I have previously worked at a parts store and as a helicopter mechanic so I am not lost when it comes to wrenching but I am new to the 'Stro. Looking forward to learning my new vehicle and all the bugs that it has.
New Guy
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BBSig
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New Guy
I recently purchased a 2002 Astro AWD and new it needed some work so I found the forum. Been doing some reading and fixing it up. Already fixed a few problems based on what had previously been posted and appreciate all the info that is out here. Looking forward to contributing one day.
I have previously worked at a parts store and as a helicopter mechanic so I am not lost when it comes to wrenching but I am new to the 'Stro. Looking forward to learning my new vehicle and all the bugs that it has.
I have previously worked at a parts store and as a helicopter mechanic so I am not lost when it comes to wrenching but I am new to the 'Stro. Looking forward to learning my new vehicle and all the bugs that it has.
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Barry
2002 Astro AWD
2002 Astro AWD
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LiftedAWDAstro
- I have my van tatooed on my cheeks
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- Location: New Haven, NY
Re: New Guy
Welcome! Nice, clean van! 
Current rides:
2013 Toyota Tundra DC 4x4
2008 Dodge Nitro 4x4
2005 Nissan Sentra 1.8S Special Edition
Mileage spreadsheet
Vans owned:
1986 Safari 2.5L 4 speed manual - scrapped
1995 Astro 2WD conversion 4.11 posi, shift kit, DHC rock rails - sold to Skippy
1998 Astro 4x4 D44, D60, NP231, full hydraulic system with 9k# Milemarker winch and snow plow - sold to Lockdoc
2003 Astro AWD all stock - traded for a 3/4 ton truck
2005 AWD, 4.10's - sold to skippy
2013 Toyota Tundra DC 4x4
2008 Dodge Nitro 4x4
2005 Nissan Sentra 1.8S Special Edition
Mileage spreadsheet
Vans owned:
1986 Safari 2.5L 4 speed manual - scrapped
1995 Astro 2WD conversion 4.11 posi, shift kit, DHC rock rails - sold to Skippy
1998 Astro 4x4 D44, D60, NP231, full hydraulic system with 9k# Milemarker winch and snow plow - sold to Lockdoc
2003 Astro AWD all stock - traded for a 3/4 ton truck
2005 AWD, 4.10's - sold to skippy
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mdmead
- I plan to be buried in my van
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Re: New Guy
Welcome!
Matt
Selah, WA
-96 GMC Safari AWD Hi-Top Conversion -->Stalled 5.3L swap & 5" lift
-74 Ford Bronco -->Far from perfect but mine!
-99 V-10 Ford Super Duty Super Cab 4x4 -->Stock with 285 Cooper ATs
-00 Ford Focus Wagon -->The Red Turd
-95 Ford 24' Class C Motorhome -->My big block sleeper
-07 Can-Am Outlander XT -->My yellow 4x4 quad for work & play
-04 Ski Doo REV Summit -->Still several chassis behind!
No new projects until the current ones are done!
Selah, WA
-96 GMC Safari AWD Hi-Top Conversion -->Stalled 5.3L swap & 5" lift
-74 Ford Bronco -->Far from perfect but mine!
-99 V-10 Ford Super Duty Super Cab 4x4 -->Stock with 285 Cooper ATs
-00 Ford Focus Wagon -->The Red Turd
-95 Ford 24' Class C Motorhome -->My big block sleeper
-07 Can-Am Outlander XT -->My yellow 4x4 quad for work & play
-04 Ski Doo REV Summit -->Still several chassis behind!
No new projects until the current ones are done!
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MountainManJoe
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I have my van tatooed on my cheeks
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BBSig
Topic author - I am merely driving my van
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Re: New Guy
Thanks for the welcome and I am sure I will see you guys around here...
Barry
2002 Astro AWD
2002 Astro AWD
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badassastro
- I finally get the smurf thing
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Re: New Guy
Welcome
85 pro street Astro, parted & scrapped
98 pro street Astro, 33x22 rear tires, all aluminum 335 hp LS1 motor
PRO STREET 4 LIFE
98 pro street Astro, 33x22 rear tires, all aluminum 335 hp LS1 motor
PRO STREET 4 LIFE
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MobileCustoms
- I am smitten with my van
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Re: New Guy
Welcome!
1995 Astro AWD
174,000 miles and counting
Mobile Customs - Vehicle Wraps, Signs & Graphics
http://www.MobileCustoms.com
Facebook Page:http://www.Facebook.com/MobileCustoms
174,000 miles and counting
Mobile Customs - Vehicle Wraps, Signs & Graphics
http://www.MobileCustoms.com
Facebook Page:http://www.Facebook.com/MobileCustoms
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doyoulikeithere
- I plan to be buried in my van
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Re: New Guy
A helicopter Mechanic eh?
So what is the torque value to be used on an S92A "Whenever Tail Rotor Drive Shaft Section I is installed or Tail Rotor Drive Shaft Section I attaching hardware is loosened: Perform torque stabilization procedure within 5-15 flight hours. Refer to task: 65-11-01-420-001."
?!?! Just razzin ya.......
Welcome Aboard !
So what is the torque value to be used on an S92A "Whenever Tail Rotor Drive Shaft Section I is installed or Tail Rotor Drive Shaft Section I attaching hardware is loosened: Perform torque stabilization procedure within 5-15 flight hours. Refer to task: 65-11-01-420-001."
?!?! Just razzin ya.......Welcome Aboard !
2021 Yamaha Tenere 700 - Blue.
2016 Yamaha XSR900 - Silver.
1990 Astro - AWD - Brown.
1987 Astro - With 5 Speed & 4wd - Silver & Blue.
2016 Yamaha XSR900 - Silver.
1990 Astro - AWD - Brown.
1987 Astro - With 5 Speed & 4wd - Silver & Blue.
Re: New Guy
Welcome.doyoulikeithere wrote:A helicopter Mechanic eh?
So what is the torque value to be used on an S92A "Whenever Tail Rotor Drive Shaft Section I is installed or Tail Rotor Drive Shaft Section I attaching hardware is loosened: Perform torque stabilization procedure within 5-15 flight hours. Refer to task: 65-11-01-420-001."
Welcome Aboard !
doyoulikeithere-Did you sneak some rotor blades on your van while we weren't looking??.
#-o 
1979 Malibu drag race only car
1999 Sonoma 4.3 5 speed-Rufus
1989 Astro-Ole Yellar cancelled-still selling off parts
1985 Astro-shop van R.I.P. my friend
1994 Astro LT RWD W4.3 rod knock RIP
1982 Winnebago single rear wheel-Chevy 350 Scraped 1/28/13-broken dreams......
Rochester,NY
1999 Sonoma 4.3 5 speed-Rufus
1989 Astro-Ole Yellar cancelled-still selling off parts
1985 Astro-shop van R.I.P. my friend
1994 Astro LT RWD W4.3 rod knock RIP
1982 Winnebago single rear wheel-Chevy 350 Scraped 1/28/13-broken dreams......
Rochester,NY
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doyoulikeithere
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Re: New Guy
Well, no.
But, if I ever decide to be the first to do a GE CT7-8A (S92A) engine swap into an Astro, Gary, I hope you are the first to see the pix !
Should fit no prob !! LOL. And the 2634 shp would be a nice little bump, eh?
Where doya think I could get an adapter to bolt that to my T5 5 speed ?
But, if I ever decide to be the first to do a GE CT7-8A (S92A) engine swap into an Astro, Gary, I hope you are the first to see the pix !
Should fit no prob !! LOL. And the 2634 shp would be a nice little bump, eh?
Where doya think I could get an adapter to bolt that to my T5 5 speed ?
2021 Yamaha Tenere 700 - Blue.
2016 Yamaha XSR900 - Silver.
1990 Astro - AWD - Brown.
1987 Astro - With 5 Speed & 4wd - Silver & Blue.
2016 Yamaha XSR900 - Silver.
1990 Astro - AWD - Brown.
1987 Astro - With 5 Speed & 4wd - Silver & Blue.