A real Syncro engine is different from the 2WD. It uses a different rear seal and pulley. There should also be a rubber flap on the flywheel side at the bottom between the engine and transmission cases to keep water from running into the clutch housing when wading in rivers.

Dennis

----- Original Message -----
From: Benny boy <huotb@VIDEOTRON.CA>
Date: Wednesday, April 13, 2005 10:30 am
Subject: Rear crankshaft seal (late Vanagon)

> Hey guys, late Vanagon 2.1L have a different pulley, well, they
> have an
> add-on....on the shaft that insert onto the crank... (Grrrrrr, i
> don't have
> any picture), anyway, that "insert" fit onto the pulley and make
> the "seal"
> into the crankshaft seal.... the total diameter of that pulley
> (where is
> goes inside) is bigger that earlier Vanagon, even 2.1L, so in
> other words,
> the real seal that comme in the gasket kit is too small.... what i
> have seen
> is it seem to be the same for most vans with 3 belts (Air cond.)....
>
> I am going to the dealer this morning to see if there is other rear
> crankshaft seal for that pulley or late Vanagon...this is a Syncro am
> working on right now but i have seen that pulley on 2WD model
> also... i
> would appreciate your input.
>
> Cheers, Ben
> http://www.benplace.com/amc_head/amc16.jpg
>