I would recommend getting the crank seal from VW.  These are more beefy
than the aftermarket version.  I have one here on the shelf for around
$25.  It is expensive but it doesn't leak.  Just FYI.

Ken Wilford
John 3:16
www.vanagain.com

Jake de Villiers wrote:
> You should definitely replace the crank seal while you're in there.  Cheap
> insurance.   :)
>
> And lube the throwout lever etcetera to keep things smooth.
>
> On Wed, Mar 26, 2008 at 6:55 PM, Kevin Plichta <plichtakevin@hotmail.com>
> wrote:
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>> Looking for wisdom!
>> I am planning on replacing my clutch on my 87 syncro.
>>
>> I am getting a clutch kit which includes " Pressure Plate - Clutch Disc -
>> Throw-out Bearing - Clutch Disc Alignment Tool - Pilot Bearing", what other
>> parts my I run into that may need replacing? Seals?
>>
>> Anything to look out for?
>>
>> Any odd tools?
>>
>> Thanks for the help.
>> Kevin Plichta
>>
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