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#301 of 371 Frequent Brake Pad Replacement by slmaxson Nov 19, 2005 (3:43 am)
I have a 1999 GMC conversion van and need to replace the brake pads every 6 months; we live in a very hilly area and there is a lot of stop and go driving in town, but was wondering if anyone had experienced this problem and what remedies they might have used, i.e. different types of replacement rotors or special brake pads?? Any input would be appreciated. Thank you.
#304 of 371 van arm rest by mario03 Dec 02, 2005 (8:40 am)
will any company build me a new 05 or 06 gm van with duel armrests on seat???? i do not want the drivers left armrest on door!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!mario
#305 of 371 Static problems in Chevrolet 2002 Conversion Van by jollybgood Dec 07, 2005 (2:45 pm)
I just bought a 2002 Conversion Van and love it.   Only problem is I get static from the engine on almost every FM radio sation -- even the close ones with strong signals. TV gets static as well (although I find that less unexpected).   The clincher that told me I had a problem was yesterday when I had a remote starter installed. The wireless remote works fine when the engine isn't running. But as soon as the engine starts the remote is useless. The installers were at a loss and say it is some sort of interference/static caused by the engine.,   I just returned from a mechanic who hooked it up to a machine. Engine runs perfectly. No misses or anything like that. WIres look good.   I did a test by turning the ignition on without starting the engine and getting the fuel pump to engage. No static there.   Static is only there when engine is running and seems to increase the faster I drive. At 65 mph it's really noticeable.   I'm at a loss as to where to start eliminating potential problems.   My first suspect was the spark plug wires. Maybe the alternator.   I don't want to waste money tracking this down if it's a simple fix or a known problem with conversion vans.   So I thought I'd ask for advice here.   Thanks.
#307 of 371 seeking info from happy owners&sour grape stories by fishvanman Dec 18, 2005 (3:15 am)
in need of any/all help /info on van conversions.    i am a 1st time (wannabe) buyer of a van conversion...i cannot afford to buy new (& would like to take advantage of the depreciation rate anyways)but as so many others ive have come to find out how difficult finding any ref. publications on values of van convs.can be..... i'm lookin a 1999 ford e150 STARCRAFT conversion being sold by a private party...asking price is $8500....having only the knowledge ive acquired from having searched the ads in my area...it seems to be a decent price ,i guess what im asking is there anything about that particular model that would it a not so good deal? so any input is appreciated.i welcome all opinions and value any bad experiences others may have had with the ford e150(1999)and/or starcraft conversions.    thanx rj, inthe 92021 Replies to this message: moman11 (Jan 22, 2006 9:00 pm) cpauff (Sep 06, 2006 10:51 am) disabledsfvet (Sep 06, 2006 8:24 pm)
#308 of 371 Re: seeking info from happy owners&sour grape stories [fishvanman] by moman11 Jan 22, 2006 (9:00 pm)
Replying to: fishvanman (Dec 18, 2005 3:15 am) This might be a little late but I'd recommend going with a GM van.   My dad bought a 1985 Econoline brand new from factory (Osage vans). Wasn't happy with it so sold in 87 and replaced with an 82 GMC conversion a couple years later. Gave a few good years of service before sold.   I bought my first van in 2003, a 1993 Chevy G20 Tiara conversion. It's a great van and I'm very happy with it. I'd like to keep it forever but eventually will trade up to a newer model. Looks like Explorer will be the next one.   $8500 sounds a little high for a '98 van. Demand for conversion vans is at an all time low so it's really a buyers' market. I've seen 01/02 Chevy vans for less than that.   Vans offer so much more comfort for much less cost than a SUV. The depr. is steep if purchasing brand new, but it's pretty bad on SUV's now too.   Good luck though - welcome to the van club.
#310 of 371 Lorraine Conversion Lighting troubles by mlwiltse Feb 20, 2006 (8:18 pm)
I have an 88 Ford Econoline Conversion Van. The interior lights work from a control panel mounted in center of the ceiling above the dash. None of the lights (front, center, rear and valence lights) are currently working. The fuses to the left of steering column seem to be all OK. Is there another spot to look for fuses or breakers? These lights all worked until recently. Any help in solving this problem would be appreciated. Thanks, Melanie Replies to this message: mike_delawson (Mar 02, 2009 11:40 am)

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