SKF 26788 Engine Timing Cover Seal

Engine Timing Cover Seal Overview

SKF 26788 is an engine timing cover seal built for sealing performance in demanding engine environments. It is a direct-fit sealing component for select Ford Super Duty applications and is engineered to keep lubricants contained while helping block contaminants.

Key Features

• LongLife sealing surface type for durable sealing performance.
• Premium-material construction matched to the application and operating environment.
• Designed to maintain proper sealing around the shaft interface.
• SKF sealing technology backed by more than a century of seal development.

Detailed Description

SKF 26788 is an engine timing cover seal with a 2.539 shaft diameter, 3.512 outside diameter, and 0.394 width. These dimensions support precise sealing at the timing cover area, where oil control and contamination resistance are critical. This part cross-references Ford OE numbers 8C3Z6700A and 1855083CC1 for the same application. It is a practical choice for Ford F-250 Super Duty, Ford F-350 Super Duty, Ford F-450 Super Duty, and Ford F-550 Super Duty timing cover service.

What It Helps Address

• Oil seepage at the timing cover seal area.
• Contaminant intrusion into sealed engine components.
• Seal wear from heat and operating exposure.
• Loss of sealing integrity around the shaft interface.

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify shaft diameter, outside diameter, and seal width before installation. Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly and inspect the mating area for wear or damage that could affect sealing performance. Confirm fitment for 2008-2010 Ford F-250 Super Duty, 2008-2010 Ford F-350 Super Duty, 2008-2010 Ford F-450 Super Duty, and 2008-2010 Ford F-550 Super Duty before service.

Quality Assurance

SKF designs and manufactures seals to specific application requirements using premium materials and established bonding techniques. The brand has a long history in seal engineering and focuses on long service life and dependable sealing performance.