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SKF 28635 Wheel Seal - Rear
SKF 28635 Rear Wheel Seal
SKF 28635 is a rear wheel seal built for driveline and axle service where reliable sealing matters. It is specified for a range of Chevrolet Express, Silverado, Suburban, and Avalanche applications, along with GMC Savana, Sierra, and Yukon XL models.
With a polyacrylate sealing surface and dimensions matched to the application, this SKF wheel seal helps maintain proper lubricant retention at the axle end while keeping road contaminants out. The SKF 28635 is a direct-fit service part for rear axle sealing on select GM trucks and vans.
Key Features
- Rear wheel seal for driveline and axle sealing service
- Polyacrylate sealing surface type
- Width: 0.630 in.
- Outside diameter: 3.939 in.
- Shaft diameter: 2.854 in.
- Engineered for select Chevrolet and GMC rear axle applications
- SKF part number 28635 for easy identification
Detailed Description
SKF has a long history in seal engineering, and this wheel seal reflects that experience with application-specific design and premium material selection. The 28635 is made to match the sealing requirements of the axle environment, helping support consistent performance where the wheel end and differential area are exposed to heat, moisture, and debris. It is used on rear applications for vehicles such as the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, Chevrolet Express 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 HD, and GMC Savana 3500, among others.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 15007008) for the same application. When searching for a rear wheel seal for Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, GMC Sierra 3500, or Chevrolet Express 2500 service, SKF 28635 is a relevant OE-style replacement reference.
What It Helps Address
- Gear oil seepage at the rear axle seal area
- Contamination entering the wheel end or axle housing
- Seal wear from age, mileage, or heat exposure
- Service needs on rear axle assemblies with 10.50" or 11.50" ring gears
- Replacement needs on Chevrolet and GMC rear driveline applications
Installation Notes and Tips
Confirm axle and ring gear configuration before ordering, since fitment varies by model and rear axle setup. Inspect the shaft surface and seal bore for wear, scoring, or corrosion before installation. Clean the sealing area thoroughly and verify the seal is seated evenly to help prevent leaks after service.
Fits 2003-2017 Chevrolet Express 2500, rear; 2003-2017 Chevrolet Express 3500, rear; 2003-2017 GMC Savana 2500, rear; 2003-2017 GMC Savana 3500, rear; 2001-2010 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, rear; 2007-2010 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD, rear; 2000-2010 Chevrolet Suburban 2500, rear; 2001-2010 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, rear; 2007-2010 GMC Sierra 3500 HD, rear; 2000-2010 GMC Yukon XL 2500, rear; 1999-2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, rear; 2001-2009 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, rear; 2003-2008 Chevrolet Express 3500, rear; 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Classic, rear; 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Classic, rear; 2007 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Classic, rear; 2007 GMC Sierra 3500 Classic, rear; 2002-2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500, rear; 2001-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, rear; 2001-2006 GMC Sierra 3500, rear; 1999-2004 GMC Sierra 2500, rear.
Quality Assurance
SKF manufactures seals to defined specifications using materials selected for the application and operating environment. The 28635 is produced to support long service life and dependable sealing performance in rear axle use.
This part fits 163 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2017 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2017 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2017 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2016 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2016 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2016 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2016 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2015 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2015 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2015 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2015 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2014 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2014 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2014 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2014 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2013 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2013 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2013 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2013 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2012 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2012 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2012 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2012 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2011 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2011 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2011 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2011 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2010 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2010 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2010 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 HD | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2010 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 HD | Rear | w/ 11.50" Ring Gear |
| 2010 | Chevrolet | Suburban 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2010 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2010 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2010 | GMC | Sierra 2500 HD | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2010 | GMC | Sierra 3500 HD | Rear | w/ 11.50" Ring Gear |
| 2010 | GMC | Yukon XL 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2009 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2009 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2009 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2009 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 HD | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2009 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 | Rear | 11.50" Ring Gear - Axle Differential Bearing |
| 2009 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 HD | Rear | w/ 11.50" Ring Gear |
| 2009 | Chevrolet | Suburban 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2009 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2009 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2009 | GMC | Sierra 2500 HD | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2009 | GMC | Sierra 3500 HD | Rear | w/ 11.50" Ring Gear |
| 2009 | GMC | Yukon XL 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2008 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2008 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2008 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Rear | w/ 10.50" Ring Gear: |
| 2008 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2008 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 HD | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2008 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 | Rear | 11.50" Ring Gear - Axle Differential Bearing |
| 2008 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 HD | Rear | w/ 11.50" Ring Gear |
| 2008 | Chevrolet | Suburban 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2008 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2008 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2008 | GMC | Sierra 2500 HD | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2008 | GMC | Sierra 3500 HD | Rear | w/ 11.50" Ring Gear |
| 2008 | GMC | Yukon XL 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Rear | w/ 10.50" Ring Gear: |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 HD | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 HD Classic | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 | Rear | 11.50" Ring Gear - Axle Differential Bearing |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 Classic | Rear | w/ 11.50" Ring Gear |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 HD | Rear | w/ 11.50" Ring Gear |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Suburban 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2007 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2007 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2007 | GMC | Sierra 2500 HD | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2007 | GMC | Sierra 2500 HD Classic | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2007 | GMC | Sierra 3500 Classic | Rear | w/ 11.50" Ring Gear |
| 2007 | GMC | Sierra 3500 HD | Rear | w/ 11.50" Ring Gear |
| 2007 | GMC | Yukon XL 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Avalanche 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Rear | w/ 10.50" Ring Gear: |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 HD | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 | Rear | w/ 11.50" Ring Gear |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 | Rear | 11.50" Ring Gear - Axle Differential Bearing |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Suburban 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2006 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2006 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2006 | GMC | Sierra 2500 HD | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2006 | GMC | Sierra 3500 | Rear | w/ 11.50" Ring Gear |
| 2006 | GMC | Yukon XL 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Avalanche 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Rear | w/ 10.50" Ring Gear: |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 HD | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 | Rear | w/ 11.50" Ring Gear |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 | Rear | 11.50" Ring Gear - Axle Differential Bearing |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Suburban 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2005 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2005 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2005 | GMC | Sierra 2500 HD | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2005 | GMC | Sierra 3500 | Rear | w/ 11.50" Ring Gear |
| 2005 | GMC | Yukon XL 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Avalanche 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Rear | w/ 10.50" Ring Gear: |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 HD | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 | Rear | w/ 11.50" Ring Gear |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 | Rear | 11.50" Ring Gear - Axle Differential Bearing |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Suburban 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2004 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2004 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2004 | GMC | Sierra 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2004 | GMC | Sierra 2500 HD | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2004 | GMC | Sierra 3500 | Rear | w/ 11.50" Ring Gear |
| 2004 | GMC | Yukon XL 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Avalanche 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Rear | w/ 10.50" Ring Gear: |
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 HD | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 | Rear | w/ 11.50" Ring Gear |
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 | Rear | 11.50" Ring Gear - Axle Differential Bearing |
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Suburban 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2003 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2003 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2003 | GMC | Sierra 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2003 | GMC | Sierra 2500 HD | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2003 | GMC | Sierra 3500 | Rear | w/ 11.50" Ring Gear |
| 2003 | GMC | Yukon XL 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Avalanche 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 HD | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 | Rear | w/ 11.50" Ring Gear |
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 | Rear | 11.50" Ring Gear - Axle Differential Bearing |
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Suburban 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2002 | GMC | Sierra 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2002 | GMC | Sierra 2500 HD | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2002 | GMC | Sierra 3500 | Rear | w/ 11.50" Ring Gear |
| 2002 | GMC | Yukon XL 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 HD | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 | Rear | w/ 11.50" Ring Gear |
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 | Rear | 11.50" Ring Gear - Axle Differential Bearing |
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Suburban 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2001 | GMC | Sierra 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2001 | GMC | Sierra 2500 HD | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2001 | GMC | Sierra 3500 | Rear | w/ 11.50" Ring Gear |
| 2001 | GMC | Yukon XL 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2000 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2000 | Chevrolet | Suburban 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2000 | GMC | Sierra 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 2000 | GMC | Yukon XL 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 1999 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
| 1999 | GMC | Sierra 2500 | Rear | 10.50" & 11.50" Ring Gears |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.