GMC Safari & Astro Van Review

This is a review of the GMC Safari or Chevrolet Astro Van. The Safari and Astro vans are very similar General Motors vehicles, powered by the 4.3 liter V6 engine. These vans are big enough to hold a 4 x 8 sheet of plywood, haul 8 passengers, or pull a 5,000 pound trailer. If you want to buy a used GMC Safari Van or Chevrolet Astro Van, this video will answer your questions. They are good vans. I love mine.

[@spiffcats]

Astros are simply the best vehicles around.

[@blackwersus]

@C B Why is it garbage? (I am looking to buy)

[@martinfeuer7885]

My family had one of those Chevy Astro Vans. It was red and silver 1986 and it had a red interior. My father took it to some place and they added mud flaps for the rear tires, running boards, a roof rack, and a ladder on the rear door. It was a CL model. It ran forever gave us no trouble at any time. Traded it in 1994 with a 155,000 miles on it. Would do another one it ran great.

[@hoohoohoblin]

+chris smith These vans were great for big families and small businesses. They run forever with very little maintenance, get decent gas mileage for what they are, and they are more functional than any other vehicle on the road for hauling people or things.

[@user-wp8yx]

This has been one of the best car reviews I've ever seen! I'll definitely hug the next Astro owner I see!

[@hoohoohoblin]

Thanks! They're great machines!

[@M22OHIO]

I bought a Chevy Astrovan today 2002 LT with leather seats (rare!) I'm a proud member of the Astro/GMC Safari owners club and association now!

[@hoohoohoblin]

+M22OHIO Welcome to the club! I didn't know they made them with leather seats.

[@M22OHIO]

They did it's a very rare option. I may even make a You Tube video and show everyone just so they know. The leather seated Astro/Safaries are like a rare precious animal that were very few and far between. When I found the one with leather seats for $5,000 I said that's it done deal don't see one of these everyday and off to Canton, Ohio I went.

[@dshep7850]

M22OHIO I have a 2001 safari and am need of a transmission. Where can I get one

[@mrkzj2]

ONE VAN AT A TIME.

[@justinlloyd2446]

I got a 93 gmc safari and I love it. I really need to do a tune up and service the transmission. But I am learning. Thank you for the vodeo!

[@hoohoohoblin]

+Justin Lloyd you're welcome. It's a great vehicle. You will love it.

[@donnabrown4349]

I had a 1994 extended Astro Conversion van. I had the white one with tinted windows. It was family vehicle. Our headliner fell down too. I had a 2002 GMC safari van too. I miss the hauling space. I now drive a Chevy Malibu.

[@hoohoohoblin]

You don’t truly realize how functional these vans were until you get rid of one and start driving a normal car again.

[@ariseshinelight]

Awesome video. All videos should be like this, very informative.

[@hoohoohoblin]

+Matthew Kampff Thanks!

[@MrJmazing1]

the home depot joke was primo !!! :-D

[@hoohoohoblin]

+JAG GWR Ra Thanks. It's funny because it's true.

[@TheGMlover1]

I love my Astros they are awesome tuff strong vans and very reliable

[@hoohoohoblin]

These vans are great! Affordable, reliable, super functional, and reasonably efficient.

[@TheGMlover1]

I agree for sure I have a 87 astro and a 95 used to have a 93 but it got wrecked still ran and drove but had major body problems

[@spiffcats]

Our is a bright red 2000. It made it through the rockies with no problem at all. It even made it to the top of mount monica. To get there you have to go down an extremely steep, disabled road with no upgrades. Its at 400 thousand km's and it still runs like a dream.

[@hoohoohoblin]

They really are great machines. I am sad they discontinued them. They can go anywhere and haul anything, and the gas mileage is pretty good with the V6.

[@spiffcats]

***** Yah, me and my dad agreed that if we ever get a plot of land and lots of money we are buying as many astros as we can, fixing them up, and selling them to people who wont wreck them. The only reason they discontinues them was because they were losing money, they just lasted to long. Sad to see them go :(

[@broganhogan3469]

Awesome video, you have a great sense of humor and an awesome van. As a kid, I grew up in a van prejudiced household; we were told to avoid "those vans", especially the no-window/tinted models. Now that I've matured and learned the error of my ways, I want one of these as a shit hauler.... seeing your dirtbikes shoehorned in there... wow, do you think I could fit a sportbike with it's mirrors and fairings removed in the back there? This van would be perfect for me on track days!!

[@hoohoohoblin]

It should fit. You may have to strap down the suspension and remove the windshield to get it in. In the video I mention how tall the back door hole is, so you can measure your bike and see if it is below that. I sold the van for $700 a few weeks ago, so I know you can find one cheap. I bought a 4x4 truck to replace the van. They did make 4x4 versions of the Astro and Safari vans, so if you drive in mud and snow, that's the way to go.

[@salhernandez99]

Have a 1987 Astro utility van all fix up. Police have pull me over to many times, maybe they think I'll have a body or shipment of drugs! Instead I'll have all my music gear. It's a Great Van.

[@hoohoohoblin]

+Sal Hernandez it may be the most efficient affordable functional hauling transportation vehicle ever invented.

[@workingshlub8861]

they are good vans . i love my 92 cargo its my everyday worker. they can be a pain to repair certain things but all vans all like that but parts are usually fairly cheap and easy to find. 4.3 is a solid engine.

[@hoohoohoblin]

+working shlub yes. They are reliable, and really useful, the gas mileage is decent, and parts are really cheap.

[@petermainwald6413]

Ironically just like most vehicles, it takes years before they are truly appreciated for what they were all along.

[@hoohoohoblin]

Yes. Especially if it’s a work vehicle like this one. These vans were incredibly functional and practical and reliable.

[@bohicasnafufubar]

thank you for the information on the Astro van. I have a need for a six-passenger vehicle and to occasionally be able to haul full sheets of plywood or drywall. The most the time I need a six passenger vehicle. And with the bench seats this thing is to set up the haul eight passengers. not bad at all.

[@spiffcats]

Our van doesnt really have any problems that you mentioned. 320000 kms, and nothing has been replaced yet, except for battery, and fuses. The roof doesnt fall down at all, it is securly up there, and the paint never peals off. Paint still looks like new, and it hasnt been replaced yet. Also, you dont need the seat things, it comes with metal clips attatched to the botom. Also our door handles are built pretty securly. Pretty sweet ride you got there, nonetheless. The stereotype never reached here. If you see a guy in an astro, you wave, they will wave back.

[@hoohoohoblin]

That's great! Mine was pretty beat up when I got it. I bet they last a lot longer if they are well maintained.

[@spiffcats]

***** yah probably. Ive always liked astro's, never been a big fan of safari's, but as it goes they are still pretty sweet in comparison to other vehicles.

[@DisneyMusicVideos]

My parents had a 1994 Astro, then a 2000 Astro. Both were very reliable from what I can remember. Took them both on many long road trips with no issues.The 2000 had some electrical problems right after my dad bought it new, but never had another problem & my mom mainly drove it for 9 years & 100k miles. I learned to drive in it as well. Good times with those vans.

[@hoohoohoblin]

These were great vans. Very functional and reliable, and decent gas mileage for how big they are.

[@trentpettit6336]

Did your parents buy them or did they lease them instead? And did the 1994 have a front passenger airbag? Funny because my parents had a 1995 Dodge Caravan (1995 was the last model year before the Caravan had a major redesign, and 1994 had been the last model year before the front of the Astro/Safari was given a new look) and then had a 2000 Dodge Caravan, which not only was the same model year as your second Astro, but was also the last model year before the Caravan was given another major redesign!

[@TimSleppy]

I've got a 2000 GMC Safari, the Charles Daniels, and though it has its issues, its my DD. Great video, thanks for posting it.

[@ChristopherVallo]

Many strange and hysterical memories of driving around in a Vortec powered Safari. "Yai tai! TURBO BRICK!"

[@hoohoohoblin]

You're welcome. It's a great machine, and it has some problems, but it will run forever if you halfway take care of it.

[@hoohoohoblin]

It is one of the greatest and most functional vehicles of all time.

[@salafibrouae]

I have two: 2003 and 1997, great van!!!

[@hoohoohoblin]

Yes! Safari and Astro vans are tough and reliable and very functional.

[@TheInkPitOx]

We had a late 80s SLX model. Kept it for many years. We had the third row but almost never used it. We sold it after we got a travel trailer too big for it. Got a 1999 Yukon instead. V8 power.

[@hoohoohoblin]

These vans were probably the greatest functional vehicles of all time.

[@TheInkPitOx]

@@hoohoohoblin My dad said it came with whitewalls but he got rid of them. I was just a kid at the time, so I don't remember whether it was marked as GMC Truck. Ours was white.

[@morbjrn5265]

I have a 2000 GMC Safari and KBB says Im lucky if I get 1k for it. Its had one owner before me (grandad). No accidents. All stock. Nothing wrong with it. Im thinking about keeping it. Im toen between my pops Sierra and his Safari. Both amazing vehicles that I love more than anything (oh the memories these cars hold).

[@hoohoohoblin]

+Morbjørn you should keep it! I sold mine for $600. These vans are worth way more than the price people sell for, and in your case, you know that it is mechanically sound and has been well taken care of. Also, because it is worth very much, insurance is cheap too.

[@bk_shrooms7993]

Awesome review!

[@hoohoohoblin]

Thanks!

[@edgrrickett140]

Hi HHHBLN what's happenin'. I finally got everything put back together on my van and it runs really good. No hesitation and SMOOTH. I'm really happy. I didn't get to the wires because I have to take the wheels off to get to them, the way I want to anyway, but I know they are old. It gets up and goes right down the road at 75. I think I could bury the speedo if I tried a little bit. We're in the middle of ice storms up here in Oregon right now and I don't have a garage. So until the weather warms a bit I'm not diggin' into too much more on the old babe, brakes, diff oil change, etc. But I have BIG plans for her!

[@hoohoohoblin]

I'm glad you got it working right. I wouldn't change anything else if it is running smooth. Enjoy it. These are great machines.

[@edgrrickett140]

Hi HHHBLN. I've rebuilt the TBI, but I think the injectors were good so I didn't change them. I've changed the TPS, IAC, MAP, CTS, and I'm still working on it, and haven't started it up in a while. I'm going to get new wires also. I hope it runs better!

[@hoohoohoblin]

+Edgr Rickett I hope so. I've read lots of stories on forums about people replacing everything on these old TBI engines and still not getting them to run right. I hope the new wires help.

[@illbfrank]

I just bought another Astro. I have had 2 before this. This one is a 2000 model with AWD. It has 110,000 miles on it. It belonged to my Pastors mother who recently passed away. I got it for $750.00. I live in the mountains, and we have some snow in the winter. I am looking forward to seeing how it handles the snow. I have a 1976 Jeep CJ as a back up, but they wont haul much, and they are hard to heat with the soft top.

[@hoohoohoblin]

That’s a great deal. I always wanted to try out a 4 x 4 Astro van. There are a few videos of people four wheeling in these, and they look like they do pretty well.

[@arnitacanas5958]

Nice video. Thanks for sharing.

[@hoohoohoblin]

You’re welcome. These are really good vans.

[@browdy222]

Lmao I have a 83 gmc vandura and as a 17 year old it's kind of epic riding around with friends

[@hoohoohoblin]

That's a great van! Some of them have couches and TVs in the back.

[@yaboilemonboi5223]

Those are called conversion vans there like camper vans but not

[@42luke93]

That’s a cool van, made to compete with minivans! Nice, It’s cool how it’s high up as well.

[@hoohoohoblin]

Yes. It is a van that was designed to be functional first, and to be a family vehicle second, so it is durable and practical and rugged.

[@42luke93]

hoohoohoblin GMC’s only type of Minivan.

[@42luke93]

This thing shouldn’t even be called a minivan but a van instead.

[@old-red]

@@42luke93 it’s a midivan. But in reality, the Astro brought an end to the 1/2 ton g10 Chevy van in the early 90’s due to the astros similar size yet better spec numbers. Also available as awd, and with a subframe all while equipped with the same 90 degree 4.3l v6, the Astro had a larger gas tank so could it could run further on a tank, it produced around 35-40 mor hp, and I think 50 ft-lbs more torque, capable of pulling 5000lbs, it was the better vehicle.. Their simply wasn’t a need for the 1/2 ton g10 anymore.

[@mitsulancer91]

I had a brand new jeep ranger turn out in front of my 1987 astro at 45 mph and I was totally fine. I don't wanna brag but it was also the only time I didn't wear my seat belt. The van looked like I hit a telephone pole, the front was totally caved in. When I went to look at the damage better at the wreckers I hooked the battery up and I still wanted to start and would have if the core support and bumper wasn't up against the crank shaft

[@hoohoohoblin]

I'm glad you weren't hurt. Sorry about your van. They're tough machines.

[@alavergadelasierra2036]

I want an AWD version bad! I personally know 3 people who have well over 300k miles on their Astro and Safari Van with little issues, besides the EGR. As for the smoking, it was the valve seals. This is common in late 80's to mid 90's GM v8 and v6 vortec engines, especially when they sit. The seals get dry and allow some oil seepage.

[@hoohoohoblin]

+AlaVerga DeLaSierra There are some good KZbin videos of people 4 wheeling in these vans. They really are great, durable, functional, affordable machines. The oil smoking at startup is a little embarrassing, but it stops after a minute, and it will still pass emissions testing.

[@hoohoohoblin]

+AlaVerga DeLaSierra There are some good KZbin videos of people 4 wheeling in these vans. They really are great, durable, functional, affordable machines. The oil smoking at startup is a little embarrassing, but it stops after a minute, and it will still pass emissions testing.

[@PearComputingDevices]

I drive a 1994 GMC Safari AWD slx that has only 151, so far I've had to replace the alt, water pump and simple things like belts and oil of course. Brakes, until I changed out the pads the thing was a death trap! I changed out the old power steering fluid as well and while it's old, there's no rust really on it. After fixing these various things I now have a solid if slightly 'creepy van'. The sad part is these vans are not really creepy. Heck, I don't even have tinted windows. My kids ride with me and I get looks. It's true, I love children. Just not enough to do anything stupid. I do however enjoy this vans power. Certainly I can say there's no denying driving one will also force good driving habits. These things are not light, very well built. It's not like driving my dodge at all. Ironically I drive this one to keep the miles off that one. I think GM engineers would have done that van better by designing the the front floorboard to dip a little. There's plenty of room to have done it. Many of the vans gripes could have been easily avoided. If your tall, have motion sickness or got large feet, this van isn't that fun. But I've never seen one broke down, or totally rusted out. It happens I am sure but these vans are reliable and built like a tank.

[@hoohoohoblin]

It is a great reliable machine overall. I agree about the foot room. My feet are size 13, and I have some shoes I couldn't wear while driving because they are too wide and my gas pedal foot would get jammed under the brake pedal. I've seen some videos of people off roading with AWD Astro vans, and they do really well. I always wanted to get one and try it off road.

[@RetroCaptain]

I have a 1997 that's on it's very last Legs. It was a great Vehicle, & I hope to land a not too badly rusted 2003 to 2005 to replace it. I learned the good & bad points of Astro/Safris from an ex Gal pal who had a 1989 for a few Years. She adored it...used to Sing about it as She drove around. Loved it that much. She kept breaking Door Handles off too. My 97 never had that trouble. My problem, I could not keep Brake Rotors very long, & no matter what drive Belt, regularly squealed as I drove. I liked you last comment. Give the Astro Van driver a hug! :-) Very good idea!

[@hoohoohoblin]

They are great, functional, fun machines that run almost forever. You can still find good ones for under $2000. I sold mine this year and bought a 4x4 Chevrolet truck, which is better for hauling dirtbikes.

[@terrellk3087]

RetroCaptain im buying a '89 astro with 175k original miles for $400 running and driving. it looks horrible on the exterior but im going to take the seats out and make it an rv for full time van living.

[@RetroCaptain]

Terrell K Wow so VERY few '89's left! Last I saw one it was parked in a lot and holding up a big advertisement. My 97 conked out 2 weeks after my last comment. I searched a long time but finally found a good cond 2006 (Oct 2005)? Safari in good cond a cargo van Not "quite" as much "spunk" as the 97 had, but it gets the job done. You should look into having the intake manifold gaskets replaced as all the Vortek 4.3's have this trouble. My '97 gaskets went out at 250,000Km If they blow "inside" it can instantly wreck the engine. Also keep an eye on the radiator tanks. Plastic, & warp/crack over time, & leave you in a pickle. Same with the engine & trans cooler lines. VERY fragile & s/b replaced. I am about to have all mine done next week (all oil lines) Otherwise they rock. Once you fix the iffy parts of this van it will just go "on & on" You will wanna sing to it also! Oh also have someone replace the orig hose clamps. They rust or crack, & the hose can pop off while you are driving.

[@terrellk3087]

RetroCaptain i am replacing the cover gaskets and plugs,wires, cap and rotor. im probably gonna end up doing a fuel pump as well. thanks for the advise.

[@PeteSykes.1]

Your a funny guy...you should do more review video's...

[@hoohoohoblin]

Thanks!

[@NoProGoPronto]

I'm looking for one of these vans to convert into a camper. In your opinion, what is the maximum mileage I should look for in a used Astro/Safari? Thanks.

[@hoohoohoblin]

NoProGoPronto I bought mine with 160,000 miles on it, and it started burning a little oil on startup at around 175,000 miles so I replaced the cylinder heads. Under 100,000 miles would be best, if you can find one.

[@manixmember2477]

Thinking about picking one up for $1000 at 170,000 miles. Am I in for a lemon or am I lucky?

[@hoohoohoblin]

+Manix Member That is a good deal, as long as it runs and passes an emissions test.

[@trickyrjb1]

Lucky!

[@trickyrjb1]

Them things go forever

[@AxlePulp]

Just got myself a 93 a couple months back with 100k on it but I, recently had a major coolant leak while driving. Has anyone else had similar problems?

[@hoohoohoblin]

On mine it developed a leak on the valve going to the heater core. I replaced it. At some point it started leaking somewhere else, and I put some stop leak in it, and it worked. I also had to replace some freeze plugs when they started leaking.

[@edgrrickett140]

Hello again HHHBLN. I would like to ask you an important question. Well, It's important to me anyway. Out of all the sensors you replaced and upgrades you did to your Safari before you sold it, what item or combination of items did the most for making the van run the best? thanks

[@hoohoohoblin]

The rough running was driving me crazy, and I installed a lot of different parts. It turned out that I had a slightly bad spark plug wire or two, so sometimes all of the cylinders weren't firing, and other times it ran fine. New plug wires and a new cap and rotor can make a big difference.

[@cwanderson2087]

Great review. You don't have to own one to know they're scary but I had no idea they had such staying power. Something like the Dodge Darts of yore perhaps.

[@hoohoohoblin]

Thanks!! These are the most practical vehicles ever made.

[@schizzultz]

Hmm I wonder If atvs fit inside. That makes me want one, camping, sleeping, atvs, fishing. Most of them up here where I live are AWD.

[@hoohoohoblin]

J.J. Schultz With the seats removed, a 4x8 sheet of plywood will lay flat on the floor, so if your ATV is less than 4 feet wide, it'll fit. Then take the ATV out when you get where you're going, and blow up an air mattress in the van, and it is your tent. You need one of these vans with AWD! Do a KZbin search for off-road Astro vans and you can see how well they do in the dirt and mud.

[@kylecoates3995]

Great taste in music

[@hoohoohoblin]

Thanks

[@danielwoods404]

Do you ever drive this 2wd one in the snow? How does it do? With snow tires they are probably good. And how about maintenance? How are you supposed to get to the spark plugs?

[@hoohoohoblin]

+Daniel Woods Never drove it in the snow. I would guess you would want to put some sandbags in the back in the winter. They also made a 4 wheel drive model. The spark plugs are hard to get to. Some people remove the front wheels and wheel wells to get to the spark plugs. It is a miserable job.

[@theodorstravels]

I am thinking of buying one with awd, which would have the rear seats fold down, as a bed. Would be great mobile tent. However I was told, that the floors, at the bottom, rot through very quickly, and I probably will not be able to find any, with solid floor. Any truth to that?

[@hoohoohoblin]

***** I don't know. I haven't heard that, but I live in California, and cars don't get rusty here the way they do in places with a lot of rain and snow.

[@ebozy]

I brought a 94 safari today with 300k miles on the odometer starts runs and drives it’s my new project and baby

[@hoohoohoblin]

These are great old vans. Have fun with it.

[@mikeandtonyasanders2036]

Do I have to take the luggage rack off to paint the roof?

[@hoohoohoblin]

Not if you mask it off or paint around it. I painted the top of my van with a can of Rustoleum and a brush.

[@HornedGod07]

Would a small oil leak on this be easy to fix

[@hoohoohoblin]

It really depends on where it’s coming from. Sometimes the rear main seal is leaking, and that is difficult to get through and fix. You could do an oil pan gasket pretty easily.

[@kanggoo57]

is the astro with the 5.7 v8 good?

[@hoohoohoblin]

+Kanggoo they never made a V-8 version. They made some four-cylinder versions the first couple of years, and then after that all of them had 4.3 L V6 engines.

[@wouldyalookatthatbarb9613]

Haha love the review.

[@hoohoohoblin]

Thanks.

[@BarnfiendCycle]

your videos are cool I think I watched a video you made on your FXR

[@hoohoohoblin]

+Craig Gore Thanks.

[@BarnfiendCycle]

here's a question... could you fit a bike in one of these? I am thinking about getting one to do the swap meets with.

[@hoohoohoblin]

+Craig Gore Yes. In this video I haul 2 motorcycles in it and tell you how tall the doorway is so you can see if your bike will fit. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nWiadp2EaKirhqs

[@bangalorebobbel]

awesome vehicle ...

[@hoohoohoblin]

Indeed! Thanks!

[@screamingdean5]

How hard was it to move those passenger seats?

[@hoohoohoblin]

They are simple to remove, but they weigh 95 pounds. I am able to take them out by myself, but it is better to have another person help you carry them.

[@00Snake77]

I have a 94 model, does anyone know a good place to buy seats?

[@hoohoohoblin]

I bet you could find them in a pick a part junkyard. Or maybe on craigslist with local pick up. I don’t think you like to pay to ship them, as they weigh 95 pounds.

[@aliceisinchains1]

I found one of these for $850, would it be worth my while?

[@hoohoohoblin]

Yes, definitely, as long as it passes the emissions test.

[@aliceisinchains1]

Where I live there is no emissions tests so I'm in luck. The van is a 92' model with 140k miles, a little rusty but nothing a little bondo couldn't fix.

[@hoohoohoblin]

Then buy it if it starts and runs and drives ok. They will go well over 300,000 miles. You'll like it.

[@j.maxsering3728]

I have owned 2 s10s, but I am thinking of buying a van for the snow. If anyone has owned one in a snowy environment can you please advise.

[@hoohoohoblin]

They made a 4x4 version. Do a KZbin search for Astro vans off-roading, and you will see how they do in mud and snow.

[@old-red]

I realize your question is 5 years old but I live in rural Michigan and I own a 94 Astro ext awd. It’s not full time awd nor is it a locking differential type manual controlled 4x4. It’s a RWD van with a viscous fluid operated transfer case. The TC ‘s viscous fluid reacts to the rear wheels spinning and engages the front wheel drive for awd performance. It’s a interesting invention and giving that my 94 is 27 years old in 2021 with 194k miles and the awd operates as it should I’d say it’s also quite durable. The van is amazing in the snow. It’s hard to spin the tires for more than a fraction of a second. The engine weight on the front wheels also help steering through snow and my 94 is also standard equipped with an abs break system. These beasts where designed for Michigan winters.

[@inezorduna4423]

nice video....

[@hoohoohoblin]

+Inez Orduna Thanks!

[@ericlee303]

I have two nice sports cars and people always ask why I would rather drive my lifted awd astro van haha.

[@hoohoohoblin]

If they have to ask, they will never understand.

[@wildbillo68]

hahah I have a 99 Safari that looks exactly like yours.. (98,000 mies only) Mine has had 2 broken handles as well and the white paint won't stick to it either...Funny you mention those issues. My electric door locks stick too.. You think these are creepy??? well- I just sold my (Silver) beat up lookin 1994 Chevy G20 Van with the dark tinted windows and barn doors on side and back for easy opening with one hand (while holdin a hostage in the other hand hahahha)...I have had people freak out cause I worked at a High School when I had that G20...Now i work at an elementary school as a custodian... must scare parents to death with the safari hahaha

[@hoohoohoblin]

These are great old vans. Less creepy than the G 20, but better gas mileage.

[@angelatbluehairedsudios8106]

I'm in love with a 1991 but the seller claims there's only 98,000 miles on it. 🤔 Maybe it's rolled over?

[@hoohoohoblin]

Maybe. Some people don’t drive very much. These engines can go hundreds of thousands of miles though.

[@timgarcia5213]

Haha last part was awesome

[@hoohoohoblin]

Thanks! Most people don't make it all the way to the end of KZbin videos, so sometimes I put funny things in just to see if anyone watched the whole thing.

[@blakebranton7360]

Anyone still have a 5 speed astro anymore I cant find another one

[@hoohoohoblin]

They didn’t make very many of those. Also, they don’t make any new trucks or vans with manual transmissions anymore.

[@hoohoohoblin]

They didn’t make very many of those. Also, they don’t make any new trucks or vans with manual transmissions anymore.

[@TheAaronHoward]

What was the lawsuit about?

[@hoohoohoblin]

I think it was about not being safe in an accident for the front passengers.

[@leslystlouis]

Nice

[@hoohoohoblin]

Thanks.

[@celsoprincipal351]

yes,,, very good.

[@hoohoohoblin]

Thanks.

[@jimsteele2072]

Dio cassette, thats way more bonus points than the tinted windows...👍

[@hoohoohoblin]

Holy Diver!!!!!!

[@krisballard541]

I have a 1998 Chevy Astro Van with All Wheel Drive.

[@hoohoohoblin]

I’ve always wanted to try one of those off road. I bet it does pretty well.

[@krisballard541]

I haven't tried it off road yet, but sometimes I have trouble with the ignition when the weather is hot.

[@HatedWar]

i use a couple astro cargo love it. only bother me is handle only fuck up.

[@hoohoohoblin]

+HatedWar Yes. The door handles are very weak metal.

[@joebond6871]

1:40 Dat MazdaSpeed3!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@davidtexas4747]

Nice van might get me one....if the vans arockin dont come aknockin hahha

[@widsquard]

My sister's old S10 blazer was the same way, the headliner was saggy and the clips would pop out lmao.

[@hoohoohoblin]

Yes. Every GM car or truck from the 80s and 90s had this problem. It took them a long time to figure out how to fix it.

[@bohicasnafufubar]

I have had experience with the all-wheel drive system in the Chevy venture minivans. It's the same subframe that was used in the Astro Vans. You want to stay away from the all wheel wheel drive versions of the GMC Safari and the Chevy Astro Vans. The same also applies to the all wheel drive versions of the Chevy ventures and the Chevy Uplanders. The all-wheel drive system that they used in those vehicles was not reliable. My van was purchasing 02 brand new and in the 15 years that I had it the all-wheel drive system had been serviced about six times. Stick to the front drive in the uplanders and the ventures and the rear drive in the Astros and The safaris.

[@dmann8166]

Lol! That was an awesome video!

[@hoohoohoblin]

Thanks

[@dmann8166]

I have a small issue with my 93. The temperature gauge is 'levered' and not digital and does not read right. Even when the engine is hot, the gauge is reading cold. Any suggestions my fellow Astro loving AMERiCAN brother?

[@04dram04]

Sounds like you haven't seen the front end crash video. You wouldn't feel confident after that.

[@elvin5244]

Mazda speed went by on 1:40

[@plainsabertooth7828]

some people install a 350sbc in them.

[@hoohoohoblin]

That would be awesome!

[@plainsabertooth7828]

you can there are youtube videos about this, the only thing you have to use either glasspacks or dynomax race bullet mufflers if you want to go true duels.

[@ralphtom3431]

94 safari got it after 911 at an auction no one was going to . 68k orig miles $5000.00. Now 2022 has 285k miles beat.to shyt but it just wont die

[@hoohoohoblin]

These vans were made to run forever.

[@age_of_reason]

I wrecked my 1992 Astro. I slammed into the back of a Honda Passport and I walked away with only a strain in my wrist that went away in a couple days. Lady turned right on red in front of me and got her ass served to her.

[@hoohoohoblin]

+wojtek0000 I am sorry for your loss. These vans are great machines. Fortunately you can always find a cheap used one for sale.

[@christinamontoya66]

wojtek0000

[@jenniferherrera5782]

Who has one for sale

[@Jimo368]

Looks like my dirt bike won't fit in there. Thanks for posting.

[@hoohoohoblin]

Perhaps. You may be able to strap the forks down to get it in. My XL500 barely fits with the mirrors removed and the forks strapped down to compress them.

[@hoohoohoblin]

Here is a video showing how I got my 2 motorcycles to fit in the van. A pickup truck would be better and easier. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nWiadp2EaKirhqs

[@dennislynn2955]

Next time you need a door handle for one of these check rock auto or Amazon they are around 30$ or 40$.

[@hoohoohoblin]

Thanks.

[@dalecocking2907]

would be a good v8 swap

[@hoohoohoblin]

It would be a tight fit! I like the better gas mileage of the V6 most of the time, but more power would be nice up in the mountains.

[@dalecocking2907]

350 v8 is only a little bigger just 2 cylinders more

[@Christianthemagician_]

I actually want a mini van lol

[@hoohoohoblin]

They are great. Very very functional.

[@pizzaguy3753]

Christian The Magician Correct me if I'm wrong but the Astro/Safari had a minivan version

[@old-red]

The Astro/safari was designed to compete with dodge’s and ford’s minivan but make no mistake the gm is not a minivan, but rather at the least it’s a midivan. Quite comparable to the Chevy g10 1/2 ton.

[@TheWolverine34]

The Safari and Astro vans were amazing and handy vehicles. My parents had a 1994 Astro EXT and it was so much fun! We could do almost anything in it. It looks like there was one person above who never had the privilege to take a ride in the Safari or Astro van. "Dislike 1"

[@hoohoohoblin]

It really is a tremendously versatile machine. They run forever, will go anywhere and haul anything, and the gas mileage is decent as well. People dislike what they don't understand. Thanks for watching!

[@billypilgrim7838]

Got a 94 AWD 123k great in snow and ice not bad in the mountains but the moose ain't impressed.

[@hoohoohoblin]

These are great old vans. I’ve always wanted to try a four-wheel-drive one off road.

[@chukchee]

Why are people afraid of the van?

[@jbncnow]

They sell the door handles at auto zone now

[@hoohoohoblin]

jay bradley Thanks. That's good. They wear out easily.

[@jbncnow]

***** Bought a 2000 Astro van today for 1200, needs a few things an armrest, the handle for the dash over the passenger side airbag but a nice solid dutch door dual air LS model it barley made it home, its got 108,000 and the original plugs plug wires and 3 year old gas in it!

[@hoohoohoblin]

Old Astro and Safari vans are the best deal in used vehicles. They can go 300,000 miles easy, so yours has a lot of life left in it.

[@jbncnow]

***** My brothers 2000 has 500,000 its on engine number two all highway miles, its heald up well

[@jbncnow]

***** I changed the plugs wires cap and rotors today, wow what a nightmare its very hard to get t the two plugs on the drivers side up front.

[@almonte415]

hello guys ...this is the best van i have ever had ..my first car was a 95 astro but a broke down ..then i got a 4 door car ..but i dint it like it so im back with astros van ...good things is u can have sex in this vans if u take 1 seat out .lol lol great van for anything ...

[@hoohoohoblin]

You can do anything in an Astro van!

[@edgrrickett140]

OH yeah, DIO RULES

[@hoohoohoblin]

It's true!

[@zacharyk7225]

Saggy headliner much?

[@hoohoohoblin]

It happens to all old GM vehicles.

[@coilstreeservice9398]

They all have an Eaton locking differential after 1990 so you don't need the all-wheel drive if you have good tires mine was a 94 with AT tires and it went through anything that a STOCK 4x4 would.

[@hoohoohoblin]

Thanks. That's good to know. I never did much off road, other than going on dirt roads and then unloading motorcycles.

[@NachtMaher]

i dont suppose having such great tie down points in your va helps with stereotypes

[@keepitsimplestupid3012]

😆😆😆

[@eetchit6034]

omg shits funny!!!

[@chukchee]

Rip that headline our...its crap...

[@hoohoohoblin]

It is terrible. I ended up selling the van and buying a truck.

[@itziavillarreal3729]

Lol

[@04dram04]

Stereotypes exist for a reason