Sounds like you realize the Astro question is not one of durability or reliability, its simply one of interior camping space: Do you want a smaller more nimble exterior dimension or a larger more spacious interior space?
As you stated, Space is a priority for you, so an Astro is probably out...
Since you guys are talking diesel swaps, there is a guy that swap in the Nissan diesel into a first generation Astro van. Claims he's getting 26 mpg. Said the Nissan diesel seemed like it was built For the Astro because it went in so easily.
In the end, it's a good looking little van. Should be...
Shoot me a PM if you'd prefer to have a second vehicle along for any BC mountains trips. Had a nice Vancouver Island trip this year but would still like to get out more.
And just like getting out with other vans in general. My usual traveling partner is a 1 ton Ford Sportsmobile, Railvan.
Thanks. I can still hop up into the pop top. And I still have enough dexterity to light the camp stove so I'll be good to go for a long while yet. Keep on truckin.
We were up there, too. Camped here on the river with a 2wd RoadTrek type Dodge, and a stock Explorer. Took my van up Fortune Creek and Van Epps.
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A couple days prior, we were on Vancouver Island with Railvan (who else?)
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It was dark when we finally found the...
It won't be "cheap" anymore by the time you get done converting it.
PM ihatemybike, he knows more about the problems involved. Or join astrosafarivans.com and ask "doyoulikeithere", he's done it among others.
Or put in your own straight axle and crossmember and 6" lift, v8.
Of course...
Funny paradox about this van: Because my family has grown, I could really use this van; but because my family has grown, I cannot really afford this van. :snorkel:
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