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    Van camping in -40

    We're up here in Fairbanks Alaska, so cold is a concern for us as well. Some thoughts: We slept last year in -18 (F) with a propex heater and a Chevy Express with an uninsulated floor. It was a great trip to Denali NP during the shortest days of the year. We were comfortable on the bed sleeping...
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    Wayfarer Vans minimalist conversion kit

    Turns out they are in Colorado Springs, and I ran into that rig in the King Soopers parking lot. Me (Chevy Express owner, former Westy Owner) and another woman (current Westy owner) both flocked to this thing in the parking lot to check it out. It's cool, and I always like meeting folks who are...
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    Van advice and opinions

    Around here (in Colorado), AWD Expresses go fast, for almost twice as much cost, and 1/2 the hauling capacity. I went the 2500 route with a factory LSD, and don't have any regrets. Snow tires in the winter, and the more I build it out, the more weight that adds over the rear tires. The PO...
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    Pop-tops: are they worth it?

    As a former Vanagon owner, now Express, I've had the same debate. To me, a poptop is a compromise between a hightop and our current Express Low Top. Being able to stand up would be amazing, and having upper and lower beds is key to sleeping up to 4 people in a van at the same time. My Chevy...
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    Chevy Express window 'flares' for sideways sleeping - any interest?

    Interested, but honestly my interest level is probably not going to match that price level. We already sleep sideways in the van, but we're only 5'8", and I'm thinking of thinning out my insulation to gain an inch or two.
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    Introducing...Autumn, the 2003 Chevy Express 2500 2wd

    So inspired to read all of the accounts on here. For me, at the moment, changing over to snow tires is an adventure. Snow tires from the previous owner (Yay!). No jack to be found in the vehicle (boo!). Lug wrench provided with the van was insufficient, so you find yourself at the hardware store...
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    Introducing...Autumn, the 2003 Chevy Express 2500 2wd

    I'm usually a lurker to these types of forums, but I've decided to dive in with a build thread.... So, I am the new owner (with my GF) of this lovely 2003 Chevy Express 2500. Since I also cruise these posts looking for photos, here you go: Background: I'm a previous Vanagon owner, which I...
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