Have ,89 Syncro and replaced sliding door bearings with SKF 608-2RS1.  Am not sure your Westy is same.  Point is, if you remove bearing you should be able to find replacement locally.  Price was around Cdn$10.00 each.

----- Original Message ----- 
  From: John D. Stepto 
  To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM 
  Sent: Thursday, April 13, 2000 11:12 AM
  Subject: Lower sliding door bearing

  The lower bearing on my sliding door in shot.  Is this a common failure and am I safe to get a used one that seems to be in good shape?  How much is a new one though a list source?  The VW part # is 251 843 419 for just the bearing and 251 843 406A for the kit. VW wanted $42.32 and $124.79, respectively.
   

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