PWEIS wrote:

> I know this sounds anal, but here goes.  Yesterday I added Dura Lube
> Fuel System Cleaner to my gas tank.  I noticed a huge decrease in
> fuel consumption and much better acceleration.  The problem(?)
> is that I "sort of" smell gas.  I'm sure its me that's causing the
> odor.  

If you are convinced that it is you causing the odor, rather than the VW,
I would suggest modifying your dietary intake before trying to fix the 
problem by hacking up the van.  You are right, the problem sounds anal.

Cheers,

Albrecht