Thanks for the input guys.
There are some very helpful ideas here.  Now to find the time!.
Incidentally, I am using gmail and its crazy!  This thread disappeared for a
day.  All of a sudden it appears again with loads of responses.  I used to
understand email.

Dave
downunder

2008/5/22 Todd <dermultivan@hotmail.com>:

> So, now you've got me thinking - what's ultimately better for stock 2.1L
> WBX: cheap FLAPS air cleaner (changed regularly) or K&N?
>
> Todd
>
>
>
>  Date:    Wed, 21 May 2008 13:48:12 -0400
>> From:    Jim Akiba <syncrolist@BOSTIG.COM>
>> Subject: Re: Air intake
>>
>> You won't find a direct fit application, it's going to be whichever of
>> their universals happens to fit your combination.  You can't use one
>> with a stock wbx setup.
>>
>> Jim Akiba
>>
>> On Wed, May 21, 2008 at 1:44 PM, Keith Ovregaard <kovregaard@gmail.com>
>> wrote:
>>
>>> What model fits the Syncro? Their website did not list the Vanagon or VW.
>>>
>>>