Date:         Sat, 28 Jun 2014 16:17:47 -0500
Reply-To:     JRodgers <jrodgers113@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         JRodgers <jrodgers113@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Hi list. 90 syncro bad leak stuck in parking lot
Comments: To: Nomadix <subarusyncro@GMAIL.COM>
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I don't know about Syncros - but on the 2WD vans there is a brass/bronze
bushing that fits inside the fly wheel through which the pilot/input
shaft passes and that bushing holds a felt washer in place over the
pilot bearing to seal it and keep dust and debris off the flywheel from
getting into the pilot bearing and wearing it out prematurely. Those not
in the know - often punch it out and it never gets replaced and that's
wrong. The bushing is an NLA item and you have to find a vendor who can
supply them. TencentLife on The Samba was a source at one time. I don't
know who else might have them - but I personally consider that bushing
to be very important.

John

On 6/28/2014 2:41 PM, Nomadix wrote:
> Hi just wanted to post an update.
>
> Mainshaft seal bad
> Clutch disc had oil
> Transmission bellhouse worn
>
> Stopped in at Utah Imports  they dropped there schedule and got me fixed.
>
> If every broke down in that area would highly recommend them.
>
> For those who were wondering pilot bearing was in there so that was not the cause.
>
> Thanks again list.
>
>
> On Jun 26, 2014, at 12:12 PM, Nomadix <subarusyncro@gmail.com> wrote:
>
>> The shop that put in new engine at same time put in new clutch.  1200 miles now on both.
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