SKF 7415 Steering Gear Worm Shaft Seal

SKF 7415 Steering Gear Worm Shaft Seal

The SKF 7415 steering gear worm shaft seal is built for steering gear sealing applications where fluid retention and contamination control matter. It uses a nitrile sealing surface and precise dimensions to support a proper fit in the steering gear assembly.

Fits 1961-1963 Buick Skylark, Std.; Fits 1961-1963 Oldsmobile Cutlass, Std.; Fits 1963-1969 Chevrolet Corvette, Std.; Fits 1968 Chevrolet Camaro, Std.; Fits 1968 Chevrolet El Camino, Std.; Fits 1970-1982 Chevrolet Corvette.

Key Features

• Part number: SKF 7415
• Steering gear worm shaft seal for sealing system service
• Nitrile sealing surface type for durable sealing performance
• Shaft diameter: 0.750 in.
• Outside diameter: 1.128 in.
• Width: 0.156 in.
• Designed to help keep lubricant in and contaminants out

Detailed Description

SKF 7415 is a steering gear worm shaft seal engineered around specific dimensional requirements for the steering gear assembly. With a 0.750-inch shaft diameter, 1.128-inch outside diameter, and 0.156-inch width, it is sized for the listed Chevrolet, Buick, and Oldsmobile applications, including Chevrolet Corvette, Camaro, and El Camino models. The nitrile sealing surface supports sealing performance in steering environments where exposure to lubricant and road contaminants is a concern. This part cross-references Dixie Electric Ltd 12043 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Helps Address

• Steering gear lubricant leakage at the worm shaft
• Contamination entering the steering gear housing
• Wear-related sealing loss in older steering systems
• Reduced steering gear fluid retention during service
• Seal replacement needs during steering gear rebuilds

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify shaft diameter and seal dimensions before installation. Clean the steering gear sealing bore and shaft surface thoroughly, and inspect for scoring or wear that can affect seal life. Proper alignment during installation helps prevent damage to the nitrile sealing lip and supports a correct seal in the steering gear assembly.

Quality Assurance

SKF has a long history in seal design and manufacturing, with engineering focused on material selection, dimensional accuracy, and long service life. The 7415 steering gear worm shaft seal is produced to SKF quality standards for automotive sealing applications.