Savana/ Express Van Builds

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hitekhobo

Public Lands Accessor
OK It's been almost two years and no replies. I'll start.
I don't have a build thread but here's a picture of it.

The following are not mine but are cool builds by others.

Build Treads

2WD

dar395's Overland Van - 1998 Savana 2500

Advantr's Adventure Van - 2005 Savana 2500

hitek79 - 2011 Express 1500 Passenger


AWD

86cj - 2013 Savana 1500 AWD

Accrete's Light Overland Vehicle - 2010 Express 1500 AWD

aksavanaman's Big Red - 2007 Savana 1500 AWD Passenger

BoardRider's Great White Fun Hog - 2010 Savana 1500 AWD

Desert8rat - 2008 Express 1500 AWD Cargo

Gnarvan - 2010 AWD Express

iridewhellies - 2014 Express AWD cargo van PNW 4 season camper

kntr - 2006 Express 1500 AWD (this has become a much larger thread)

LYlqoY2Fo - 2008 Chevy Express AWD Project

mutumbo - 2011 Express 1500 AWD

NYCO - 2005 Savana 1500 AWD Pro

- 2004 GMC Savana AWD from conversion to camper

Zuren's The White Buffalo - 2005 Express 1500 AWD



4WD

Clydesdale - Express 3500 4x4 Conversion

Johny5's Stealth Camper Van - 2003 Savana 2500 4x4

sgosine's VanGo - 2010 Express 1500 4x4

Zuren's The White Buffalo - 2005 Express 1500 AWD


Write Ups
Tahoevan's DIY Poptop on an Express/Savana

Zuren's AWD to 4x4 conversion

Zuren's 1" body lift


Other Stuff
AWD in the sand

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agelessGIANT

Observer
Question for owners with lifts installed... Do you think you can fit 255/85r16s? I know they are 33" but they are narrow so maybe there would be less if any rubbing. I have read the 285/65r16s rub. Any input would be appreciated.
 
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Hobbs67

New member
I just installed the Rough Country lift in my 2009 Savana AWD van. I used everything in the kit but the rear shocks. I ended up using NAPA gas shocks off a 2500 van. The part number is NS 76763, and bolted right in. They are a couple of inches longer than the 1500 rear shocks. I have 285/70R17 Coopers on factory GMC alloy wheels and they fit great. I trimmed the rear edge of the front fender opening on the wheel well side, but I probably didn't need to. The cut isn't visible unless you look in the wheel well. They rub a little at full lock on the frame side. I think 295's would fit. The biggest thing is wheel offset.
 
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Mr. Nacho

New member
Hello Hobbs67, I'd like to see some Pics of your van? I'm starting a new build next month with a 2010 GMC AWD Savana and would like to go with a larger tire than the 265/75R-16 with the 2.5" Maxx torsion Key lift I currently have. I agree offset is the deciding factor and I have long contemplated trimming that front fender piece you speak of. My van is also coming with a slider door so aftermarket wheel offset will have to be spot on:) I'd like to use Cooper A/T3's with Fuel D524 Dunes or Fuel Boost D534, the boost offer more offset options so are most likely candidate.. Mr.Nacho
 
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fog cutter

Adventurer
got it in july. got three layers of 3 oz. primaloft in the walls and two 4 oz. in the ceiling, formica wall & ceiling panels fabricated and fitted in august. working on the cabinets now. send $$$ !
 
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Michael Crouch

New member
Curious for those with AWD - what kind of roads are you capable of getting on? I'm lurking around for a van and the Express is looking good, but I end up in Mexico and other spots that I'd be worried about without 4L.
 
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jdharrin

Observer
I've been hitting up forest roads all over CO and mine does pretty well with a small lift but you need to adjust your technique (momentum is your friend). Doesn't hurt to have a high risk tolerance for damage either. Where the lack of low really hurts you is when you need to use reverse so planning is key.
 
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