> The felt washer is available for about $1.00 from the dealer. The
> problem is the retainer if it is lost or worn. One option is to get the
> pilot bearing from Beck Arnley. Theirs is a little bit longer but
> includes an actual seal. You will have to bore out the center of the
> flywheel or grind the step out of the crank bore to use it though due to
> the increased length.
>
> Dennis

Thanks, Dennis.

My nearest VW dealer is 120 miles away and when I stopped by there once in
the past, the parts manager said "Vanagon? .... Are you sure it's a
Volkswagen?"

Right now I'm attempting to fabricate one from a Dremel felt polishing
wheel.  It looks promising but it's not finished yet.

Mike