Tom,
  Radius on syncro is tight also! But best done on loose surface since
the  tight turn causes the 15% wheel speed discrepancy which engages
4WD! This feels like brakes are on and can't be good for the drivetrain.
Can be done on pavement in emergency. Radius just short of this limit is
still very good.
   Stan
87 syncro, 82 van

Thomas Brobst wrote:

> I have an 84 and a 91 Vanagon both 2WD GLs. One of the things I love about
> them is the tight turning circle. Next to scaring the bejezus out of
> first-time passengers by pulling up REALLY close when I'm parking I love
> showing off how tightly I can turn the van around. So, anyway, I've been
> coveting a Syncro for a long time and am wondering how the front drive
> geometry is different. My question is to those Listers that have experience
> with both 2 and 4WD models. Is there a difference in turning radius and, if
> so, how much?
> Thanks
>
> Tom Brobst
>