Custom-made rubber oil seal
Wilmink Engine Parts offers a wide range of oil seals for various applications and engines. Poor-quality oil seals can cause problems. Our range offers only quality brands and our specialists will be happy to help you choose the right product for your application. Below, we highlight some of our brands with their catalogues around oil seals.
The garter spring is located at the end of the primary sealing lip and used to apply pressure to the sealing lip against the shaft. Common garter spring material types are:
Figure 2: Necessity of spring
Crankshaft front seal
Wear and oil loss remains two of the most frequent signs of engine seal failure and, if not paid attention to, it can give rise to a breakdown in the vehicle’s system. Regular maintenance and routine oil changes minimize the issues associated with oil seals and potential oil loss.
Common Oil Seal Failure Causes
Even though it’s better than other materials in terms of toughness and wear time, it is preferably used in dry-running applications. The salient demerit of this material is its cost.