Van conversation

[J-mobzz]

I’m ready for a newer van to build out. Would prefer a Chevy Express with an LS based engine but open. If anyone see any decent deals that aren’t on KSL It would be greatly appreciated if you passed it along my way.

 

[Jesser04]

I’m ready for a newer van to build out. Would prefer a Chevy Express with an LS based engine but open. If anyone see any decent deals that aren’t on KSL It would be greatly appreciated if you passed it along my way.

There is a guy that in bountiful just off 5th south on the east side of the freeway that sales them pretty reasonable.

 

[J-mobzz]

There is a guy that in bountiful just off 5th south on the east side of the freeway that sales them pretty reasonable.

That’s right by my house I’ll go check it out tomorrow

 

[Jesser04]

That’s right by my house I’ll go check it out tomorrow

North of the utv place United moto I think.

 

[J-mobzz]

My Girlfriend and me snagged a 2011 GMC with all wheel drive and 102,000 miles. We are pretty stoked. Started working on it yesterday.

 

[I Lean]

If nothing else, that will make an awesome engine/drivetrain donor for something.

 

[J-mobzz]

If nothing else, that will make an awesome engine/drivetrain donor for something.

Let’s hope it’s worth more than that. AWD vans aren’t cheap.

 

[I Lean]

Let’s hope it’s worth more than that. AWD vans aren’t cheap.

Well, after it's wrecked (making it a suitable donor) it won't be worth as much.

In the meantime, I actually missed the AWD part. Sounds like you got yourself a Race Van.

 

[Jesser04]

What’s the plan with the old van?

 

[J-mobzz]

What’s the plan with the old van?

Im keeping it for the time being.

 

[J-mobzz]

So the new van shares the same torsion bar suspension as the 99-06 trucks. Looks like lots of 2” keys available some advertising 3”. I’m guessing pushing the 3” mark is bad on ball joints and possibly cv axles? Anyone have feedback on this? We would like to fit a 285 tire while avoiding a drop bracket lift kit.

 

[Kiel]

2 inch is usually good for CV angle, I like that roof rack!

 

[J-mobzz]

Vanpartment 2.0 has gotten some good use this summer and the inside is pretty done. I’ve added an auxiliary diesel heater, electrical system, fridge. Bed, storage but is about to undergo some upgrades.
High top salvaged from recycling yard
2-3” suspension lift
1-1.5” body lift. I’ll see what I need after the suspension is done.
285-70-17 shoes
Custom rock sliders and bumpers
And I’ll be swapping the awd tcase for a Silverado 241 flavor with 4 low.
Swivel seat on passenger seat
I put in new carpet when I first bought it but will be swapping it out for some laminate flooring also.

 

[Greg]

I love the direction you're taking it, seems like a great all around van!

 

[Kiel]

We need completed pictures!

 

[bryson]

Which diesel heater did you go with?

 

[J-mobzz]

Which diesel heater did you go with?

I went with this unit in both of my Vans. My only gripe is the supplied fuel tank on the one that’s been in for a year is starting to sweat so I’ll be upgrading those.

maXpeedingrods 5KW 12V Diesel Air Heater 10L Tank LCD Thermostat Monitor + Remote Control + Silencer for Bus Van Boat Trucks https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JB7QZWZ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fab_N-OGFb1TJ0H75

 

[Tonkaman]

I went with this unit in both of my Vans. My only gripe is the supplied fuel tank on the one that’s been in for a year is starting to sweat so I’ll be upgrading those.

maXpeedingrods 5KW 12V Diesel Air Heater 10L Tank LCD Thermostat Monitor + Remote Control + Silencer for Bus Van Boat Trucks https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JB7QZWZ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fab_N-OGFb1TJ0H75

Wow I had no idea you could get one for so cheap!

 

[Hickey]

Wow I had no idea you could get one for so cheap!

Me neither.

 

[J-mobzz]

Yeah the Chinese ones aren’t expensive. They put out a ton of heat too. When I go up snowboarding I’ll just leave it on low all day and walk into a warm van anytime I’m ready for a beer or lunch. They are much cheaper to run than a propane rv style furnace too.