From the factory for Syncros, the bell housing and starter is sealed
with silicone. There is also a rubber flap or check valve installed in
the bottom between the case and bell housing to let oil drip water out
and keep water from entering quickly when going through puddles or
streams.

Dennis
-----Original Message-----
From: Syncro@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Syncro@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf
Of Athanasios Matthaiou
Sent: Friday, June 23, 2006 2:32 AM
To: Syncro
Cc: Vanagon Mailing List
Subject: RE: [Syncro] Sealant between transmission and engine?

Hi all,

Just a question...

Is it practically correct to seal this area?
I mean, if there is a leak eiter from engine or transmission sealing
ring, how can it be found? The whole area in there will be filled with
oil...
In case there is no sealant between engine and transmission, the leak
will be found from the very first drops...

Ciao,
Thanasis
1973 1303S Super Beetle
1990 Caravelle CL Syncro16 Camper

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From: Syncro@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Syncro@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf
Of David Marshall
Sent: Thursday, June 22, 2006 5:06 PM
To: 'Christopher Gronski'; 'Syncro'; 'Vanagon Mailing List'
Subject: RE: [Syncro] Sealant between transmission and engine?

All Syncros had silicone sealant between the engine and transmission.

David Marshall

Fast Forward Automotive Inc.

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Sent: June 22, 2006 6:42
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Subject: [Syncro] Sealant between transmission and engine?

My mechanic has found what looks like silicon sealant on the
transmission case from my donor van. Is it normal to use sealant
between the engine and the transaxel?

Chris

86 Syncro GL AdventureWesty
87 Syncro Donor Parts Van

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