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This past weekend I acquired a '79 Coachmen van (a modified G30 with SBC) and can not seem to find a dedicated forum for discussing Chevy vans...
![]() I would like to mod the engine like I would in my trucks, but need some advice and comments on what I should do to an engine that obviously has to continuously carry a load. Can I post here or should I take that kind of talk somewhere else... Steven
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Re: Can we discuss G10/G20/G30 vans or ...
you can post in here if you want but this is basically pickup trucks. You can try to ask in the engines and drivetrains section or even general discussion, where you will prolly get more replies
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Re: Can we discuss G10/G20/G30 vans or ...
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The lack of something similar for G10/G20/G30 owners, continues to prove just how great a resource that this board really is to truck owners... Steven
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Re: Can we discuss G10/G20/G30 vans or ...
A nice RV cam will do wonders.
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Re: Can we discuss G10/G20/G30 vans or ...
I've also wondered why there isn't a section for G-vans. After all, they are technically trucks, same drivetrains and all.
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I am going to take a close look between my K10 and the G30 to see how the engine bays are different. Obviously the truck's will have more engine bay space, as the driver's and passenger's feet wells do not extend into the area... I already know that the factory cruise master equipment is scattered across the intake manifold, instead of along the driver's side fender. ghettoluxury - I tried to PM you, but I guess you've disallowed it. Send me a PM please, you are so close I have probably seen your truck & smelled your exhaust...
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Re: Can we discuss G10/G20/G30 vans or ...
As i am also leaning towards getting a van---either an astro or G series, i too am perplexed at the lack of van forums on the net---especially considering the craze/explosion that happened inthe 70's.
In the meantime you might try chevytalk: http://www.chevytalk.org/fusionbb/portal/index.php They have a small, modest section (but a section nontheless) concerning 71-96 vans. Yes, i have caught "van fever." (30 yrs. late) Last edited by C-10 simplex; 12-18-2009 at 03:07 PM. Reason: more info |
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Re: Can we discuss G10/G20/G30 vans or ...
Ha! I guess you're right. ![]()
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Re: Can we discuss G10/G20/G30 vans or ...
i had one of those once....
![]() ![]() the falcon and my girl. needless to say, she was less than impressed.
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Re: Can we discuss G10/G20/G30 vans or ...
Did you get my pm?
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The foot wells and the removable cabin "hump" are a bit of a PITA when trying to do anything with the engine... Image trying to degrease an engine that is "inside" the cab of your truck, pressure washing is not your friend, unless you plan on replacing your upholstery... ![]()
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'51 Willys Wagon (SBC 350) '56 Willys Wagon (SBC 350) '77 Chevy Corvette 350 '79 Chevy G30 (Coachmen) 350 '79 Chevy G30 (Transvan) 350 Last edited by Boydness; 12-22-2009 at 09:17 AM. |
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