In a message dated 2/27/03 8:50:31 PM, SyncroWesty@ATTBI.COM writes:

<< Anyone have any idea? >>

Cory,

The toughest press fit which I have found on a Vanagon is probably the front
wheel bearings of a Syncro.  I don't have a quantity to specify for the
ultimate amount of force which is needed but, I do know this: if the press
has SnapOn on it, a 20 ton rating will work admirably, whereas, if the press
is labeled Harbor Freight, 50 tons might be needed plus a rap with a beater
to finally get the part to seat.  In my experience, the deformation of the
frame of a cheap press will cause the workpiece to become cocked with respect
to the line of thrust and a lot of extra push is needed to overcome this
shortcoming.

George