Thanks all for the guidance. I got home and the parts made it all very
clear. It went back together in 10 minutes. As you can see I have begun my
quest for rookie of the year early.

Though all 4 FI seals seemed to be pretty shot it hasn't solved my
progressively deteriorating starting problem.From no warm/hot start it has
progressed to only starting cold after much turn over of the engine. Once
started it will run fine so I have eliminated the fuel filter. I am off to
learn how to use my multimeter and the Bentley.
Does anyone know of a source for a fuel pressure gauge as referenced in the
Bentley? My FLAPS claims only from a snap on type tool dealer.
How about a newbies guide to multimeter and it's use on the Vanagon?

Owen