SKF 18408 Wheel Seal - Front

SKF 18408 Wheel Seal for Front Axles

SKF 18408 is a front wheel seal built for driveline and axle sealing applications where lubricant retention and contamination control matter. With a nitrile sealing surface and precise dimensions, it is a direct-fit option for select Pontiac front applications, including 1963 Pontiac LeMans and 1961-1963 Pontiac Tempest.

Key Features

• Wheel seal for front axle sealing applications
• Nitrile sealing surface type for dependable contact performance
• Outside diameter: 2.406 in.
• Shaft diameter: 1.844 in.
• Width: 0.234 in.
• SKF part number 18408 for easy identification

Application Details

This SKF 18408 wheel seal is engineered around specific dimensions and sealing material selection to help maintain proper sealing at the wheel end. SKF has a long history in seal design and manufacturing, and this part reflects that focus on fit, material selection, and durability for front axle service. This part cross-references CHR 18408 for the same application.

Compatible With 1963 Pontiac LeMans, front. Compatible With 1961-1963 Pontiac Tempest, front. If you are sourcing a front wheel seal for a 1963 Pontiac LeMans or a 1961-1963 Pontiac Tempest, SKF 18408 is the correct reference to verify against your original seal dimensions.

What It Helps Address

• Gear oil or lubricant leakage at the wheel end
• Contaminant intrusion into the hub or axle area
• Wear caused by an aging or hardened seal lip
• Incorrect seal sizing during wheel seal replacement
• Front axle sealing issues on Pontiac LeMans and Tempest applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm shaft diameter, outside diameter, and width before installation to match the original seal specification. Inspect the sealing surface and surrounding hub components for scoring, corrosion, or debris before pressing in the new seal. Proper seating and clean assembly surfaces help the seal perform as intended in front wheel service.

Quality Assurance

SKF designs and manufactures seals to specific application requirements using premium materials and controlled production standards. The brand’s seal engineering heritage dates back to the first integrated shaft seal, and SKF 18408 follows that same focus on sealing performance and long service life.