SKF 550217 Wheel Seal - Front
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SKF 550217 Wheel Seal - Front

Brand SKF 550217
Position Front
Width 0.335
Outside Diameter 2.058
Sealing Surface Type Nitrile
Shaft Diameter 1.496
Fits Porsche and Volkswagen · 9 vehicles

Nitrile sealing surface. Helps keep lubricants in and contaminants out.

Precision-made seal. Built to specific designs with premium materials.

SKF seal heritage. Backed by decades of seal design and development.

Cross-references 131-405-641A, 219-6422 and 311-405-641B for the same application. See all 7.

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SKF 550217 Wheel Seal for Front Axles

SKF 550217 is a front wheel seal built for specific Porsche 924 and Volkswagen Beetle applications. It uses a nitrile sealing surface and precise dimensions to help maintain proper sealing at the wheel end where lubricant retention and contamination control matter most.

  • Wheel seal for front position applications
  • Nitrile sealing surface for dependable contact and sealing performance
  • Width: 0.335 in.
  • Outside diameter: 2.058 in.
  • Shaft diameter: 1.496 in.
  • Direct-fit replacement for select Porsche 924 and Volkswagen Beetle models

Application Details

Fits 1977-1982 Porsche 924, front. Fits 1966-1968 Volkswagen Beetle, front, from Chas. 116-000-001 thru 118-857-239. If you are searching for a Porsche 924 front wheel seal or a Volkswagen Beetle front wheel seal, SKF 550217 matches the listed applications and dimensions for the correct service fit.

SKF has a long history in seal engineering, including early integrated shaft seal development and continued refinement of sealing designs and bonding methods. The SKF 550217 wheel seal is manufactured to specific design requirements using premium materials to support proper sealing in the intended environment. This part cross-references 131-405-641A and 219-6422 for the same application.

Common Problems This Seal Helps Address

  • Grease or lubricant leakage at the wheel end
  • Contamination entering the hub or bearing area
  • Seal wear from age, heat, or road exposure
  • Improper sealing caused by a damaged or hardened original seal
  • Noise or bearing service issues related to seal failure

Installation Notes

Inspect the hub, shaft, and sealing surface before installation. Clean all mating surfaces thoroughly and verify the seal dimensions against the application before pressing the seal into place. For best results, replace a worn or damaged seal during wheel bearing service and confirm the seal seats evenly without distortion.

Quality Assurance

SKF manufactures seals to high quality standards with an emphasis on long service life and safety. The 550217 is built to the specified dimensions and material profile for the listed front-wheel applications.

This part fits 9 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
1982Porsche924Front—
1981Porsche924Front—
1980Porsche924Front—
1979Porsche924Front—
1978Porsche924Front—
1977Porsche924Front—
1968VolkswagenBeetleFrontFrom Chas. 116-000-001 Thru 118-857-239
1967VolkswagenBeetleFrontFrom Chas. 116-000-001 Thru 118-857-239
1966VolkswagenBeetleFrontFrom Chas. 116-000-001 Thru 118-857-239
Directly replaces or cross-references 7 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
131-405-641A219-6422311-405-641B311405641B14585502179759550217CHR 550217