General technical discussion and troubleshooting
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Last post by Erhard
Fri Nov 01, 2024 10:33 am
No heat!
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Mr3eefy »
Tue Oct 29, 2024 5:51 am
Hey y’all,
My heat recently stopped working in my van.
(1995 g2500)
The heat stopped and then it’s like the vent to outside is stuck open and I’m...
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Tue Oct 29, 2024 7:59 pm
1992 G20 - frozen belt tensioner
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Erhard »
Sun Oct 27, 2024 1:42 pm
Hi folks, new here and probably a rookie question> I need to swap the alternator and for that I need to get the serpentine belt off. However, I can...
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Last post by Erhard
Mon Oct 28, 2024 1:27 pm
Radiators!
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BHBVan »
Fri Oct 25, 2024 5:45 am
Our 1990 Vandura rehabilitation is going well. Been tolerating minor rad leaks but finally getting to that. While shroud was out went ahead and did...
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Last post by BHBVan
Fri Oct 25, 2024 5:45 am
Harmonic Balancer
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BHBVan »
Mon Oct 21, 2024 5:40 am
Some of us rely on blogs to diagnose issues. Also talked to three mechanics and nobody mentioned this. My 1990 Vandura has been vibrating since we...
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Last post by sixsix
Mon Oct 21, 2024 2:09 pm
ABS tone ring for front rotors
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Gmanflying »
Fri Nov 17, 2023 8:34 pm
Hello, I bought new front rotors for my 1993 G20 van. The new rotors did not come with the ABS tone rings. Does anyone know the part number or where...
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Thu Oct 17, 2024 8:30 pm
No crank
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Mr3eefy »
Tue Sep 24, 2024 8:14 pm
When I turn the key in ignition, accessories do not turn on, no lights. Lights will not turn on at all when car off and usually they would. When I...
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Last post by slantflat
Sat Sep 28, 2024 3:57 pm
Broken Hood Cable
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slantflat »
Wed Apr 24, 2024 5:01 am
Hi everyone.
New guy here, have a 90 G20 Beauville. The hood release cable has broken and I need to get under the hood. Doesn't seem like there is...
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Last post by Mr3eefy
Tue Sep 24, 2024 8:16 pm
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Last post by LamboCaribbean
Sun Sep 15, 2024 3:02 pm
Rear Disc Brakes
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slantflat »
Wed Jul 24, 2024 2:26 pm
Hi everyone.
My van has never had terrific brakes, and I was thinking that maybe rear discs would help it out. It's a 90 G20. Did the later vans...
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Last post by WoodButcher
Sat Jul 27, 2024 8:54 am
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Sat Jul 20, 2024 10:02 pm
ls swap into a 88 g10 van
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Leggman »
Wed Jul 03, 2024 2:10 am
Coming along on my swap but I am wanting to eliminate the factory computer from the 88 that sits under the drivers side seat.
Can I just remove it...
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Tue Jul 16, 2024 11:14 pm
Motor Mounts 1990 Vandura
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BHBVan »
Mon May 06, 2024 2:53 pm
It appears motor mounts may be fairly easy to replace on my 1990 5.7. Any feedback much appreciated. Also, looks like its either OEM at $100 each, or...
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Last post by BHBVan
Mon Jun 10, 2024 11:54 am
Window switch wiring
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Vandurable »
Sat Jun 08, 2024 7:28 am
Does anyone happen to know if it's possible to use a wire to jump any connections on the window switches to get them to operate? Both of my actual...
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Sat Jun 08, 2024 1:28 pm
Name that sensor! Need quick help
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Vandurable »
Sat May 04, 2024 1:39 pm
Was buttoning up adding some hose clamps to my vacuum lines earlier and noticed the sensor in the picture and I'm assuming the vacuum line connected...
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Sat May 04, 2024 6:04 pm
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Wed May 01, 2024 1:23 pm
Fuel pump swap, need some help
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Vandurable »
Wed May 01, 2024 10:10 am
I have my tank sitting on the ground, waiting for the new pump to go in. All my fuel lines are disconnected but I noticed the harness has 3 wires...
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Wed May 01, 2024 11:23 am
Tank Drop
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BHBVan »
Sun Apr 07, 2024 6:05 am
1990 Vandura. About to drop tank for fuel pump, I think. Any tips? I'm experienced with wrenching but kinda hesitant and considering just letting my...
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Last post by WoodButcher
Mon Apr 29, 2024 4:22 pm
Where do I find parts for 1995 G2500
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LittleGiant »
Mon Apr 10, 2023 11:51 pm
I am very close to completing the gutting of my 1995 GMC G2500 Vandura. I'm starting to put a few things together now while I finish the last little...
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Last post by BHBVan
Sun Apr 28, 2024 8:20 am
G van engine swap and wiring.
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Martmah »
Wed Apr 17, 2024 1:08 am
Hello fellow g vanners. I have 89 g30 starcraft with a 6.2 and th400. I also aquired 93 g30 starcraft with a 6.2 and 4l60 for parts since the body is...
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Last post by WoodButcher
Sat Apr 20, 2024 5:02 am
Headlights
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ADepp »
Mon Mar 04, 2024 8:41 am
:usa:
Does the '96 G30 Beauville w/ quad headlights have sealed beams? Or does it use an adapter plate with some type of h4 bulb with a 900 series...
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Last post by WoodButcher
Tue Mar 05, 2024 6:12 am
Weatherstripping for the BIG side windows?
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Dobbie »
Sun Feb 18, 2024 2:45 pm
Hi - I'm at a loss as to what to call these big side windows (see attached pic). But I'm also at a loss as to where to find the weatherstripping for...
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Last post by WoodButcher
Sun Feb 25, 2024 2:26 pm
Wiper goin haywire
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by
Sshrum »
Mon Jan 08, 2024 5:23 pm
My 79 shorty all of sudden the wipers goin nuts. Has anyone had issues with the wipers not functioning correctly? Mine won’t work at all on low...
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Last post by WoodButcher
Sat Feb 24, 2024 1:06 pm
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Last post by Dobbie
Fri Feb 23, 2024 4:33 pm
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Last post by Bret Schmerker
Wed Jan 24, 2024 5:54 pm
Shifting issue automatic tranny
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by
Prairiewoman068 »
Mon Dec 18, 2023 10:22 am
1990 gmc vandura 2500, odometer was frozen when we bought it. It looks like someone has pushed the trip odo reset, and it didn't quite get to zero....
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Last post by Bret Schmerker
Wed Dec 20, 2023 6:14 pm
ABS code 86
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Gmanflying »
Sun Nov 12, 2023 1:05 pm
Hello,
I have a 1993 Chevy G20 Van with ABS Code 86 (a short in the anti-lock warning lamp). Any suggestion of how to fix this?
Thanks
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Sun Nov 12, 2023 6:38 pm
Busted Captain Seat
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by
mikesc »
Thu Nov 09, 2023 10:54 am
I have 1986 G-20 Royal conversion. Second row captain's seat is busted. It just falls back like the locking mechanism is broken. Is there a fix for...
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Thu Nov 09, 2023 6:51 pm
No power to dash or ignition.
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by
PsyRally »
Tue Jun 27, 2023 4:32 am
Hello all new to the forum. Picked up a1981 GMC RallySTX with a camper high top. Gutted the mouldy shag to prepare for a camper re do! Went out to...
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Wed Jun 28, 2023 12:56 pm
1985 G30 ALCL/ALDL Location
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hewilson2 »
Tue Jun 06, 2023 1:58 pm
According to my Haynes Manual and also the Chevy Shop Manual, the ALCL/ALDL OBD1 port should be under the dash beneath the instrument cluster. But I...
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Thu Jun 08, 2023 7:14 pm
Chevy G30 1995 Reverse Signal
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by
mrt638 »
Sat Jun 04, 2022 5:36 pm
Hello everyone!
I'm currently installing a reverse camera (and a whole new audio system). I was curious if anyone knew the location and color of the...
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Last post by LittleGiant
Wed Apr 12, 2023 9:20 pm
Instrument Cluster
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by
hewilson2 »
Fri Feb 17, 2023 9:45 am
I recently purchased and installed a restored instrument cluster - said to be compatible with '83 through '86 - for my '85 G30. The temp gauge was...
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Sat Feb 18, 2023 3:22 pm
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Mon Dec 26, 2022 8:01 pm
Where do I find a wiring harness
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LittleGiant »
Thu Dec 08, 2022 10:25 pm
79CB06CF-260D-4BD2-9ED8-D7AD327D3782.jpeg So I made a massive error the other day. While ripping out all the wiring for the old speaker system I got...
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Sat Dec 24, 2022 10:00 pm
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Sat Oct 29, 2022 12:26 pm
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Last post by WoodButcher
Thu Oct 20, 2022 9:22 am
GM Parts
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by
LittleGiant »
Fri Sep 30, 2022 1:10 am
I’ve tried several different websites. Rockauto is typically first go to, but there are others. I absolutely cannot find a place that sells a coolant...
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Last post by WoodButcher
Fri Sep 30, 2022 7:29 am
1995 G2500 Headlight malfunction
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by
LittleGiant »
Wed Sep 28, 2022 12:42 am
I just purchased a 1995 GMC G2500 Vandura Explorer. For some reason the headlights don't work, but the brights do. Any ideas? I've tried to find a...
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Thu Sep 29, 2022 6:14 am
Dexcool - keep or flush and swap?
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by
LittleGiant »
Wed Sep 28, 2022 12:57 am
The van I just purchased has dexcool in it. The reservoir is a disgusting mess because I'm told it common for them to look like brown rust. I would...
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Wed Sep 28, 2022 6:15 am
LED headlight upgrade for 4703
Replies: 2
by
banjojimmy »
Sat Aug 20, 2022 12:02 pm
Anybody have info on LED headlight upgrade for the 4703 type (low beam) in my 1993 G20 ? Only one I have found is at Headlight Experts: $199/pair...
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Last post by LittleGiant
Wed Sep 28, 2022 12:39 am
Need disc brake swap info
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by
Keithrus »
Thu Sep 15, 2022 5:04 pm
Hey there. I'm new and looking for information about swapping out a drum break rear end for disk brake. I have a 1994 G30.
Any ideas what newer year...
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Thu Sep 15, 2022 6:58 pm
Speedometer
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hewilson2 »
Tue Sep 13, 2022 8:42 pm
Recently purchased a 1985 G30 with a Wiinebago coach on it. The speedometer was not working. I replaced the cable and now the speedometer works but...
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Tue Sep 13, 2022 10:37 pm
Power steering pump mounting bracket
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by
AndyV »
Mon Jul 18, 2022 10:12 am
Hi all,
New member here. I have a weird issue. My van is a 91 G10 Sportvan (shorty) with a 4.3 V6. The part of the PS pump bracket that holds the...
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Last post by AndyV
Wed Jul 20, 2022 9:21 am
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Last post by Bret Schmerker
Mon Jun 27, 2022 2:43 pm
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Mon Jun 20, 2022 8:08 pm
Control arm work SOS
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by
brocephus93 »
Thu Jun 09, 2022 5:57 pm
Hey y’all
New to this forum. I am rebuilding the front end on my friend’s
1993 Chevy Van G20 — American Vans conversion
I could really use some...
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Last post by WoodButcher
Sat Jun 11, 2022 1:50 pm
81 GMC Vandura PCV Grommet
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DandW »
Thu Jun 09, 2022 8:18 am
Hi
I am trying to find a PCV grommet for a 1981 GMC Vandua IL6 250CI. I find a few different ones on the Internet bu not sure which is the proper...
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Last post by DandW
Thu Jun 09, 2022 8:18 am
Door Help
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CaryDG »
Mon May 23, 2022 5:46 pm
Hi group! Does anyone know where to get '81-'88 sliding door arm parts? Specifically the Small Torsion Springs that operate the 2 pawls in the roller...
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Last post by MountainManJoe
Tue May 24, 2022 6:18 pm
Radiator Support Swap
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by
001 »
Sun Apr 24, 2022 2:34 pm
Does anyone have a directory if the combinations available for swapping the nose pieces and inner radiator support and bumper pieces 1971-1996?
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Sun May 01, 2022 6:10 pm
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Sat Nov 06, 2021 9:27 am
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