Pics of my 1997 Astro
Pics of my 1997 Astro
Here is my 97' astro.
The car was imported from Japan. I have no history of the mods. But from what i can see this is what i do have..
Custom 2 tone paint scheme. Magenta/candy top, dusty mauve bottom with white pinstripe highlighted flamework.
glass fibre front and rear bumpers.
California Custom USA 18" billet wheels
California Custom USA red brake pads
1" wheel spacer kit all round
3" lowering on the front (rear appears to be stock right height)
Bilstein shock absorbers all round
HID/Xenon lights
I've searched the internet in hope of finding more info on this van, but with it being from japan its not easy! I've found hundreds of modded Astros in japan though, the guys out there taking styling to a completley different level! But thus far no follow up on history of this van.
Does anyone know what happend to California Custom USA? they were huge for aftermarket Astro parts? maybe they went bankrupt, but there still very popular in Japan, with a ton of parts available there.
She runs like a champ, well did, till the fuel pump went kapoot lastnight (see thread coming up in tech section later)
Anyways, hope you enjoy. Lots of plans for this van
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1997 2WD Chevy Astro
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Nice Ride man. . .
'97 Astro 2wd, lowered 4" w/Belltech spindles and drop leafs.
'87 Astro 2wd, lifted, pretty close to 4" all around.
'87 Astro 2wd, lifted, pretty close to 4" all around.
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Looks flashy and sharp! I like those wheels on your ride!
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i kinda like the chopped rear bumper, far more functional than my roll pan but still very fashionable! paint job looks nice, very simple but a little bit of flare yet, the front bumper however still appears to be the stock one unlike what you listed in your mods.
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Looking good!
Thanks for the pics!
Thanks for the pics!
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2" Overland Vans Lift Kit, Add-a-Leaf, Shackles, Torsion Bars Cranked 1"
AGM Deep Cycle Marine Battery w/Isolator
Helwig Rear Anti-Sway Bar
Auburn Gear Pro Series Limited-Slip Differential
BFG AT KO 235/75/15
Cragar Nomad I Wheels
Dearly Departed 1990 RWD Shorty owned since day one.
Sold Feb 2007 with 193k miles.
2" Overland Vans Lift Kit, Add-a-Leaf, Shackles, Torsion Bars Cranked 1"
AGM Deep Cycle Marine Battery w/Isolator
Helwig Rear Anti-Sway Bar
Auburn Gear Pro Series Limited-Slip Differential
BFG AT KO 235/75/15
Cragar Nomad I Wheels
Dearly Departed 1990 RWD Shorty owned since day one.
Sold Feb 2007 with 193k miles.
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Looks like it has a flip kit 'cause the front hanger is too low for stock height. also the front bumper seems to be shaved of the reflector and body lines. . .
'97 Astro 2wd, lowered 4" w/Belltech spindles and drop leafs.
'87 Astro 2wd, lifted, pretty close to 4" all around.
'87 Astro 2wd, lifted, pretty close to 4" all around.
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WOW! Nice truck, bud. Not to mention you're running what's universally accepted as the best year possible, the infamous 1997 version.
Gotta tell you, I hadn't bothered clicking on this thread at first. I expected (because of your name) to find a reg'lar 1997 van (washed, with any luck) with a 60 yr old indian or pakistani male standing in sandals next to it (I freakin' HATE seeing guys wearing sandals....). Although I pride myself in not being racist (I hate all ethnic minorities/majorities equally ), I judged someone/something based on no factual evidence. For this, I hang my greek-origined head in shame.....
Gotta tell you, I hadn't bothered clicking on this thread at first. I expected (because of your name) to find a reg'lar 1997 van (washed, with any luck) with a 60 yr old indian or pakistani male standing in sandals next to it (I freakin' HATE seeing guys wearing sandals....). Although I pride myself in not being racist (I hate all ethnic minorities/majorities equally ), I judged someone/something based on no factual evidence. For this, I hang my greek-origined head in shame.....
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97' 4wd Safari
ZZ 502 Ramjet
4"L"80E/NP241C
Ford 9"
Kinky is using a feather.
Perverted is using the whole chicken.
"Laws that forbid the carrying of arms... disarm only those who are neither
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Nice! Your ride has the same stance as mine. Lots o 'tude!! She's a neck snapper for sure.
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peter wrote:WOW! Nice truck, bud. Not to mention you're running what's universally accepted as the best year possible, the infamous 1997 version.
Gotta tell you, I hadn't bothered clicking on this thread at first. I expected (because of your name) to find a reg'lar 1997 van (washed, with any luck) with a 60 yr old indian or pakistani male standing in sandals next to it (I freakin' HATE seeing guys wearing sandals....). Although I pride myself in not being racist (I hate all ethnic minorities/majorities equally ), I judged someone/something based on no factual evidence. For this, I hang my greek-origined head in shame.....
I dont mind being hated on. I just like the fact i like being recognised for the name!
I'm not quite 60 (27 at present) but i can sure see my sorry ass wearing sandals at some stage of my grey haired life
Cheers
1997 2WD Chevy Astro
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You reckon? theres about a 3" gap from the tyre to the fender on the rear. Front, barely getting a finger in!madslammer wrote:Looks like it has a flip kit 'cause the front hanger is too low for stock height. also the front bumper seems to be shaved of the reflector and body lines. . .
Theres going to be alot of stereo going in the back (2000lbs) so i'm sure the suspensions going to need some overhaulin.. or simply run on bumpstops
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I dont mind being hated on. I just like the fact i like being recognised for the name!
I'm not quite 60 (27 at present) but i can sure see my sorry ass wearing sandals at some stage of my grey haired life
Cheers
Rats, I can't even get a rise from a newbie no more
You're gonna fit right in here
"Just keep swimming..."
97' 4wd Safari
ZZ 502 Ramjet
4"L"80E/NP241C
Ford 9"
Kinky is using a feather.
Perverted is using the whole chicken.
"Laws that forbid the carrying of arms... disarm only those who are neither
inclined nor determined to commit crimes".
- Thomas Jefferson
97' 4wd Safari
ZZ 502 Ramjet
4"L"80E/NP241C
Ford 9"
Kinky is using a feather.
Perverted is using the whole chicken.
"Laws that forbid the carrying of arms... disarm only those who are neither
inclined nor determined to commit crimes".
- Thomas Jefferson
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Nice ride. First time I've looked at this thread also and sorry I waited so long.
Peter, your killing me down here at the 96 my man. I don't hate sandles on real men but ya gotta leave the white socks at home,,please.
Peter, your killing me down here at the 96 my man. I don't hate sandles on real men but ya gotta leave the white socks at home,,please.
Gotta tell you, I hadn't bothered clicking on this thread at first. I expected (because of your name) to find a reg'lar 1997 van (washed, with any luck) with a 60 yr old indian or pakistani male standing in sandals next to it (I freakin' HATE seeing guys wearing sandals....). Although I pride myself in not being racist (I hate all ethnic minorities/majorities equally ), I judged someone/something based on no factual evidence. For this, I hang my greek-origined head in shame.....
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Welcome and again nice ride. I bet the paint job took some time.
Peter I think it might because of that avitar, just a thought.Rats, I can't even get a rise from a newbie no more
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Nice ride man and I love the paint scheme.
and Peter shame on you....
and Peter shame on you....
ISN'T HE SO SEXY IN HIS PRETTY WHITE DRESS???LOL
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Very British looking houses with a very British looking driveway...... And a NICE American van!
Looks great dude.....!
I visited California Customs in Anaheim SoCal years ago, I don`t remember if they went out of business or was bought out by someone else......? I`ll do some searching......
Looks great dude.....!
I visited California Customs in Anaheim SoCal years ago, I don`t remember if they went out of business or was bought out by someone else......? I`ll do some searching......
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My Astro tows my toys to Glamis sand dunes http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jp2pqjQtpso
First ever canal jump at Glamis http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXZjM84x_Xc
A British Wanker living in So KarlyFornia.
My Astro tows my toys to Glamis sand dunes http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jp2pqjQtpso
First ever canal jump at Glamis http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXZjM84x_Xc