boardrider247
Weekend warrior anarchist
There is also the option to swap out the single speed transfer case for a high/low unit. There is a thread here where it was done without too much hassle.
Savana/ Express Van Builds
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There is also the option to swap out the single speed transfer case for a high/low unit. There is a thread here where it was done without too much hassle.
Renegade42
Rendegade
Hey everyone, I am new to the Adventure van scene and am currently building up a 2002 Chevy Express 2500 hightop conversion to use for touring, camping and pulling my toyhauler. Problem I'm having is finding aftermarket bumpers, brushguards, tire carriers and leveling kit for front. Anyone have thoughts on where to look?
2002 Chevy Express 2500
2002 GMC Savana 1500
2002 Chevy Express 2500
2002 GMC Savana 1500
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bbbthreat
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Check out these threads for good info on lifts and parts crossover.
https://expeditionportal.com/forum/...-info-thread-all-years-1500-2500-3500.172857/
https://expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/another-lift-thread.198193/
Because you have an older GM van of the 96-02 variety, you have access to more lift options and crossover with using truck parts for a lift. I would probably go with 4" spindle lift to be able to clear a 285 tire. 2" coil spacer will work on 265 sized tires, but anything bigger would require some trimming.
As far as bumpers go, you will have to fab something yourself. There is nothing readily available. I found a guy who mounted Iron Cross bumpers on, but he never responded to my emails as far as what he used and did. Here are some pics.
https://expeditionportal.com/forum/...-info-thread-all-years-1500-2500-3500.172857/
https://expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/another-lift-thread.198193/
Because you have an older GM van of the 96-02 variety, you have access to more lift options and crossover with using truck parts for a lift. I would probably go with 4" spindle lift to be able to clear a 285 tire. 2" coil spacer will work on 265 sized tires, but anything bigger would require some trimming.
As far as bumpers go, you will have to fab something yourself. There is nothing readily available. I found a guy who mounted Iron Cross bumpers on, but he never responded to my emails as far as what he used and did. Here are some pics.
Len.Barron
Observer
https://weldtecdesigns.com/product/chevrolet-express-lift-spindle-1996-2002/
He also makes tube bumpers for the earlier express/savana.
He also makes tube bumpers for the earlier express/savana.
_hein_
Observer
Greetings Savana/Express enthusiasts. We are now able to produce vent adapters for the Savana/Express vans. Our adapters absorb the contours of the roof and provide a flat slightly elevated platform for the RV vent. We have been making these for other vans for some time.
All the best,
Hein
All the best,
Hein
check out move bumpers they just began offering a kit for the older model vans. I and others requested and they delivered. Cost me $550 and I had it welded locally. Really quality bumper and super always to fab. I helped the welder and we did it in 2 hours. I then primed it and painted it flat black. weighs about 80 lbs complete. For leveling springs try SDtrucksprings.com they have them for 96-2002 they call them Heavy duty leveling springs. Sorry these are the only pics I have of the bumper. And I have not installed my springs yet. Mine is a 2002 3500 front chassis with a bus body.
