looking at a 2001 awd

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tim k
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looking at a 2001 awd

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I am looking at getting another van its a 2001 awd with 109k miles is there any issues I should be aware of with the awd? or anything that I should check out on this van? before purchase
this would be my first awd van
86 safari
96 astro cargo van
97 silverado (new toy)
01 awd safari

ihatemybike
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Re: looking at a 2001 awd

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Do not neglect the front diff. With 109k on it replace the axle and pinion seals. Don't repeat my mistake. ](*,)
Aaron

2005 Astro (Gandalf) - AWD, 4.3L, 3.42, 130k+ miles
1997 Astro (Grumpy - $250 Rally Van) - AWD, 4.3L, 3.42, LSD, 2" lift, 31" tires, 335k+ orig engine, $30 eBay fuel pump
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Topic author
tim k
I am smitten with my van
Posts: 27
Joined: Sun May 13, 2007 7:36 pm
Location: O'fallon, MO

Re: looking at a 2001 awd

Post by tim k »

thanks

it got the wife's approval :supz: so now I am going to take it for a long test drive tomorrow
86 safari
96 astro cargo van
97 silverado (new toy)
01 awd safari
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