I purchased my 87 Syncro new. The original water pump failed, (leaker) at 49,000 miles. That was NY to Florida trip. It was replaced under warranty.
The second one failed at 96K on the way to Alaska. I replaced it in a campground. There are not many sources for Vanagon pumps and I don't know of any that are rebuilt. I have seen little difference in appearance and none in performace and life is all over the place.

Dennis

----- Original Message -----
From: Rob Campbell <rob@QUIMP.COM>
Date: Friday, July 22, 2005 12:41 pm
Subject: water pump replacement

> Hello-
>
> Just told by my mechanic that my water pump is bad.  He says the VW
> originals are hard to find and very expensive since they are so
> rare, and
> none of the aftermarket pumps have very good quality.  He suggests
> a VW
> remanufacture but hasn't gotten back to me on price.  I'd love any
> opinions or info so I can have a more informed discussion with him
> beforemaking a decision.
>
> Its a 2.1l 1987 westy
>
> For what its worth, I do see that "Graf" pumps are about $60.
>
> thanks
>
> rob campbell
> 87 westy
> long beach
>