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by michielw
Sun Jan 24, 2021 9:03 am
Forum: Member Vans
Topic: Dutch Astro undergoing maintenance
Replies: 6
Views: 1172

Re: Dutch Astro undergoing maintenance

There are some Astros around for parts but my garage ordered a new sill in the US. I found a small Astro/Safari community in The Netherlands, I don't know yet how (in)active they are. I'll find out once all the crucial mechanical/welding stuff is done and I can focus on rebuilding the interior.
by michielw
Sun Jan 24, 2021 12:06 am
Forum: Member Vans
Topic: Dutch Astro undergoing maintenance
Replies: 6
Views: 1172

Re: Dutch Astro undergoing maintenance

That’s the right sill, it will be replaced. No other rusted parts found. All the bodywork is fine.
by michielw
Sat Jan 23, 2021 1:16 pm
Forum: Member Vans
Topic: Dutch Astro undergoing maintenance
Replies: 6
Views: 1172

Re: Dutch Astro undergoing maintenance

What sections do you mean?
by michielw
Sat Jan 23, 2021 8:06 am
Forum: Member Vans
Topic: Dutch Astro undergoing maintenance
Replies: 6
Views: 1172

Dutch Astro undergoing maintenance

Went to see the Astro today. Nose gone, half of the engine gone. Quite an endeavor, but all for the greater good. The cylinder heads will be overhauled. Also saw the rusty, dented sill that will be replaced. Decided to reroute the exhaust pipe to the back (over the axle to the right end corner). (ch...
by michielw
Fri Jan 22, 2021 12:12 pm
Forum: Welcome New Members
Topic: Hello from Haarlem, Holland!
Replies: 5
Views: 1387

Re: Hello from Haarlem, Holland!

Thanks for the warm welcome, guys. About the engine: it's more than just old plugs and wires. It will take an overhaul of the cylinder heads. LPG fuel is cheap but hard on the valves and valve seats. They will start next week on the engine. Keep you posted. ps wanna buy some cheap Viagra MountainMan...
by michielw
Thu Jan 21, 2021 12:51 pm
Forum: Welcome New Members
Topic: Hello from Haarlem, Holland!
Replies: 5
Views: 1387

Hello from Haarlem, Holland!

Hi, my name is Michiel and since two weeks I am the proud owner of a 1991 Chevy Astro CL. It’s been a while since I was so happy with a new ride, although it is far from perfect and I had to drive it straight to the garage for overdue maintenance. More on that later. First I’d like to tell you about...