Timken 2465 Manual Transmission Output Shaft Seal - Rear

Timken 2465 Manual Transmission Output Shaft Seal

The Timken 2465 manual transmission output shaft seal is built for rear transmission sealing where lubricant retention and contamination control matter. It is a direct-fit style seal for select Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and Ram 3500 applications with the New Process 4500 2WD setup.

Key Features

• Precision sealing design helps keep transmission oil and grease inside the assembly
• Reinforced outer case supports installation durability and helps reduce damage during service
• Ribbed S-Nitrile inner diameter helps seal minor shaft imperfections and promotes stable seating
• Internal contamination exclusion system helps block debris that can contribute to leakage
• Vent holes allow lubricant flow around the seal lip to help manage heat buildup
• Dimensions: 2.511 in. outside diameter, 1.687 in. shaft diameter, 2.500 in. housing bore, 1.535 in. width

Detailed Description

Timken 2465 is a manual transmission output shaft seal designed for rear transmission service in 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and Ram 3500 models. It uses S-Nitrile construction and a seal profile sized for a 2.500-inch housing bore and 1.687-inch shaft diameter, with a 2.511-inch outside diameter and 1.535-inch width. This part cross-references SKF 16725 for the same application. If you are servicing a Dodge Ram 1500 rear output seal or a Dodge Ram 3500 rear manual transmission seal, this Timken 2465 replacement matches the listed fitment and dimensions.

What It Helps Address

• Transmission fluid leakage at the output shaft area
• Contamination entering the rear transmission seal zone
• Seal wear from shaft surface irregularities
• Heat-related seal deterioration around the lip area
• Loss of lubricant retention in manual transmission service

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the housing bore, shaft diameter, and seal width before installation. Clean the sealing surface thoroughly and inspect the output shaft for grooves, pitting, or burrs that can affect sealing performance. For best results, install the seal squarely to avoid distortion of the outer case or lip. Confirm rear-position fitment on 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and Ram 3500 models, including New Process 4500 2WD applications where listed.

Quality Assurance

Timken oil and grease seals are engineered with reinforced construction and contamination control features to support reliable sealing performance in transmission service. Part number 2465 is built to the listed dimensional specifications for the confirmed applications.