Re: Front Wheel Bearing seals

Posted by Owen_Dyneto On 2010/4/16 10:27:13

Not entirely off-topic, but I wanted to replace the front wheel bearing dust seals on my 34 Packard (same for Eights and Super Eights 33-36 and perhaps others). These are reversed from the typical seals of later years in that the seal has a hardened steel pressed-in insert/spacer on the inside which "locks" onto the spindle, and the wiping surface is on the outer perimeter of the seal, 1/4 inch wide felt, which seals against a machined surface inside the hub. You don't necessarily have to replace the entire seal, you can take one of the two metal sideplates of and just replace the felt.

I've had nothing short of outstanding service from George Bachleda of OlCar Bearing Co. in Southern Pines, NC over the years, and ditto on this occasion, I recommend him most highly for roller, tapered roller, and ball bearings and seals for older vehicles. (910)-693-3324.

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