The "Front" crankshaft seal (between case and flywheel) has to be
slightly countersunk or the flywheel will cause it to leak in short
order.  That's why the 10mm seal is a better choice than the 12mm seal
for standard transmission applications.

Mike

Scott Daniel - Shazam wrote:
> Flush, always flush.
> Almost all seals.
> Scott
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
> Jack R.
> Sent: Saturday, September 29, 2007 7:55 AM
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: Front Wheel Bearing seal - countersink???
>
> Quick questions.
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> I don't recall if when replacing the front wheel bearing seal, if that seal
> should be countersunk or flush with the rotor?
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> Thanks!
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>
> Jack R.
>
> 84 Westy Wolfie
>