No!  The outer CV joints actually hold the bearing together.  You can use an
old joint in its place if really needed.

Dennis
-----Original Message-----
From: Eric Zeno <vw4x4@FYI.NET>
To: Vanagon@GERRY.SDSC.EDU <Vanagon@GERRY.SDSC.EDU>
Date: Tuesday, October 21, 1997 1:18 PM
Subject: Removing Syncro front axles

>   Does anyone know if the Syncro can be run with out the
>   front axles.  I need my Syncro to get to work and If
>   I get in a jam, I may just remove them until I can get
>   the parts.
>
>            Eric                   86-VW4x4
>            vw4x4@fyi.net          72-240z
>            Pittsburgh, PA USA     1936-Chrysler
>