Heavy commercial plowing exerts massive force on double-acting cylinders. For this reason, technicians install the genuine Western 44342 Seal Kit to eliminate internal fluid bypass. Specifically, this complete fluid containment overhaul refreshes the critical pressure boundaries inside your 1-3/4″ ram. As a result, operators experience immediate, crisp blade responsiveness while moving deep snow drifts.
Environmental hazards like road salt and freezing ice degrade original rubber components over time. Because compromised seals lead to sudden operational failure, proactive maintenance saves commercial operators expensive emergency repair fees. Additionally, this kit services the double-acting lift or angling cylinders on heavy-duty setups, including MVP 3 and MVP PLUS plows. Fleet mechanics execute cylinder rebuilds rapidly using these factory-matched components.
Benefits of the 44342 SEAL KIT 1-3/4 DA RAM
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Prevents high-pressure fluid bypass to secure reliable side-to-side angling performance.
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Wipes away corrosive salt brine and moisture from the chrome cylinder rod surfaces.
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Resists sub-zero tearing and hardening due to heavy-duty industrial elastomer construction.
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Overhauls both internal piston packings and external gland seals simultaneously.
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Fits genuine Western 1-3/4″ double-acting ram assemblies perfectly to eliminate installation guesswork.
Additional Info and Common Related Parts
| Part Number | Item Name | Technical Role |
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| 44341 | Angle Ram Assembly | Uses this exact replacement seal kit to service the internal 1-3/4 inch double-acting cylinder. |
| 44352 | Top Retainer Ring | Locks the internal gland components securely inside the 1-3/4 inch double-acting cylinder head casing. |
| 43135 | Gland Nut Assembly | Threads onto the main ram housing to enclose and compress the internal cylinder packings. |
Always refer to your Western Plow’s documentation and vehicle-specific installation instructions to confirm compatibility and proper installation procedures.
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