Timken 472572 Manual Transmission Output Shaft Seal - Rear
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Timken 472572 Manual Transmission Output Shaft Seal - Rear

Brand Timken 472572
Position Rear
Fits Chevrolet and Pontiac · 35 vehicles

Precision sealing design. Helps prevent lubricant escape and keep contaminants out.

Reinforced outer case. Helps resist installation damage and adds durability.

Ribbed rubber inner diameter. Seals minor imperfections and promotes positive seating.

Cross-references Gates 18658 and National 472572 for the same application. See all 2.

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Timken 472572 Manual Transmission Output Shaft Seal

Timken 472572 is a manual transmission output shaft seal built for rear-position applications that need reliable lubricant retention and contamination control. It is a direct-fit style seal for select Chevrolet and Pontiac vehicles, including Camaro, Firebird, Corvette, Monte Carlo, Grand Am, and LeMans applications.

Key Features

  • Precision sealing design helps keep transmission lubricant inside the assembly and blocks outside contaminants.
  • Reinforced outer case resists installation damage and adds durability during service.
  • Ribbed rubber inner diameter seals minor shaft imperfections and supports positive seating on the spindle.
  • Internal contamination exclusion system helps reduce debris intrusion that can lead to leakage.
  • Vent holes promote lubricant flow around the seal lip to reduce heat buildup at the sealing surface.

Detailed Description

This Timken manual transmission output shaft seal is engineered for rear applications where the output shaft or related bearing area needs a dependable sealing surface. It is used in select 1974-1982 Chevrolet Camaro and 1974-1982 Pontiac Firebird models with Warner 32 splines, as well as 1974-1981 Chevrolet Corvette rear applications and other listed rear-position vehicles. Timken 472572 is also cross-referenced to National 472572 and Gates 18658 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

  • Transmission fluid leakage at the output shaft seal area
  • Contamination entering the seal lip or shaft interface
  • Seal wear caused by heat buildup around the sealing surface
  • Poor sealing on shafts with minor surface imperfections
  • Damage from a worn or compromised original seal during service

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, rear position, and any listed notes before installation. Clean the sealing bore and shaft surface thoroughly, and inspect the output shaft or bearing area for wear, scoring, or contamination before pressing in the new seal. For 1974-1982 Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird applications, confirm Warner 32 spline fitment before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Timken oil and grease seals use precision sealing designs, a reinforced outer case, and contamination-control features to support consistent service performance in transmission applications.

This part fits 35 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelTransmissionPositionNotes
1988ChevroletCorvetteManualRearCompatible with trucks and SUVs with a 4WD Transfer Case Input Shaft Bearing.
1987ChevroletCorvetteManualRearCompatible with trucks and SUVs with a 4WD Transfer Case Input Shaft Bearing.
1986ChevroletCorvetteManualRearCompatible with trucks and SUVs with a 4WD Transfer Case Input Shaft Bearing.
1985ChevroletCorvetteManualRearCompatible with trucks and SUVs with a 4WD Transfer Case Input Shaft Bearing.
1984ChevroletCorvetteManualRearCompatible with trucks and SUVs with a 4WD Transfer Case Input Shaft Bearing.
1982ChevroletCamaroManualRearWarner 32 Splines
1982PontiacFirebirdManualRearWarner 32 Splines
1981ChevroletCamaroManualRearWarner 32 Splines
1981ChevroletCorvetteManualRearCompatible with trucks and SUVs with a 4WD Transfer Case Input Shaft Bearing.
1981ChevroletMonte CarloManualRearCompatible with trucks and SUVs with a 4WD Transfer Case Input Shaft Bearing.
1981PontiacFirebirdManualRearWarner 32 Splines
1980ChevroletCamaroManualRearWarner 32 Splines
1980ChevroletCorvetteManualRearCompatible with trucks and SUVs with a 4WD Transfer Case Input Shaft Bearing.
1980PontiacFirebirdManualRearWarner 32 Splines
1979ChevroletCamaroManualRearWarner 32 Splines
1979ChevroletCorvetteManualRearCompatible with trucks and SUVs with a 4WD Transfer Case Input Shaft Bearing.
1979PontiacFirebirdManualRearWarner 32 Splines
1978ChevroletCamaroManualRearWarner 32 Splines
1978ChevroletCorvetteManualRearCompatible with trucks and SUVs with a 4WD Transfer Case Input Shaft Bearing.
1978PontiacFirebirdManualRearWarner 32 Splines
1977ChevroletCamaroManualRearWarner 32 Splines
1977ChevroletCorvetteManualRearCompatible with trucks and SUVs with a 4WD Transfer Case Input Shaft Bearing.
1977PontiacFirebirdManualRearWarner 32 Splines
1976ChevroletCamaroManualRearWarner 32 Splines
1976ChevroletCorvetteManualRearCompatible with trucks and SUVs with a 4WD Transfer Case Input Shaft Bearing.
1976PontiacFirebirdManualRearWarner 32 Splines
1975ChevroletCamaroManualRearWarner 32 Splines
1975ChevroletCorvetteManualRearCompatible with trucks and SUVs with a 4WD Transfer Case Input Shaft Bearing.
1975PontiacFirebirdManualRearWarner 32 Splines
1975PontiacGrand AmManualRearCompatible with trucks and SUVs with a 4WD Transfer Case Input Shaft Bearing.
1974ChevroletCamaroManualRearWarner 32 Splines
1974ChevroletCorvetteManualRearCompatible with trucks and SUVs with a 4WD Transfer Case Input Shaft Bearing.
1974PontiacFirebirdManualRearWarner 32 Splines
1974PontiacGrand AmManualRearCompatible with trucks and SUVs with a 4WD Transfer Case Input Shaft Bearing.
1974PontiacLeMansManualRearCompatible with trucks and SUVs with a 4WD Transfer Case Input Shaft Bearing.
Directly replaces or cross-references 2 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Gates — 18658National — 472572