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Ah, got it. Be cool to see if Weldtec could come up with some sort of aftermarket solution even if it weren’t exactly the same. Not sure how much demand there would be but seems like a useful option.

This is a good point. Regearing will make you and the transmission much happier.

I think you’re headed in the right direction if you just plan on doing some forest roads and BLM roads. I basically never use 4wd for that sort of travel. Assuming you do not have a G80 in the rear diff? its a sort of auto locker type unit that likely will suffice for what you describe leaving...

Just thought of another idea, rear window blanks that can be opened for accessing things from the outside. Some GM service vans have them or have had them maybe as an option but it doesn't seem like something that can be added at this point.

Window flares would be incredible if you could pull those off. Otherwise I’d vote CCV or Field Van pop top. JW Speaker headlights will change your world at night too by the way. I can’t speak highly enough of them.

Boulder Offroad lists one on their site https://boulderoffroadvans.com/awd-1500

Love you’re working on another Express. MBRP down pipe and emissions in tact tune from Kennedy Diesel. 4.11 gears. Goes like stink.

Clydesdale has a good reputation for making a nice riding quality conversion and I don’t think you’ll have any problems at all going to the type of places you describe offroad. Onroad, the IFS is absolutely going to make you a happier camper. I daily drive my Quigley short wheel base Express...

You're right in that its not a manually engaged locker, it does work on its own when one wheel slips and rotates at 100 rpms more than the other. Its actually not a limited slip either though in that it can fully "lock" and apply equal torque to both wheels which most LSDs can't. Regardless is...

nothing has changed, they’ll work. Only difference I’ll add for anybody who is looking is that the doghouse on a 6.6 diesel is slightly bigger so a little bit of trimming is needed. Otherwise you should be good. Mine had a vinyl floor in it from the factory even though it’s a passenger, but I...

I had the weathertec’s initially and was never happy with them. I have the Lloyds now, much better.

Thumbs up on this, still super happy with mine.

Savana and Express are the same except the logo and haven’t changed much the last 10 years or so.....heck 20 years. I’d check with Weldtec and Timberline tho to make sure what years they support. They do both have the G80 locker as an option but not standard.

I second the notion to at least consider one of the GM vans. They are everywhere and are reliable. They can now be converted to 4x4 via DIY kits from Weldtec and Timberline now and will ride better than the Ford once converted.

I like those wheels, remind me a bit of the old turbine style wheels from the 70s and 80s that were on vans. Mind if I ask what brand and style?

Weldtec offers some for HD vans. Not sure about 1500 AWD vans though.

Great work! Some ambitious stuff but really looks great as it sits now.

Thanks. Once you get new tires I'd be interested to know the size of those and the height from the ground to the top of the wheel well. I think mine could still up up a little more and may hit Traxda up for the keys you got depending.

Looks like it came out great! When you get a chance, could you measure youre height at the top of each wheel well? Be interested to see how it compares to mine. What size tire as well? Congrats again, great find.

Looks like it was mentioned up earlier in the thread but I would reach out to Boulder Offroad.