Hello all, I recently purchased a 97 astro base model with 210000 km on it for $3000. Thanks to this site I have fixed the vent selector vacuum line and greased up the slider. Looking forward to attempting the spark plugs. I plan on painting the rims, and touching up the black between the windows. So far I am loving the volume of space this ride offers.
Oh ya, I'm in Victoria BC Canada . This looks like a great forum and hopefully I can contribute.
Thanks
Pics.
Cheers
New to me Astro.
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Topic author - I am merely driving my van
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Re: New to me Astro.
Sorry about the size of the pictures.
I'll get it right next time.
I'll get it right next time.
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Re: New to me Astro.
Welcome to ASV. Van is looking good.
You live in a very unique, kick ass little city with awesome water and mountains only minutes away. I love Victoria. And to make it even better, I've seen Orca whales on the way there and the way back every time I've gone there.
What's going to happen to the Salmon Kings now that the Chiliwak Bruins are moving there? Are they moving or can the city support two teams?
Cheers.
You live in a very unique, kick ass little city with awesome water and mountains only minutes away. I love Victoria. And to make it even better, I've seen Orca whales on the way there and the way back every time I've gone there.
What's going to happen to the Salmon Kings now that the Chiliwak Bruins are moving there? Are they moving or can the city support two teams?
Cheers.
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Re: New to me Astro.
Hello there fellow Islander.
Nice lookin new 2u ride!
Is it loaded down with stuff, or is the rear end saggin a bit?
Food for thought, I bought brand spankin new leafsprings from Nanaimo shop for 300.
What a great improvement!
Nice lookin new 2u ride!
Is it loaded down with stuff, or is the rear end saggin a bit?
Food for thought, I bought brand spankin new leafsprings from Nanaimo shop for 300.
What a great improvement!
2021 Yamaha Tenere 700 - Blue.
2016 Yamaha XSR900 - Silver.
1990 Astro - AWD - Brown.
1987 Astro - With 5 Speed & 4wd - Silver & Blue.
2016 Yamaha XSR900 - Silver.
1990 Astro - AWD - Brown.
1987 Astro - With 5 Speed & 4wd - Silver & Blue.
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Topic author - I am merely driving my van
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Re: New to me Astro.
I'm not positive but I think we are keeping both hockey teams. At certain times of year you can catch a view of Grey and Orca whales on their way to the feeding grounds near the San Juan islands. This really is a beautiful part of the world.
Now the Cowichan valley is even more of a paradise, its part of my retirement plan.
I don't think the springs are too bad. I thought the same thing when looking at that picture. $300 for new springs, are they stock ride?
Now the Cowichan valley is even more of a paradise, its part of my retirement plan.
I don't think the springs are too bad. I thought the same thing when looking at that picture. $300 for new springs, are they stock ride?
97 Astro Base Model
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Re: New to me Astro.
Welcome! Wow, another BCer... We are getting a bit heavy on Western Canuks!
Matt
Selah, WA
-96 GMC Safari AWD Hi-Top Conversion -->Stalled 5.3L swap & 5" lift
-74 Ford Bronco -->Far from perfect but mine!
-99 V-10 Ford Super Duty Super Cab 4x4 -->Stock with 285 Cooper ATs
-00 Ford Focus Wagon -->The Red Turd
-95 Ford 24' Class C Motorhome -->My big block sleeper
-07 Can-Am Outlander XT -->My yellow 4x4 quad for work & play
-04 Ski Doo REV Summit -->Still several chassis behind!
No new projects until the current ones are done!
Selah, WA
-96 GMC Safari AWD Hi-Top Conversion -->Stalled 5.3L swap & 5" lift
-74 Ford Bronco -->Far from perfect but mine!
-99 V-10 Ford Super Duty Super Cab 4x4 -->Stock with 285 Cooper ATs
-00 Ford Focus Wagon -->The Red Turd
-95 Ford 24' Class C Motorhome -->My big block sleeper
-07 Can-Am Outlander XT -->My yellow 4x4 quad for work & play
-04 Ski Doo REV Summit -->Still several chassis behind!
No new projects until the current ones are done!
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Re: New to me Astro.
Yup, could just be the photo, sorry, no mine arent stock ride. those would cost less I bet.grapple wrote:I don't think the springs are too bad. I thought the same thing when looking at that picture. $300 for new springs, are they stock ride?
i have a 4" lift. Mine give about 4+inches of lift, but still have a smooth ride not a bucking mule ride!
2021 Yamaha Tenere 700 - Blue.
2016 Yamaha XSR900 - Silver.
1990 Astro - AWD - Brown.
1987 Astro - With 5 Speed & 4wd - Silver & Blue.
2016 Yamaha XSR900 - Silver.
1990 Astro - AWD - Brown.
1987 Astro - With 5 Speed & 4wd - Silver & Blue.
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Topic author - I am merely driving my van
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Re: New to me Astro.
T.Low wrote:
What's going to happen to the Salmon Kings now that the Chiliwak Bruins are moving there? Are they moving or can the city support two teams?
Cheers.
Update.... I just learned today that the Salmon Kings played their last game for Victoria last night. I'm not sure where they are going to.
97 Astro Base Model
93 Jeep XJ
93 Jeep XJ