Just to share my recent discovery that the rear pulley seal is different on
syncro models compared with 2WD models. The Syncro has a bushing with a
flange glued onto the pulley which connects with a thicker rear seal with
slightly larger inside diameter. This acts as an additional dust protection
for the actual seal. The pulleys seem to be the same which makes it
possible to convert the seal.

I could only get it from the dealer (for the usual horrendus price). The
part numbers are (seal and counterpart must be replaced together)
025 105 249 A
025 105 248 A

cheers,

Bj�rn

Bj�rn Ratjen
Mill Bay, B.C.

1987 Vanagon est alia (self camperized)
1978 VW Bulli (self camperized)
1995 Passat TD Wagon (hers)
1970 VW Beetle (son's)