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MountainManJoe »
Fri Jun 18, 2021 12:21 am
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I need a helper to assist with some forum administration tasks.
Tech savvyness would be an asset, but not required.
A good command of English is...
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Fri Jun 18, 2021 12:21 am
vinyl die/plastic die questions
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by
markmitchinnh »
Fri Mar 30, 2012 2:39 pm
Anyone ever use vinyl die or plastic die /paint? on interior parts? and has anyone ever heard of a spray die for changing carper color? Just looking...
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Last post by NotDadsW41
Tue Apr 03, 2012 10:08 am
Help, please!!!
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by
sidecar53 »
Sun Feb 26, 2012 3:53 am
Sorry for the double post, but I'm desperate. I posted on the general forum and got little response. I've owned my 2004 Safari for 3 weeks now. It's...
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Last post by CaptSquid
Sun Mar 04, 2012 3:21 pm
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Last post by cf100mk5
Sat Mar 03, 2012 6:37 pm
Replacing weatherstripping
Replies: 2
by
H2OJoe »
Tue Feb 28, 2012 6:30 am
Anyone replace the weatherstripping on their van? Any tips or tricks for doing it right?
Thanks for the inspiration you all give me for my van. So...
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Last post by H2OJoe
Wed Feb 29, 2012 1:44 pm
laptop stand thoughts
Replies: 11
by
completetech »
Tue Jan 31, 2012 5:24 pm
Anyone have a homebrew or good information on a homebrew or links to a inexpensive laptop stand for the front cab area of a cargo astro or safari?
I...
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Last post by 97CargoCrawler
Fri Feb 03, 2012 11:02 am
Custom bench seat?
Replies: 3
by
JTalley »
Sun Jan 15, 2012 1:01 am
My uncle just replaced the bench seat in his truck due to it being worn out. I can fix it pretty easily since I know a bit about sewing. It's blue...
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Last post by LiftedAWDAstro
Sun Jan 15, 2012 3:18 pm
Heater fan problem
Replies: 6
by
JTalley »
Tue Jan 10, 2012 10:09 am
Since I got the van, the fan for the heater would always make a funny scraping sound when I turned it on. It would go away as soon as it got up to...
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Last post by JTalley
Thu Jan 12, 2012 6:59 am
Captains chairs?
Replies: 1
by
markmitchinnh »
Wed Dec 21, 2011 3:54 am
I found a set of 4 captains chairs for 40 bucks each is this a good deal? they are from a built up 1990 Astro van
(built up= topper, captains chairs,...
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Last post by WoodButcher
Wed Dec 21, 2011 4:14 am
1992 Astro headlight switch replacement
Replies: 13
by
JTalley »
Tue Dec 13, 2011 7:33 am
My headlight switch seems to be messed up. When I turn on the parking lights, nothing happens. When I turn on the headlights, only the headlights...
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Last post by JTalley
Mon Dec 19, 2011 12:24 pm
Interior swapping question.
Replies: 1
by
rjfalski »
Thu Jun 23, 2011 9:32 pm
Hey All,
Curious to know if anyone has swapped interiors. More specifically 1990 to a 1995 or whenever it made the transformation. Any help would...
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Last post by chrisgerman1983
Sat Nov 05, 2011 5:51 am
Seat refuses to stay where I adjust it
Replies: 2
by
JTalley »
Fri Oct 14, 2011 7:17 am
I have captain's chairs. Someone rotated the seats, though- the current front seats are obviously the original captain's chairs, and the current...
2 Replies
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Last post by brokenwrench
Fri Oct 21, 2011 4:51 pm
Curtain brackets
Replies: 2
by
JTalley »
Fri Oct 14, 2011 8:40 am
I'd like to put up curtains in my van. I like privacy, but I don't like darkly tinted windows because of the fact that most cars have to be able to...
2 Replies
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Last post by Herbie
Thu Oct 20, 2011 11:32 am
Electric window conversions
by
1Gary »
Thu Oct 13, 2011 10:33 pm
Does the electric window motor's holes line up with the drilled out rivets crank up window regulators?
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Last post by 1Gary
Thu Oct 13, 2011 10:33 pm
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Last post by 1Gary
Fri Sep 23, 2011 6:41 pm
Cracks in the Dash
Replies: 4
by
altozwei »
Mon Sep 12, 2011 9:13 am
Is there any way to repair them, and/or prevent them from getting worse?
'97 Astro (still stock for the most part)
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Last post by Jasen
Tue Sep 13, 2011 8:31 am
New carpets
Replies: 13
by
Mr Singh »
Wed Jun 09, 2010 9:56 am
Hey guys,
I put down some new carpet when i built my chevy. The engine cover portion never sat right, I actually dont like the fit at all. Its...
13 Replies
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Last post by Chaserkeywest
Mon Sep 05, 2011 12:41 pm
Upgraded to Newer Bench Seats
Replies: 7
by
Andy B. »
Fri Aug 19, 2011 10:25 pm
I have a 95 GMC Safari and I got 2 newer bench seats from a 02 van and my old seats had the retractable seat belts attached to the back of the seats,...
7 Replies
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Last post by Andy B.
Sun Aug 28, 2011 1:44 pm
4 Replies
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Last post by WoodButcher
Fri Aug 19, 2011 5:43 pm
Dash Pad
Replies: 4
by
manyon »
Tue Jun 21, 2011 3:57 pm
Is it possible to remove just the dash pad on a 1990 Astro or does the entire dash unit need to be replaced?
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Last post by CaptSquid
Thu Aug 18, 2011 9:16 pm
Grain of wheat bulbs
Replies: 2
by
MountainManJoe »
Wed Aug 10, 2011 8:17 pm
Electronic Goldmine is selling packages of 4 grain-of-wheat bulbs for 79 cents.
These are great for repairing those burnt-out bulbs for...
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Last post by Smiliesafari
Thu Aug 11, 2011 4:12 am
8 Replies
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Last post by Kahnman
Sat Aug 06, 2011 10:40 am
11 Replies
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Last post by icebrrg3rd
Tue Aug 02, 2011 9:36 am
Overhead Console Display Inop
Replies: 3
by
9dawgs »
Tue Nov 16, 2010 4:53 pm
Does anyone have any idea where to start looking to get my console display back in action. It went out about a year ago and has been on the back...
3 Replies
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Last post by Wagon Master
Mon Jul 25, 2011 2:14 pm
Grill swap....questions
Replies: 1
by
justice »
Sun Jul 24, 2011 6:27 pm
Ok guys, I know i can swap a GMC grill onto the front of my Astro, but here are the extra questions.....
Will this insert
Fit in this grill...
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Last post by CaptSquid
Mon Jul 25, 2011 8:12 am
Digital Thermometer
Replies: 2
by
laleyenda »
Wed Jul 20, 2011 9:21 am
Hello all, I was looking for a related topic, but i did not find anything like, my problem is this, when I turn on the ignition, the indicator of the...
2 Replies
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Last post by laleyenda
Fri Jul 22, 2011 8:51 am
Electric locks/window switches
Replies: 10
by
1Gary »
Sun Jul 17, 2011 11:09 pm
For the whole time I have owned the 94 LT I have hated the location of the electric lock switches and window switches.I am constantly hitting the...
10 Replies
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Last post by 1Gary
Tue Jul 19, 2011 10:55 am
Bolts in swivel chairs?
by
Mardi »
Wed Jul 13, 2011 9:21 pm
I have a question about the safety of the 5/8 s30400 bolt used to attach the seat to the frame of the swivel chair. There's only this one bolt...
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Last post by Mardi
Wed Jul 13, 2011 9:21 pm
Semi-Silly Question
Replies: 5
by
CaptSquid »
Sat Jul 09, 2011 5:13 pm
As the title suggests, this is a semi-silly question.
How does one remove the dash trim piece on a 98 Stro? Is it screwed in, clip in, or Velcro or...
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Last post by CaptSquid
Sun Jul 10, 2011 8:30 am
2 Replies
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Last post by astroturf
Sun Jul 03, 2011 2:27 pm
Interior configurations ...
Replies: 5
by
Jeffryscott »
Tue Jun 21, 2011 10:21 pm
Hi, I am considering an Astro/Safari and am wondering how configurable the rear seating is. Do the benches fold flat to make a bed if need be, are...
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Last post by astroturf
Thu Jun 30, 2011 7:03 pm
strange noise help decoding please
by
moparnut »
Tue May 31, 2011 4:40 am
ive got a 97 astro with 198,000 on it and when i drive 65 and over i get a weird buzzing sound. kinda like a short or arching/sparking sound from...
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Last post by moparnut
Tue May 31, 2011 4:40 am
Dome lights won't go off..
Replies: 5
by
leadtrombone »
Sun May 29, 2011 11:15 am
The other day my dome lights seemed to be stuck on. At first i thought it was a door not closed all the way. But after double checking and engaging...
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Last post by leadtrombone
Sun May 29, 2011 11:15 pm
Home-made interior rear door handle
Replies: 6
by
JTalley »
Tue Mar 01, 2011 6:39 pm
My van has the double doors. Someone who owned it before me cut a rectangular hole in one of them for some reason. I found that I can reach in and...
6 Replies
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Last post by doyoulikeithere
Tue May 17, 2011 9:46 pm
How do I replace my ignition?
Replies: 15
by
JTalley »
Fri Apr 29, 2011 11:43 pm
My ignition can turn without the key. I never thought that was too much of a problem until I had 4 people try to steal my van within 10 minutes.
Not...
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Fri May 13, 2011 3:11 pm
2nd row question
Replies: 1
by
moparnut »
Mon May 09, 2011 4:22 am
what vehicles if any do the 2nd and 3rd row seats swap in from. i have a 97 astro and i am looking for rear seats. can any that have the same latch...
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Last post by Herbie
Mon May 09, 2011 10:18 am
4 Replies
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Last post by astroturf
Sun May 08, 2011 7:14 pm
Second Row Bench Seat, 99 Safari
Replies: 3
by
realfake »
Fri Apr 29, 2011 12:35 pm
great forum. first post! looking forward to lots of good information.
right now I have the second row captain's chairs taken out and just have a...
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Last post by realfake
Mon May 02, 2011 6:51 pm
blower question
Replies: 6
by
safari kev »
Tue Mar 29, 2011 7:05 pm
I've noticed that when I turn on my fan for the heater, it doesnt blow very forcefully. It puts out a ton of heat, which keeps me warm, but I would...
6 Replies
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Last post by CaptSquid
Wed Mar 30, 2011 9:38 pm
2nd row Captains chairs
Replies: 6
by
beavernation »
Fri Mar 25, 2011 9:44 pm
So I am lookin at a ton of Astro's online right now trying to narrow it down :rolleyes: . Most of them have the bench in the second row. One of my...
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Last post by beavernation
Sat Mar 26, 2011 8:49 pm
Dash board questions
Replies: 11
by
markmitchinnh »
Wed Dec 29, 2010 2:48 pm
I have both a 93 and a 94 dash assembly I prefer the 94 gauges so my questions are: can I use the 94 gauge assembly in the 93 dash or do I need to...
11 Replies
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Last post by LiftedAWDAstro
Thu Mar 17, 2011 3:54 am
Door wont open
Replies: 2
by
alexalexanders »
Tue Mar 15, 2011 5:44 pm
Ok i got a problem. Last nite when i went to lock the drivers door from the inside(i have manual locks) i couldnt push the lock button down as if it...
2 Replies
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Last post by alexalexanders
Tue Mar 15, 2011 7:22 pm
1998 astro wood gauge cluster trim
Replies: 3
by
niagaradood »
Sun Mar 13, 2011 10:12 pm
I was digging around good old ebay a few weeks ago and came across an awesome looking wood trim that went around the instrument cluster. didn't have...
3 Replies
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Last post by niagaradood
Tue Mar 15, 2011 1:25 pm
Interior lighting
Replies: 5
by
MountainManJoe »
Tue Mar 08, 2011 7:42 pm
Minor mod I just did. The dome lights/reading lights weren't cutting the mustard. I know it looks rather caveman-ish, but like most of the things I...
5 Replies
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Mon Mar 14, 2011 3:19 pm
leather seat swap
Replies: 4
by
blacknome »
Tue Feb 22, 2011 11:13 am
Are there any seats out there that are an easy swap into the van ?? I was looking at the neighbors 96 caddy that he is parting out, nice and comfy,...
4 Replies
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Last post by safari kev
Wed Feb 23, 2011 6:31 pm
1994 LT captains seats
Replies: 3
by
1Gary »
Mon Jan 31, 2011 7:14 am
For all the yrs I have owned this van I have almost never tried to set in the back of it.The captains seats by the slider seem not to have a tilt on...
3 Replies
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Last post by blk lt awd
Tue Feb 01, 2011 11:16 pm
Dutch door window latches
Replies: 12
by
1Gary »
Tue Nov 16, 2010 8:18 am
The dutch door latches on my 1994 LT releases only on the passenger side.I had someone push the button while I tried to pull it open and nope,the...
12 Replies
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Last post by 1Gary
Mon Jan 31, 2011 6:29 pm
How to upgrade over head console
Replies: 33
by
astromaddox »
Mon Nov 30, 2009 5:03 pm
Hi All just need some advice please.
I want to upgrade my 96 console to a 2000 one as they have the
Direction of travel (compass)
Temperature...
33 Replies
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Last post by willisworms
Sun Jan 30, 2011 9:16 am
Plans for My Safari's Convertible Bed
Replies: 12
by
Jennifer »
Sat Jan 01, 2011 9:12 pm
Hi everyone! Just for fun I thought I'd post my plan (sorry for the terrible paint image) for my Safari's bed. I needed a bed that could convert to a...
12 Replies
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Last post by VanGoGo
Thu Jan 27, 2011 9:13 am
Gear selector
Replies: 7
by
MountainManJoe »
Thu Dec 25, 2008 10:18 pm
I have a problem with the gear indicator in my guage cluster. You know the red box that lights up behind your gear. It acts very eratically....
7 Replies
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Sat Jan 08, 2011 1:43 pm
OEM seat covers
Replies: 2
by
fireguy »
Sun Dec 26, 2010 6:44 am
Hi all, this is the best sight for our Astro vans I have found. I would like to know a source for OEM seat covers for my 01
astro. Thanks
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Last post by fireguy
Sun Dec 26, 2010 3:26 pm
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