The bearing with the built-in seal is a standard VW/Audi part used on
other models, like 82 diesel Vanagons. It does not cost much more than
the plain bearing version.

VW# 056 105 313C

Mark

brady wrote:
> Order bearing part BCA  # F-33126
> You can find it on Rock auto.
> This is the pilot bearing with the seal in it.
> This bearing is the same that comes in the clutch kit but it has the seal in it and you then don't need that felt bearing to keep the dust out.
> Just so you know the sach clutch kit uses a bearing with out this seal.
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message ----
> From: Mike Collum <collum@MYFAIRPOINT.NET>
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Sent: Tuesday, March 31, 2009 11:07:46 AM
> Subject: Re: Flywheel Sleeve - WBX 2.1L
>
> John Rodgers wrote:
>> So - does anyone have a clue where this sleeve can be acquired. It is a
>> simple piece, and I feel it important for a proper repair, yet I cannot
>> find it.
>
>
> Did you read Pascal Giasson's post about using a diesel pilot bearing
> that has the seal attached?  That way you wouldn't need the hard to find
> metal piece nor the felt washer.  I had heard about using the diesel
> pilot bearing before.
>
> Mike
>