- Service issues related to a damaged or hardened seal lip
- Front axle sealing concerns on classic Chrysler Imperial, Newport, Town & Country, and New Yorker vehicles
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify shaft diameter, outside diameter, and width before installation to confirm the seal matches the hub or axle housing dimensions. Inspect the sealing surface and surrounding components for scoring, corrosion, or wear that could affect seal life. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly and install the seal squarely to avoid distortion. Confirm front-position application details against the vehicle service information for the exact Chrysler model and year.
Quality Assurance
SKF manufactures seals to defined specifications using materials selected for the application and operating environment. The brand’s seal engineering background and quality-focused production support long service life and reliable sealing performance in wheel-end service.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Body Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | Chrysler | Imperial | Base | — | Front | — |
| 1955 | Chrysler | Newport | — | Standard Passenger Van | Front | — |
| 1955 | Chrysler | Town & Country | — | Standard Passenger Van | Front | — |
| 1954 | Chrysler | Imperial | Base | — | Front | — |
| 1954 | Chrysler | Newport | — | Standard Passenger Van | Front | — |
| 1954 | Chrysler | Town & Country | — | Standard Passenger Van | Front | — |
| 1953 | Chrysler | Imperial | Base | — | Front | — |
| 1953 | Chrysler | Newport | — | Standard Passenger Van | Front | — |
| 1953 | Chrysler | Town & Country | — | Standard Passenger Van | Front | — |
| 1952 | Chrysler | Imperial | Base | — | Front | — |
| 1952 | Chrysler | New Yorker | — | — | Front | — |
| 1952 | Chrysler | Newport | — | Standard Passenger Van | Front | — |
| 1952 | Chrysler | Newport | — | — | Front | — |
| 1952 | Chrysler | Town & Country | — | Standard Passenger Van | Front | — |
| 1951 | Chrysler | Imperial | Base | — | Front | — |
| 1951 | Chrysler | New Yorker | — | — | Front | — |
| 1951 | Chrysler | Newport | — | Standard Passenger Van | Front | — |
| 1951 | Chrysler | Newport | — | — | Front | — |
| 1951 | Chrysler | Town & Country | — | Standard Passenger Van | Front | — |
| 1950 | Chrysler | Newport | — | Standard Passenger Van | Front | — |
| 1950 | Chrysler | Town & Country | — | Standard Passenger Van | Front | — |
| 1949 | Chrysler | Town & Country | — | Standard Passenger Van | Front | — |
| 1948 | Chrysler | Town & Country | — | Standard Passenger Van | Front | — |
| 1947 | Chrysler | Town & Country | — | Standard Passenger Van | Front | — |
| 1946 | Chrysler | Town & Country | — | Standard Passenger Van | Front | — |
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