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Posted: 10/5/2017 12:58:07 PM EDT
Noticed a short bodied chevy g10 a while back. Thought it would be cool to drive around, take to the games to tailgate, and maybe even camp out of. That one sold but yesterday saw a 92 dodge b250. This one isn't cool at all, big windows everywhere. Am I crazy thinking this is a good idea? Anyone else manage to drive a van and not seem like a creepy candy salesman?
Picture of short g10. 
Would be a 3rd vehicle to start with. Not selling the truck or road king. |
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Posted: 10/5/2017 1:00:12 PM EDT
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People think I'm a creeper when I drive mine, but that just adds to my scary reputation so I'm fine with it.
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Posted: 10/5/2017 1:00:46 PM EDT
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Me too
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Posted: 10/5/2017 1:01:44 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/5/2017 1:05:14 PM EDT
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Passenger vans have insulation and are more comfortable. You can tint the windows.
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Posted: 10/5/2017 1:11:00 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/5/2017 1:11:28 PM EDT
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Current van, 2016 Nissan NV 3500 Quigley 4x4
Previous van 2014 Chevy Express 3500 also a Quigley 4x4. 
They are pretty much my wife's although i do drive them when we go somewhere as a family. We outgrew large SUVs a couple kids ago. |
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Posted: 10/5/2017 1:17:56 PM EDT
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if you want a van then I think you should get a van
don't close off potentials because of what others think who knows, you could be the guy that brings vans back I like vans, they hold stuff. I just can't justify the purchase to myself and that's probably because I don't like vans as much as you do just be yourself little buddy, it'll be fine |
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Posted: 10/5/2017 1:20:57 PM EDT
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You going to sell pcp out of that?
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Posted: 10/5/2017 1:21:15 PM EDT
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Had two Dodge conversion vans - only trouble with them is that they were Dodge vans. I loved them - very versatile, and waaay more room than my truck. When ice fishing, it was awesome to pack everything I owned into it. They kept the kids separate for long trips, and I could haul sheets of plywood if I needed to.
Loved the Conversion vans - wished they had 4WD, sad that they were Chrysler products and fell apart far too early. |
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Posted: 10/5/2017 1:25:00 PM EDT
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if you want a van then I think you should get a van don't close off potentials because of what others think who knows, you could be the guy that brings vans back I like vans, they hold stuff. I just can't justify the purchase to myself and that's probably because I don't like vans as much as you do just be yourself little buddy, it'll be fine 
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Posted: 10/5/2017 1:26:00 PM EDT
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Want to do a 86 or so gm 4x4 with a 6.2 and upgrade to a cucv front and rear along with transfer case. Pretty cool and light use off-road worthy.
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Posted: 10/5/2017 1:26:48 PM EDT
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They're a good idea if you want to haul alot of stuff and keep it out of the elements. But I would want it to be more than a street cruiser.
If I was going to buy a van it would be something heavy duty and possibly 4X4. That way it could also be used as a bug out vehicle for you and the family, plus gear. Look for one that's used but not abused, that way you can save some money over buying new. Add a trailer hitch to it and now you can haul even more, plus if you hook up a camper you'll have a place to live on wheels. |
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Posted: 10/5/2017 1:26:56 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/5/2017 1:27:58 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/5/2017 1:29:06 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/5/2017 1:29:26 PM EDT
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They are great for school zones.
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Posted: 10/5/2017 1:30:15 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/5/2017 1:30:56 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/5/2017 1:31:19 PM EDT
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They can actually be pretty cool, and I have heard and seen some sexy vans in my lifetime.
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Posted: 10/5/2017 2:06:24 PM EDT
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There are some neat vans out there. I'd like to have a van done in the spirit of the A-Team van but not a replica.
Some craigslist potentials: 1979 Chevy van 1974 Ford Econoline Boogie van 1972 Ford Econoline (with sidepipes!) 1991 Chevy G20 van 1972 Chevy G10 van |
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Posted: 10/5/2017 2:26:35 PM EDT
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 Japanese Dodge vans at a DAJIBAN meeting at Ebisu Circuit |
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Posted: 10/5/2017 2:30:16 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/5/2017 2:31:55 PM EDT
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Current van, 2016 Nissan NV 3500 Quigley 4x4 https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/183699/IMG-0921-188613.jpg Previous van 2014 Chevy Express 3500 also a Quigley 4x4. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/183699/IMG-0517-236142.jpg They are pretty much my wife's although i do drive them when we go somewhere as a family. We outgrew large SUVs a couple kids ago. But definitely something like these (mid eighties would be ideal) or something like Motor Trend Channel did a while back with an LSx. |
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Posted: 10/5/2017 2:36:37 PM EDT
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I'd forgot about this one. Sweet. Quote HistoryQuoted:
I'd forgot about this one. Sweet. 
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUtud5NoqFQ[/youtube] |
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Posted: 10/5/2017 2:37:38 PM EDT
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I miss my 350 swapped Astro van.
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Posted: 10/5/2017 2:37:38 PM EDT
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I have a 2006 Ford E350 6.0L Powerstroke extended cargo van. It was a third the cost of the F350 Powerstroke and has a higher load capacity.
It can fit a lot of stuff, but it is ugly and slow and not much will make it look any better. |
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Posted: 10/5/2017 2:39:45 PM EDT
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They're a good idea if you want to haul alot of stuff and keep it out of the elements. But I would want it to be more than a street cruiser. If I was going to buy a van it would be something heavy duty and possibly 4X4. That way it could also be used as a bug out vehicle for you and the family, plus gear. Look for one that's used but not abused, that way you can save some money over buying new. Add a trailer hitch to it and now you can haul even more, plus if you hook up a camper you'll have a place to live on wheels. 
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Posted: 10/5/2017 2:46:19 PM EDT
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Want to do a 86 or so gm 4x4 with a 6.2 and upgrade to a cucv front and rear along with transfer case. Pretty cool and light use off-road worthy. Like this https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/457416/fe87db5be0c313d242e4bafa87e66d11--chevy-x-chevrolet-truck-325031.JPG 
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Posted: 10/5/2017 2:49:03 PM EDT
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Uncle Rico?
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Posted: 10/5/2017 2:49:57 PM EDT
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Dmac,
Yeah, that is what I would like to have. Bug out vehicle that can actually bug out, you can live in and be highly mobile. |
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Posted: 10/5/2017 2:53:24 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/5/2017 3:01:50 PM EDT
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"Rolling probable cause"
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUtud5NoqFQ |
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Posted: 10/5/2017 3:07:30 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/5/2017 3:09:38 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/5/2017 3:17:31 PM EDT
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Love the van porn.
The wife has told me that if I buy a van I have to live in it. My mother agreed with her. 
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Posted: 10/5/2017 3:40:24 PM EDT
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Vans are where its at.
very utilitarian. no more tarps and rain on cargo left to the elements, in a van the cargo is concealed from eyes of passers by and would be thieves. nap sleep or camp in as is or convert to more serious camper. Can save money not paying for hotels. haul lots of toys, easy for dogs bicycles and motorcycles fit ETA- the E series are discontinued and Mercedes Sprinter is the only factory 4x4 van available. rumored to be moving production to the USA soon, some work (re-assembly) currently in South Carolina. |
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Posted: 10/5/2017 5:04:46 PM EDT
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I didn't know Quigley was doing conversions Nissans. But definitely something like these (mid eighties would be ideal) or something like Motor Trend Channel did a while back with an LSx. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Current van, 2016 Nissan NV 3500 Quigley 4x4 https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/183699/IMG-0921-188613.jpg Previous van 2014 Chevy Express 3500 also a Quigley 4x4. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/183699/IMG-0517-236142.jpg They are pretty much my wife's although i do drive them when we go somewhere as a family. We outgrew large SUVs a couple kids ago. But definitely something like these (mid eighties would be ideal) or something like Motor Trend Channel did a while back with an LSx. Eta: I like this idea  Stealth CamperVan 2.0 New Mods! Carries Motorcycle Inside! - Tiny House |
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Posted: 10/5/2017 5:16:28 PM EDT
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Van's are sweet!!
Even the Ford delivery 'thingies' are pretty handy. |
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Posted: 10/5/2017 5:23:16 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/5/2017 5:28:59 PM EDT
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Don't google Sportsmobile. It'll ruin all other vans for you.
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Posted: 10/5/2017 5:38:23 PM EDT
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As a lifelong GM owner that just bought a 2nd Gen Dodge Ram (for the Cummins), I would recommend against a Dodge. The body and interior are just pretty poor in comparison to GM and to some extent even Ford.
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Posted: 10/5/2017 5:39:09 PM EDT
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A TEAM would approve !
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Posted: 10/5/2017 5:44:44 PM EDT
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After driving a van for work for the past 10 years or so, I can't imagine dealing with one of those pieces of shit as my personal vehicle. The 1-ton extended Chevy I used to use was pretty comfy though.
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Posted: 10/5/2017 5:47:15 PM EDT
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People think I'm a creeper when I drive mine, but that just adds to my scary reputation so I'm fine with it. |
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Posted: 10/5/2017 6:09:54 PM EDT
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If you are an adventurer vans are cool as shit.
If you are a adventurer and have a family, you tell them you can survive without them as long as you have your van.
If you are an adventurer with a van, "Don't mess with me you fucks. I love you family no shit.
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Posted: 10/5/2017 6:13:42 PM EDT
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After driving a van for work for the past 10 years or so, I can't imagine dealing with one of those pieces of shit as my personal vehicle. The 1-ton extended Chevy I used to use was pretty comfy though. 
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Posted: 10/5/2017 6:16:30 PM EDT
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If the vans a rockin'....................
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Posted: 10/5/2017 6:24:01 PM EDT
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I always loved driving conversion vans when I worked at a Chevy dealership. Super comfy and easy to drive.
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Posted: 10/5/2017 6:26:34 PM EDT
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If the vans a rockin'.................... Just come on in. Free love man! |
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Posted: 10/5/2017 6:30:48 PM EDT
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Current van, 2016 Nissan NV 3500 Quigley 4x4 https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/183699/IMG-0921-188613.jpg Previous van 2014 Chevy Express 3500 also a Quigley 4x4. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/183699/IMG-0517-236142.jpg They are pretty much my wife's although i do drive them when we go somewhere as a family. We outgrew large SUVs a couple kids ago. |
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