Lifted Astro

Rcb2082

Rcb2082

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Ripon, WI, USA
First Name
Ryan
Last Name
Bennett
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Anyone in the community who's running a lifted Astro for Overlanding if so any tips or suggestions. I just had mine done a few weeks ago 2003 LT AWD. The van itself is great with a pretty capable AWD system, but they lack ground clearance. Installed an Overland Vans 2" kit and 235/70/16 tires which gave me 3-1/4 " more ground clearance. Now it's time to start adding other components to make it more durable off road. Bumpers guards etc.. Any suggestions greatly appreciated.
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There are few guys over at Northwest Overland that have lifted Astros, give them a try.
 
Pretty happy with it so far, All Wheel Drive and we did a 3 inch lift. it's about the only thing out there with seating for six that is no wider then a jeep Wrangler. Plus you get the roof space similar to a Suburban for hauling gear up top. All in all it's a been a great vehicle to start Overlanding with.
 
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I had one when the kids were little. Great vans, AWD, power, legroom, dutch doors out back. Loved it. Mine seemed to leak from every seal & gasket possible...but...it ran great!
 
dorelse said:
I had one when the kids were little. Great vans, AWD, power, legroom, dutch doors out back. Loved it. Mine seemed to leak from every seal & gasket possible...but...it ran great!
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Only leaks I've had so far at 150k were the front axle seals at the diff. Had those resealed when the lift was put on a few months back. Only uses about 1/4 qt oil per 3000 mile oil change.
 
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