1939 La Salle Rear Wheel Seals

[NH LaSalle]

What is the correct parts number for the rear wheel seals for a 1939 Series 50 La Salle?  Is there a source for these?  Does the rear axle have to be pulled to install them?  Thanks

[wheikkila]

You don't have to pull the rear end. You have to pull the drums with a puller. Unbolt the backing plates and use a slid hammer to pull out the axle shaft. The bearings then have to be pressed off and on the axles. I purchased mine at either Northwestern Auto Supply 616-241-5611. Or Cadillac Parts Limited 856-753-6788.
            Thanks Wayne   

[NH LaSalle]

Wayne

Thanks for the prompt response, advice and leads on replacement bearings.

Bob

[harvey b]

the cadillac part number is 141 8889 it fits a wide range of years,i was able to get one at my local parts place,they crossed that number to a modern number. the seal fits  37-50,60:38-50,60,60s,65:39-50,60s,61:40-50,52,60s,72:1941:1942:1946 thru 1949 exc CC.  that is the listing from the MPL.they are still available aftermarket,see if you can find a place that still has the old books . good luck harveyb

[harvey b]

I was able to find the old box my seal came in, it is part number 15975  it is a SKF brand seal,Hopefully that will get yo in the right direction, harveyb

[NH LaSalle]

Harvey

Thanks for the additional info.

Bob

[LaSalle5019]

The seals can be replaced without removing the bearings. Pull the drums, remove the backing plates and the axles come out with the bearings attached. Then replace the seals.

[NH LaSalle]

Scott

Thanks for the additional clarifying comments.

Bob

[Jay Friedman]

For the seals try South Shore Bearing   info@southshorebearing.com  877-768-8427

[NH LaSalle]

Thanks for all of the input