1940 rear wheel bearings and seal sources? Go!

[26Tguy]

ATTENTION!

Do NOT order rear hub grease seals until you read this!!!

Originally Posted by Terry,OH

38 to 48 Ford one piece rear Hub 78-1175: Victor 49324, National 416738, Chicago Rawhide CR-20538, NAPA 20538
2.846 OD x 2.063 (shaft) x .438 W

I only wish to set the record straight, not hurt anyone's credibility. Terry, OH... please edit your post as it shows INCORRECT info.

The CORRECT National part# for the 38-48 hub grease seal is 5877 (which has an OD of 2.846").

The National part# listed above for that seal is 416738 (which has an OD of 3.194")

I know this to be 100% true because I just purchased the wrong seals based on this info and my own laziness by not researching the part number dimensions myself. Upon further investigation, I noticed the diameter typo to be the culprit. I harbor no ill feelings nor want anyone upset with me. I just want to provide the correct info for future folks looking for this seal.

The other part #s listed are correct for the OD of 2.846".

The National seal# 5877 can be purchased at O'Reilly's, Autozone, Advance Auto, Rock Auto and even from Amazon.