
Spring — Water Pump Seal Retainer
Spring — Water Pump Seal Retainer
Application: EMD water pump assemblies
Part of our Water pump product line
The Spring — Water Pump Seal Retainer is identified by EMD Part No. 8055346 and DLW Part No. 16160344. EMD parts references specifically identify 8055346 as the Spring Water Pump Seal Retainer, while DLW vendor documentation cross-references EMD 8055346 with DLW 16160344. The spring is a component of the water-pump seal-retainer arrangement and should be identified using the correct EMD and DLW part numbers when sourcing or replacing the component.
How This Part Works
The Spring — Water Pump Seal Retainer is a spring component used in the water-pump seal-retainer arrangement. It works with the seal retainer and associated water-pump sealing components within the assembly. Correct condition of the spring is important to the intended operation of the seal-retainer arrangement.
Signs It's Time to Replace
- Loss of spring tension: deterioration of the spring can affect its intended retaining function
- Permanent deformation: a deformed or distorted spring should be inspected for serviceability
- Corrosion: visible corrosion or material deterioration can affect the condition of the spring
- Cracks or physical damage: any visible cracking, breakage, or other damage should be assessed before reuse
- Seal-retainer concerns: abnormal condition of the water-pump seal-retainer arrangement should prompt inspection of the associated spring and retainer
Apex focuses on EMD engine components and water-pump system parts for EMD applications. The Spring — Water Pump Seal Retainer is identified by the specific EMD Part No. 8055346 and DLW Part No. 16160344, allowing customers to source the component using established EMD and DLW references. Its specific identification as the water-pump seal-retainer spring helps distinguish it from other springs used in EMD engine and water-pump systems.
See all Water pump parts →- Engine Compatibility
- EMD 645 & EMD 710 Series
- Applications
- Locomotive · Marine · Power Generation
- Quality Standard
- ISO 9001:2015 Certified · OEM Grade






































