My mods list
Posted: Fri Jun 22, 2007 11:45 am
I wanted to document all of my mods in one place. I will list part numbers, links to manufacturers and retailers, and links to my install posts where I can. I don't know if anyone is interested in these or not but I wanted to gather them all together before I start forgetting things and misplacing part numbers.
Vehicle:
2002 Chevrolet Astro LS
8 Passenger (dual rear bench seats)
3.73:1 axle ratio, open diffs
Factory towing package
Pulls 2006 Fleetwood Sun Valley pop-up camper 450/3500# fully loaded
Mods:
Brakes/Suspension/Chasis
LT tires #Multi-Mile Wild Country Radial XTX LT215/75R15 Multi-Mile
Full size spare tire #OEM aluminum wheel from bone yard and above tire Car-Part
Gabriel Hi-Jackers air shocks #49215 Gabriel Autozone - Post coming
Gabriel dual valve fill kit #140656 Gabriel - Post coming
Prodigy Brake controller # Tekonsha RV Wholesalers Post 1 - Wiring post coming
Upgraded power feed for trailer # Factory #12 wire plus 3 more #12 - Post coming
Equal-i-zer Hitch # Progress Mfg. RV Wholesalers
7pin/4pin trailer wiring connector
Interior/Exterior
AutoMeter dual gauge pillar pod #15122 AutoMeter Summit Post
Aeroforce Technology Interceptor Scan Gauge #PT-201 Aeroforce Race Car Supply Post
Summit 7-color 2 1/16" tach #G2870 Summit Post
Relocated hood release cable # Fabricated Post
Winter Front/Bug Screen #WF928-2 Fia Post
Cipa towing mirrors #10200 Cipa Summit - Post coming
Swapped front and rear bench to allow easier back seat access - Post coming
Engine/Powertrain
HD 1" core radiator #1786 Reach Cooling Post
4000cfm dual e-fans #16928 Derale Summit Post
2 adjustable fan controllers #16759 Derale Summit Post
Box for housing fan relays/controllers (junction box) #J-JB Rigid Hitch-pdf Post
Aluminum e-fan mount/shroud extension and radiator support # Fabricated Post
Fans wired for high/low speed using third relay to switch fans between series/parallel Post - Wiring diagram coming
145 Amp alternator and upgraded wiring # - Post coming
Longer Serpentine belt # Stock belt listed as 95.5" inside 96 1/8" outside - 1" longer was perfect fit - Post coming
Tru-Cool 4490 transmission cooler #4490 Tru-Cool Bulkpart Post
Mods in progress or collecting parts for:
11" rear drum brake upgrade
---Backing plates for 1976-1996 Caprice from GM Vintage Parts #18002392 fits Right and Left
1 Ton Pickup front calipers/pads
Ram air
Autoleveling using GM parts
Fan indicator light
TCC indicator light
A/C override switch
Want to do someday:
Headers
Performance muffler - quiet suggestions?
CFM Throttle plate or an oversize TB
LED Tail lights
Grille Guard - has anyone found one?
Fixes:
Door shims for sliding door GM#15023683 - Post coming
Sliding door alignment pins GM#15740622 - Post coming
Dutch door liftgate release/power lock switch - Post coming
Crankshaft Position Sensor O-Ring #10476885
Reverse Boost Valve #24224510 Note: there are 2 different versions of the valve to fit the 4 different pump housings Post
I will continue to update this list as I add/want new things. I will also fill in missing info and links as I recall or find them, so check back often for edits and updates if you're interested.
Edited 6/25/08 23:13CDT
Vehicle:
2002 Chevrolet Astro LS
8 Passenger (dual rear bench seats)
3.73:1 axle ratio, open diffs
Factory towing package
Pulls 2006 Fleetwood Sun Valley pop-up camper 450/3500# fully loaded
Mods:
Brakes/Suspension/Chasis
LT tires #Multi-Mile Wild Country Radial XTX LT215/75R15 Multi-Mile
Full size spare tire #OEM aluminum wheel from bone yard and above tire Car-Part
Gabriel Hi-Jackers air shocks #49215 Gabriel Autozone - Post coming
Gabriel dual valve fill kit #140656 Gabriel - Post coming
Prodigy Brake controller # Tekonsha RV Wholesalers Post 1 - Wiring post coming
Upgraded power feed for trailer # Factory #12 wire plus 3 more #12 - Post coming
Equal-i-zer Hitch # Progress Mfg. RV Wholesalers
7pin/4pin trailer wiring connector
Interior/Exterior
AutoMeter dual gauge pillar pod #15122 AutoMeter Summit Post
Aeroforce Technology Interceptor Scan Gauge #PT-201 Aeroforce Race Car Supply Post
Summit 7-color 2 1/16" tach #G2870 Summit Post
Relocated hood release cable # Fabricated Post
Winter Front/Bug Screen #WF928-2 Fia Post
Cipa towing mirrors #10200 Cipa Summit - Post coming
Swapped front and rear bench to allow easier back seat access - Post coming
Engine/Powertrain
HD 1" core radiator #1786 Reach Cooling Post
4000cfm dual e-fans #16928 Derale Summit Post
2 adjustable fan controllers #16759 Derale Summit Post
Box for housing fan relays/controllers (junction box) #J-JB Rigid Hitch-pdf Post
Aluminum e-fan mount/shroud extension and radiator support # Fabricated Post
Fans wired for high/low speed using third relay to switch fans between series/parallel Post - Wiring diagram coming
145 Amp alternator and upgraded wiring # - Post coming
Longer Serpentine belt # Stock belt listed as 95.5" inside 96 1/8" outside - 1" longer was perfect fit - Post coming
Tru-Cool 4490 transmission cooler #4490 Tru-Cool Bulkpart Post
Mods in progress or collecting parts for:
11" rear drum brake upgrade
---Backing plates for 1976-1996 Caprice from GM Vintage Parts #18002392 fits Right and Left
1 Ton Pickup front calipers/pads
Ram air
Autoleveling using GM parts
Fan indicator light
TCC indicator light
A/C override switch
Want to do someday:
Headers
Performance muffler - quiet suggestions?
CFM Throttle plate or an oversize TB
LED Tail lights
Grille Guard - has anyone found one?
Fixes:
Door shims for sliding door GM#15023683 - Post coming
Sliding door alignment pins GM#15740622 - Post coming
Dutch door liftgate release/power lock switch - Post coming
Crankshaft Position Sensor O-Ring #10476885
Reverse Boost Valve #24224510 Note: there are 2 different versions of the valve to fit the 4 different pump housings Post
I will continue to update this list as I add/want new things. I will also fill in missing info and links as I recall or find them, so check back often for edits and updates if you're interested.
Edited 6/25/08 23:13CDT
