Custom

UPDATE YOUR BOOKMARKS: The new URL for the site is CHEVYGMCVANS.COM

See the "Announcements" section for more 2021 forum update details

Forum

Topics

Posts

Last post

Off-Road
Topics: 182

182 Topics

2377 Posts

Last post Re: Montana Newbie Needs Advi…
by cowgirlcullen View the latest post
Sun Jan 10, 2021 12:42 pm
Camperized
Topics: 25

25 Topics

290 Posts

Last post Re: Herbie's Astrolander/ZMB …
by Astrophysics View the latest post
Mon Nov 16, 2020 9:57 am

New Topic

34 topics • Page 1 of 1

Topics

Replies

Views

Last post

Locked CUSTOMIZATIONS OF THE WORLD'S GREATEST VAN!!

Last post by trybe13 « Thu Sep 21, 2006 1:13 am

by trybe13 » Thu Sep 21, 2006 1:13 am

This thread is dedicated to Astrofari lovers around the world!
It's intent is to lend ideas and spark creativity. And don't let me fail to mention:...

0 Replies

41634 Views

Last post by trybe13
Thu Sep 21, 2006 1:13 am
astro van from chile

Last post by Herbie « Wed Jun 20, 2018 1:19 pm
Replies: 50
by hebert12 » Mon May 26, 2008 8:17 pm
1

2

3

4
Not customized but is my astro van 4.3 from chile
50 Replies

28005 Views

Last post by Herbie
Wed Jun 20, 2018 1:19 pm
what shocks on lowered astro

Last post by astrophipps « Wed Oct 28, 2015 10:42 pm

by astrophipps » Wed Oct 28, 2015 10:42 pm

What shocks should I use on a lowered astro. I want a smooth ride. Thair going on a 93 2wd mono leafs lowered 2 3 . has anyone used stock length...

0 Replies

2386 Views

Last post by astrophipps
Wed Oct 28, 2015 10:42 pm
axle flip kit information needed

Last post by astrophipps « Sat Oct 03, 2015 11:18 pm
Replies: 3
by astrophipps » Thu Sep 17, 2015 12:07 pm

Hi I ordered 4 axle flip kit from airbagit .the kit didn't come with spring eye lowering plates do I need them for pinion angle alignment. Can the...

3 Replies

3060 Views

Last post by astrophipps
Sat Oct 03, 2015 11:18 pm
pinion angle shims with compasite leaf springs?

Last post by astrophipps « Mon Sep 21, 2015 8:46 am

by astrophipps » Mon Sep 21, 2015 8:46 am

Hi. does anyone know if pinion angle shims can be used with composite leaf springs .I am trying to fix pinion alignment after axle flip.

0 Replies

2085 Views

Last post by astrophipps
Mon Sep 21, 2015 8:46 am
Trying to squeeze more out of every gallon

Last post by crazyvanman « Tue Feb 25, 2014 11:30 pm
Replies: 16
by pengyou » Sun Nov 09, 2008 11:51 pm
1

2
If i lower the van 1 will it get better gas mileage? If so what would be the best way to lower it?
16 Replies

9992 Views

Last post by crazyvanman
Tue Feb 25, 2014 11:30 pm
Astro "El Camino" and other neat stuff,,,,

Last post by crazyvanman « Tue Feb 25, 2014 9:05 pm
Replies: 82
by HPbyStan » Wed May 02, 2012 3:03 pm
1

2

3

4

5

6
I'm going to keep adding pictures to this Photobucket link instead of posting pics everytime I get something else done. Short note under the pics......
82 Replies

32537 Views

Last post by crazyvanman
Tue Feb 25, 2014 9:05 pm
Custom Audi-style LED headlights

Last post by ASTRO-BOY « Tue Dec 31, 2013 1:58 pm
Replies: 11
by ASTRO-BOY » Tue Jun 29, 2010 7:36 pm

Hello everyone,

Just new to this site. I own a 1998 Astro AWD. I also own a custom LED lighting business. . Tonight I'm going to modify the stock...

11 Replies

7566 Views

Last post by ASTRO-BOY
Tue Dec 31, 2013 1:58 pm
2005 lowering spindles?

Last post by LiftedAWDAstro « Tue Nov 19, 2013 10:42 am
Replies: 6
by SPL Astro » Sat Nov 24, 2012 12:38 pm

Next spring I'm planning to drop my 05 Astro. Looking around for things now so I'm ready to go when the time comes. Anyone have any experience...

6 Replies

4460 Views

Last post by LiftedAWDAstro
Tue Nov 19, 2013 10:42 am
how do i get it down

Last post by Waterboytommy « Mon Apr 29, 2013 9:29 pm
Replies: 1
by mr horsepower » Mon Apr 15, 2013 12:46 pm

Hello i want to lower my van .
what does it take to do this
Can it be done with springs?
Its a 98 cargo

Gr

1 Replies

2706 Views

Last post by Waterboytommy
Mon Apr 29, 2013 9:29 pm
bunch of questions.

Last post by meetthespeakers « Mon Feb 04, 2013 6:25 am
Replies: 4
by ricekiller85 » Wed Jan 30, 2013 5:15 am

Not my first build. But first build on an astro. Im looking at two right now. A 2000 and 2002. Was wondering if anyone could share the typical stuff...

4 Replies

3359 Views

Last post by meetthespeakers
Mon Feb 04, 2013 6:25 am
Can anyone tell me what Body kit is on this Safari?

Last post by badassastro « Fri Feb 01, 2013 6:21 pm
Replies: 1
by dme3o » Fri Feb 01, 2013 9:06 am

Hi gang!

So I was searching the net for pics and came across this:

Does anyone know what body kit this is? Specifically, the grill?
Looks like a...

1 Replies

2712 Views

Last post by badassastro
Fri Feb 01, 2013 6:21 pm
New Project Safari...

Last post by infinite.chris « Fri Feb 01, 2013 5:10 pm
Replies: 22
by MadHattersInk » Thu Jul 12, 2012 4:11 am
1

2
I just got my first Safari in the beginning of May, I sold My sup'd up Mazda Mx3 GS, with the KL-ZE swap for cash plus this BEAUTIFUL project Safari....
22 Replies

9664 Views

Last post by infinite.chris
Fri Feb 01, 2013 5:10 pm
Project Astrolade

Last post by JonnyAWD « Mon Jan 07, 2013 5:18 pm
Replies: 125
by Mcfly Minis » Sun Oct 19, 2008 4:38 pm
1

…

5

6

7

8

9
I'm doing this Astro for a customer. Cadillac tail lights, shaved door handles, suicide driver door, escalade front end conversion. It has a 2/3...
125 Replies

49371 Views

Last post by JonnyAWD
Mon Jan 07, 2013 5:18 pm
Pro street LS1 98 Astro

Last post by mdmead « Thu Jun 28, 2012 12:46 pm
Replies: 58
by badassastro » Tue Mar 20, 2012 2:30 pm
1

2

3

4
Here are a few progress pictures of tubbing my Astro

Narrowed frame from my now stripped 85 pro street Astro

Narrowed frame being installed into...
58 Replies

26479 Views

Last post by mdmead
Thu Jun 28, 2012 12:46 pm
1975 GMC CARGO VAN...ALMOST DONE RESTORING

Last post by arlon « Sat Jan 28, 2012 9:53 am
Replies: 2
by BUNIQUEDESIGNZ » Sat Jan 28, 2012 9:00 am

8FT SLIDING RAGTOP, SUICIDE SLIDER DOOR, WOOD FLOORS, WRAP AROUND SEATING, MURALS, AND MUCH MORE

2 Replies

3146 Views

Last post by arlon
Sat Jan 28, 2012 9:53 am
Unusual aftermarket wheels

Last post by doyoulikeithere « Tue Aug 09, 2011 11:24 pm
Replies: 5
by socalastro » Sun Jul 17, 2011 10:37 am

In a previous post I asked if 85 Corvette wheels would fit my 97 LS. Turns out everyone was right. Wrong bolt pattern. Darn it. I thought that might...

5 Replies

5505 Views

Last post by doyoulikeithere
Tue Aug 09, 2011 11:24 pm
Lowering a 2003 AWD

Last post by doyoulikeithere « Mon Aug 08, 2011 8:52 pm
Replies: 3
by Nocovan » Thu Aug 04, 2011 7:31 am

Hi guys. new member here. I recently picked up a 2003 white AWD. Just returned from a 4500 mile road trip from Colorado to NH and the van performed...

3 Replies

3576 Views

Last post by doyoulikeithere
Mon Aug 08, 2011 8:52 pm
Will 85 Corvette wheels fit?

Last post by badassastro « Tue Jul 12, 2011 2:28 pm
Replies: 3
by socalastro » Mon Jul 11, 2011 7:46 pm

I have a chance to buy a set of wheels off an 85 vette. Will they work? Im worried about them being far too wide. Any thoughts? Thanks!

3 Replies

3406 Views

Last post by badassastro
Tue Jul 12, 2011 2:28 pm
slammed and tucked

Last post by 356redux « Tue Jan 04, 2011 9:46 am
Replies: 18
by chris diehl » Sat Jul 31, 2010 3:47 pm
1

2
I need some assistance. I have a 96 astro and I want to lower it as low as I can without having to do body and frame work. How low would that be and...
18 Replies

10141 Views

Last post by 356redux
Tue Jan 04, 2011 9:46 am
Hidden hinges single reardoor....

Last post by reaper « Tue Sep 21, 2010 10:09 pm
Replies: 18
by Munken » Sat Sep 11, 2010 8:53 am
1

2
Finally some construction pix. I did some bodywork on the Gray before I joined AstroSafariVans, So lets take it from the beginning....
18 Replies

9803 Views

Last post by reaper
Tue Sep 21, 2010 10:09 pm
Shavin my 97 Astro Cargo Van.

Last post by SoCalli V8 « Fri Sep 03, 2010 10:22 pm
Replies: 23
by SafariRoadster » Fri May 14, 2010 7:38 pm
1

2
Figured I'd start a thread on my 97 astro van I just picked up for $450.00. It runs good just wasn't feelin the whole work van thing. So I've removed...
23 Replies

11380 Views

Last post by SoCalli V8
Fri Sep 03, 2010 10:22 pm
Atsroghini

Last post by kings-x59 « Mon Aug 09, 2010 6:36 pm
Replies: 11
by capulet_x » Wed Aug 04, 2010 10:14 pm

Had anyone seen this?

11 Replies

9918 Views

Last post by kings-x59
Mon Aug 09, 2010 6:36 pm
Body drop my Astro

Last post by Mrbarky « Fri Jul 30, 2010 4:24 pm
Replies: 1
by Astronomical » Fri Jun 25, 2010 4:59 am

Looking forr someone who can body drop my astro on 24's. Willing to travel but not too far. I am located in NYC. If anyone is interested or can refer...

1 Replies

3228 Views

Last post by Mrbarky
Fri Jul 30, 2010 4:24 pm
Got an Idea, Maybe.....

Last post by scotter « Tue Sep 15, 2009 7:00 pm
Replies: 27
by scotter » Sat Jan 03, 2009 8:44 pm
1

2
Ok I have an 88 shorty, I was thinking of fixing up but it's trashed and I mean trashed. To make matters worse the two tone gold/tan is hidious. I...
27 Replies

11632 Views

Last post by scotter
Tue Sep 15, 2009 7:00 pm
Rebuilding: BANG BUS

Last post by d3athm3talh3ad « Tue May 12, 2009 7:23 pm
Replies: 10
by jbird » Fri May 08, 2009 3:08 pm

In the shop now.
Getting bagged
new rear sheet metal floor(raised)
tank,comp,valves under the floor in the rear
sheet metal dash
finders
ect.

10 Replies

6400 Views

Last post by d3athm3talh3ad
Tue May 12, 2009 7:23 pm
RS progress & new purchase

Last post by reaper « Sat Apr 18, 2009 5:40 pm
Replies: 5
by reaper » Sat Apr 18, 2009 2:45 am

I thought I'd fill you in on a couple of new things on the go.

Three weeks ago Rocke aka Bikehauler gives me a call asking me
If by chance I would...

5 Replies

4001 Views

Last post by reaper
Sat Apr 18, 2009 5:40 pm
Big Blue Update, Rims, Tires, Drop...

Last post by meetthespeakers « Tue Mar 31, 2009 7:16 am
Replies: 26
by meetthespeakers » Mon Mar 17, 2008 11:54 am
1

2
Well I worked a lot of overtime last week, and the boss is out of town this week. So that means lots of goodies coming to the office this week. I...
26 Replies

13134 Views

Last post by meetthespeakers
Tue Mar 31, 2009 7:16 am
Snowcoach

Last post by mdmead « Sun Feb 22, 2009 7:47 pm
Replies: 13
by snapple » Sat Feb 21, 2009 7:28 am

I want these for my van!

13 Replies

6584 Views

Last post by mdmead
Sun Feb 22, 2009 7:47 pm
Body extension kits?

Last post by kings-x59 « Sun Feb 22, 2009 6:44 pm
Replies: 5
by pengyou » Sat Feb 21, 2009 7:42 pm

I have seen a variety of front end kits for the stro. Has anyone made anything to extend the van 24 or more? Or make it a little wider in the rear...

5 Replies

4486 Views

Last post by kings-x59
Sun Feb 22, 2009 6:44 pm
Looking For Stretched Astro

Last post by VanGeorge « Fri Jul 11, 2008 4:07 pm
Replies: 8
by VanGeorge » Mon Jul 07, 2008 7:02 pm

Many months ago I inquired about an Astro limo that had been for sale....then a guy posted a photo of a Stretched Astro (painted Blue and Black) from...

8 Replies

5468 Views

Last post by VanGeorge
Fri Jul 11, 2008 4:07 pm
Kind of cool looking.Eye candy

Last post by blake_sandman « Fri Apr 04, 2008 3:50 pm
Replies: 7
by GEJ » Sun Mar 30, 2008 7:54 am

Well here is one that is kind of nice.Alittle eye candy for ya.

339d_3.jpg d534_3.jpg

acfe_3.jpg

7 Replies

5825 Views

Last post by blake_sandman
Fri Apr 04, 2008 3:50 pm
Some "Boricua" Van Action. . .

Last post by SoCalli V8 « Tue Feb 12, 2008 10:29 pm
Replies: 11
by madslammer » Thu Dec 27, 2007 4:41 pm

Well these are some of the rides I've seen here in Puerto Rico. . .
:supz:

A really good friend of mine had this one . . .

And this...

11 Replies

8627 Views

Last post by SoCalli V8
Tue Feb 12, 2008 10:29 pm
hey guys help me out here

Last post by k120189 « Fri Sep 07, 2007 1:21 pm
Replies: 7
by k120189 » Tue Sep 04, 2007 7:31 pm

...hows this look for my first bite into modding the van?

7 Replies

4981 Views

Last post by k120189
Fri Sep 07, 2007 1:21 pm

New Topic

34 topics • Page 1 of 1

Return to Board Index

Forum permissions

You cannot post new topics in this forum
You cannot reply to topics in this forum
You cannot edit your posts in this forum
You cannot delete your posts in this forum
You cannot post attachments in this forum