The Must-Have ATC1453185 Paccar MX-13 Front & Rear Seal Installer/Remover – Save Hours on Every MX Engine Rebuild
The Must-Have ATC1453185 Paccar MX-13 Front & Rear Seal Installer/Remover – Save Hours on Every MX Engine Rebuild
Leaking crankshaft seals on a Paccar MX-13? Don’t risk engine damage or downtime. The ATC1453185 is the OEM-approved front and rear seal installer/remover for 2011–2016 MX, MX PMCI-2, MX-13 PCI engines in Kenworth and Peterbilt. At $900, it’s the rebuild essential that cuts labor by up to 70%.
Shipping Weight: 37.00 lbs • Heavy Item – No Free Freight
Why the ATC1453185 Is a Rebuild Game-Changer
Prying seals with screwdrivers? That’s a $5,000 engine killer. The ATC1453185 uses precision threaded drivers and alignment plates to remove and install front and rear crankshaft seals without damaging the crank, block, or oil pan.
Key Advantages
- OEM-approved for Paccar MX-13 (2011–2016)
- Works on MX, MX PMCI-2, MX-13 PCI
- Front & rear seal service in one kit
- Kenworth & Peterbilt compatible (1453185PE)
- No crank removal needed
- Cuts seal R&R time from 4+ hours to under 90 mins
Real Shop Feedback
“Used it on a 2014 Peterbilt MX-13. Rear seal out in 45 mins, new one in 30. No leaks on startup. Worth every penny.” – Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, TX
When to Use the ATC1453185
- Crankshaft seal leaks (front or rear)
- In-frame or out-of-frame MX-13 overhaul
- Oil pan or timing cover R&R
- Preventive seal replacement at 500k+ miles
- High-idle fleet maintenance programs
Specs at a Glance
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