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Re: Gordon 1998 Chevrolet Express 2500 8 passenger
SafariTim #790566 April 20th 2022 8:42 pm
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Good looking van Tim, how do you like working out of a full size in comparison to the astros?
I switched to a safari back in 2000 and never looked back. I imagine the big van is more comfy hauling a big family.


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Re: Gordon 1998 Chevrolet Express 2500 8 passenger
SafariTim #790578 April 20th 2022 10:39 pm
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I have been switching around from van to van lately. 2007 and 2014 Town and Country, 2005 safari, lifted 1998 astro, and 1998 express. The safari was awesome, but had its limits. Power, towing, and space. The Express has no limits. Seats 8 and fits 6 bikes. Towed the Safari like it wasn't there. The Town and Country is tight, with 5 kids ages 3-12. Took it to the beach, the sto-and-go option is nice. We even had 2 coolers on the rack in the hitch. She was feeling the weight. Drove it to the store today felt like a civic. I can reach the passenger door from the driver seat. They all do thier jobs well. The wife loves her van. Easy to get in and out. Damn near every door opens at the touch of a button. 4 windows that roll down.

But for me, it's the express hands down! Ford's shifter that folds flat has nothing on the Express and its ability to comfortably fit a woman kneeling between the front seats and it's high enough most people cant see the ponytail.

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Re: Gordon 1998 Chevrolet Express 2500 8 passenger
SafariTim #790579 April 20th 2022 10:43 pm
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I to add fuel mileage, forget that! It's all about the smiles per gallon!

Re: Gordon 1998 Chevrolet Express 2500 8 passenger
SafariTim #791028 May 08th 2022 9:57 pm
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Been working hard! My business took off and I'm playing catch up. Hated working out of the van. Gordon is like new inside. With soft, clean, carpet. So, I got an old trailer from a buddy cheap. Rear door had some water damage. Replaced the boards and added extra bracing for shelfs. Lots of sanding! Hopefully it will be done next weekend.
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Just going to paint it white with my company name in black. Got all new lights also. As you can see from the pictures things are tight. Looking for my next trailer already and will more than likely sell/trade this trailer. Looking for some cool aluminum wheels, missed a set of slots. Aluminum polishing is part of my business, so I need cool wheels. Finishing Gordon's new wheels. He is overdue for an oil change and tire rotation.
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And this is the final hand polish. They still need to be washed. Should get them mounted Thursday.

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Re: Gordon 1998 Chevrolet Express 2500 8 passenger
SafariTim #791036 May 09th 2022 9:56 am
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Good find Tim!
Everybody here pulls a trailer. In SoCal, not so much, to the jobsite, as per parking, tight maneuvering. Nice unit.


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Re: Gordon 1998 Chevrolet Express 2500 8 passenger
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Re: Gordon 1998 Chevrolet Express 2500 8 passenger
SafariTim #791061 May 10th 2022 12:27 am
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Nice find. It's good to hear your business is rock n' !

Re: Gordon 1998 Chevrolet Express 2500 8 passenger
SDMickey #791097 May 10th 2022 6:37 pm
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Ordered and waiting on center caps to come in. I ordered shorter caps the original caps are 5.5 inches and I ordered the shortest I could find at 3.5 inches.

But the real reason for this post is to brag. Today I pulled to a stop, looking at the Astro van sitting at the light. Maybe a 2000 RWD, had some rims like my old Safari and those huge tow mirrors from a newer diesel truck. The light turned green, he took off pretty quick. So, I pushed Gordon to 3/4 power. And pulled passed him. I laughed as I got a full length ahead. I looked back at them and noticed he was still pushing the astro. I already lifted, but couldn't help myself. I pushed Gordon up to full power. The 4L80 dropped down a gear and Gordon stood up! I was about 15 lengths ahead when I lifted this time. I love this van!

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Re: Gordon 1998 Chevrolet Express 2500 8 passenger
SafariTim #791175 May 12th 2022 6:03 pm
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Center caps have not came in yet. Still waiting to get the wheels mounted. But I wanted to share progress on the trailer.
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Very happy with the outcome. Should beable to double my money when it comes time to upgrade.

One man's trash is another man's treasure!
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