My engine was pulled when my vw mechanic did my clutch but this could have
been due to other things because I had my clutch and t/o bearing done while
all the accident stuff was being done.  I think you do have to have the engine
dropped to do the clutch though.  I'd do the t/o bearing and the piolet
bearing while your in there because many list members have said they can go
bad.  Hope this helps

Tim G
87 gl syncro(164k)