In a message dated 27-Jun-01 18:29:05 Central Daylight Time, dstrope@md.prestige.net writes: << Does not a K&N filter smooth out turbulent air? At least that's what the WEB site says.... >> It does, but I believe the point of contention is pre-filter airflow... Apologies to the list... Cheers, Dave '88 Jetta coupe '98 JettaGLX <A HREF="www.southernvolks.com">SouthernVolks</A>