You could've watched a KZbin video on replacing that window glass. Just a thought!
@AutoAuctionRebuilds8 ай бұрын
Google it - there aren’t any videos on replacing a window in one of these.
@ericd27918 ай бұрын
true i did google it, & was like wow you think they be a shop who did it @@AutoAuctionRebuilds
@ryanisl33t28 ай бұрын
There is now 😆@@AutoAuctionRebuilds
@alt74888 ай бұрын
@@AutoAuctionRebuilds well thanks to you, we now have one ;p
@repro77808 ай бұрын
@@alt7488 I'd rethink that assumption.....
@VolvguyRi8 ай бұрын
Replacing the carpet would make the van feel (and smell) new again. You could use the old carpet as a template and put any kind of carpet you want back in it. It’d make for a great video.
@derondewitz24638 ай бұрын
Totally replace that carpet in the back Randy it'll look way better
@joshgibson7428 ай бұрын
I’d replace the carpet too it makes the car better and smell better
@gordonil301178 ай бұрын
Randy, the doors are locking because that van probably was used at a retirement center. It's a safety feature. There should be a box under near the fuse box.
@Vetteman3728 ай бұрын
Once that ramp is gone? You're probably going to get 5 more miles a gallon. Good job. I like the new videos. I am Glad new types of videos working on stuff.
@MapOfEurasia8 ай бұрын
Randy, J and J autowrecking is parting out one that has everything you need for yours (including the captain chairs)! They have a video on their channel!
@0161pumaste8 ай бұрын
WOULD LOVE TO SEE A ROADTRIP VIDEO WITH YOU AND MIKE!
@buffalobluecheese8 ай бұрын
Besides an $8 trim tool kit, Home Depot/Ridgid has an awesome shop vac attachment kit with 1.25" hose & attachments, makes getting into tight areas a breeze on your vehicles... add glass guy to your resume
@jimwashburn44008 ай бұрын
There is an old saying that covers ths: "You gotta be SMARTER than what you are working with!! and When all else fails "read the direcetions or KZbin!!"
@romeoalphafoxtrot95178 ай бұрын
Good job Randy! Damn! What a nightmare that was removing that wheelchair lift! It had to go. That van will be a great road trip vehicle for your family. It just needs those Captain's chairs, and some of Brian's magic, and you are all set. I like it!
@bk_goatkim6798 ай бұрын
YOU DID IT RANDY!!!! That van looks so much better! Hope you do keep it, and use it as a travel velcgike as you intend on it! Love it Randy!!! Grind keeps going! Hope you’re having a nice holiday season along with everyone watching! ❤
@dottiehammock99178 ай бұрын
You need to invest in a body trim removal tool kit. They have them at harbor freight or your favorite parts store
@HalfassDIY8 ай бұрын
This is my favorite of all your vehicles ! Vanlife Rocks !
@ruckusrodkustom81408 ай бұрын
I used to do these van conversions and what you need are universal pedestals. Any van with seats in the back will have them. Just use standard hardware to install them. Look up the seat manufacturer and see if they are still around
@tokuzumi18 ай бұрын
You need more of the vehcor channel in your life. He removes windows all day long, and reinstalls them...among other body work items.
@KN-bw6gu8 ай бұрын
Love that channel. That dude has some skills!
@jameslovitt9948 ай бұрын
Scotts dry sense of humor isn't for everyone though, he's awesome at what he does though.
@rickynismo7338 ай бұрын
Not only are you giving us videos for the holiday seasons but you’re also giving us DIYs, thank you Randy! I appreciate it
@alpaljl8 ай бұрын
I'm loving this van project.
@MrBobegregg8 ай бұрын
Wow it was such a fun watch - really thought it would fall on you ! Replace the carpet with an offcut from a flooring shop go heavy duty low pile prob cost no more than $100
@justme-pf3yz8 ай бұрын
i think you can program that doorlocking issue OUT of the thing,my monte had same issue when i had it and changed it
@williamsinger41248 ай бұрын
Was just gonna say that. Being an 05, he should be able to change the setting. I had to do that on my avalanche
@Dakotasweeney998 ай бұрын
I think its a great idea to test some of your cars on a roadtrip
@e92bimmergamer698 ай бұрын
Randy i love this videos man keep em coming my friend
@haskellburks8 ай бұрын
Good morning Randy. Getting rid of the handicap wheelchair lift in the 2005 GMC Savanah van. Also changing out the passenger side door window and putting the new glass in it.
@dcpoolsvc8 ай бұрын
Loving the van! Like others have said, new carpet would do wonders and the comment on the universal seat mounts also for the captains chairs. Making me want one!
@palmettocarpetmiamiROBERT8 ай бұрын
Randy, they use standard home carpeting for the interior. The issue will be doing the upholstery work on the side that you will need a stapler and some spray on adhesive. Should be good content for views to replace it
@trclark76898 ай бұрын
I'm typically not a "van" person, but that van is awesome, love it!
@goodboy61138 ай бұрын
I love these videos with the repairs absolutely love them!
@eatont99998 ай бұрын
A little trick I do with my shop-vac to get into tight spaces is grab a few feet of heater hose, hold one end onto the shop-vac hose and the other to get into the tight space. I blow out the heater hose with shop air afterward and keep it for reuse. Oh, and windows are always a joy. LOL
@user-ht1xu4gv2u8 ай бұрын
Deep tint the. Windows and disable the auto lock feature
@ruwithlee19708 ай бұрын
My best guess is the scrappers will be thanking you😅😅😅
@peterkwok96088 ай бұрын
Good job Randy for taking the lift out 😎😎👍👍
@toddwilliams96818 ай бұрын
1st off Kudos on Fixing that Window! I would of smoove took it to some Glass Guys 2nd It probably came ordered w/o Captain chairs because they were gonna put a lift in it 3rd Appreciate All the Vids & Hard Work SALUTE TO YOU
@mikegleeson3498 ай бұрын
That's super rare to get a van with dual side doors.
@eddymahon15038 ай бұрын
Looks like a great van and a ton of people get excited about vans like this. There are nomads all over the place looking for a home on wheels.
@rodneymcneel4708 ай бұрын
Hey Randy, I may be wrong, but most those Express vans equipped with 5.3 are AWD. I own a couple, cargo van style. Love the content!
@christianmonte2628 ай бұрын
Randy you are crazy messing with that hydraulic ramp by yourself but have a happy new year and we will keep supporting your videos.🎉
@briskyboy85178 ай бұрын
Loved the uploads
@MrHemikid4268 ай бұрын
Randy, you could get captain chairs out of a mini van and install them. Also, a center bench out of mini van would fit. They should be cheap from a salvage yard.
@GenMaster1248 ай бұрын
Most wheelchair ramps have an isolation switch near the unit or on the dash …it’s a safety feature .
@kevinallen81628 ай бұрын
Randy, you might try contacting Flexsteel RV Furniture regarding finding captains chairs for your Conversion Van -- they were often the OEM suppliers of the captains chairs and sofa beds.
@crazycat41288 ай бұрын
This one is a keeper hope you got you were able to get your daughter the Honda van or something
@davidalex37568 ай бұрын
your video brings laughter glad you didn't get hurt. Thanks for Christmas joy to the world.
@just4kicks9508 ай бұрын
Nice find Randy 💯. Had my share of them side windows & regulators. Pain in the arss lol. Nice work Randy🔧👍. Salute 😎
@HerbOldenburg8 ай бұрын
Just get some carpet from Ollies for carpet and its very resonable - or go to a local floor covering shop - they have remnants - easy to re-carpet - nice van - Thx for sharing
@infovideos73558 ай бұрын
I lived this window nightmare on my pickup a couple weeks ago 😅😅😅 so I feel your suffering 😭
@M_Phipps05208 ай бұрын
The doors locking when the door is opened and closed is likely a wiring issue where they pass through the front edge of the door.
@user-ht1xu4gv2u8 ай бұрын
Nope auto lock from GM can be programmed out
@M_Phipps05208 ай бұрын
@@user-ht1xu4gv2u this has nothing to do with auto lock if you watched the video! He said when opening and closing the door is when it happens!
@dizrick8 ай бұрын
The roadtrip with MWM sounds great and i would love to see it
@sccarguy82428 ай бұрын
My conversion van as a rotator switch near the steering wheel that allows me to choose an audio source.. I can split the system where the front speakers play the dash and the rear plays the rear stereo… I can do all front… and I can do tv video on the rear as well. Maybe you have a switch somewhere upfront that controls your audio source..
@darrylruple45648 ай бұрын
Try a lube/wd40 on the black window track. It will help the window up and down friction
@arizonaridersclub8 ай бұрын
We're riding with ya.Great video.
@dottiehammock99178 ай бұрын
If you lower the window down you can get to both bolt's that holds the window in
@r1986-FRP8 ай бұрын
I was really interested to see your work on the van great video great deal this van. Thank you so much
@tyclark978 ай бұрын
I love Ron's house & the 700 + round trip would love to see what makes it make and what doesn't . Hopefully they all make it . These vans are awesome 💯😎
@entropyfan57148 ай бұрын
Regarding the captains chairs, I had a similar problem & (eventually) got results with a WTB ad on Craigslist. A guy was parting out another conversion van & the fabric was a perfect match.
@dalenickel39548 ай бұрын
Randy Most GM vans,tahoes, suburbans have a standard floor,do what you need to lift up the carpet and look for the mounting floor seat bolt holes or whatever they are called. The carpet and padding covers them up , then you would have to cut the the carpet around those mountings and install the required surround plates . They are designed for quick removal. Keep up the great content, Watching from Janesville Wisconsin.
@gregcromer84068 ай бұрын
Randy, Regency RV filed bankruptcy in October. If you want to shell out some cash, there are plenty of great seats on the internet. Or, you can pull some out of a salvage yard vehicle and have them reupholstered. That carpet is shot and needs replacement. Thanks for a great video!
@toberlorenz87848 ай бұрын
This was very good content. Maybe show putting new carpet in along with the install of a seat. Seat should be a junkyard part.
@jrb967068 ай бұрын
Nice find! Just add tint and polish the van 👌
@mikepriceup8 ай бұрын
Another AAR Diamond in the Rough. Amazing how these things keep falling in your lap. Congrats buddy.
@t.l.robinson21628 ай бұрын
Through your instrument cluster you can program the van to not lock you out.
@Landongames148 ай бұрын
Absolutely love the AAR/MWM road-trips
@daviddenman74798 ай бұрын
I never seen you work so hard since you remodeled the house…. Great job!
@aydinroberts71638 ай бұрын
I love the road trip videos!!!
@richardhendrik30348 ай бұрын
There could never be an auto auction rebuilds video that's too long LOL
@RS-oy7uh8 ай бұрын
Really enjoying these new videos. You working in the shop.
@metarugia39818 ай бұрын
Randy, you can get a set of interior trim removal tools(they're plastic) from any auto parts/accessories store to make it easier for you and not damage the trim/s.
@BenTiny-zw8sv8 ай бұрын
I Like your Videos much better than Adventures Made from scratch. I Dislike him Because he Crushes Perfectly fine vehicle, but you Understand the value in stuff. Thank you for being an amazing KZbinr.
@dankwearadministrator50618 ай бұрын
Wish I could find a van like that for that price it's amazing I would call it home love seeing what you come across at auction and great content 😉
@Luke34208 ай бұрын
Randy you should make a video of your retro game collection it would be cool to see
@taylorandsonsgarage8 ай бұрын
I love watching the videos it doesn't matter how long they are
@SandyG3TX8 ай бұрын
J&J autowrecking just got the same van in. Looks to have back captains chairs too and side plastics.
@user-wu9zz9no6p8 ай бұрын
You are a very hard working man Randy
@Natures_Intentions8 ай бұрын
Might not have went as planned. HOWEVER in the end it came out in one peace I say PERFECT! Very well done.
@73amx638 ай бұрын
Take a blow nozzle and blow glass toward the rear of the door and vacuum it out.
@oldfart838 ай бұрын
Great viseo. Love it when you work in your shop. That's what I subscribed for way back. Not a fan of the junk yard tours
@kevindoxey8 ай бұрын
Really a nice looking van! I love the GMC grill! I'd take all of the carpet out and buy some nice commercial grade carpet, take the seats out and install new. It would smell better too!
@42luke938 ай бұрын
It was Regency and Explorer up to 2014. Now just Explorer makes these conversion vans, no other companies.
@benjamindoss33698 ай бұрын
The 🔐 is a feature called delay lock.. should be able to read up on the owners manual or scan tool
@houseofno8 ай бұрын
Hope you had a terrific Christmas Randy!
@2003cobramustang8 ай бұрын
Sorry you had such a hard time with the window but at least it’s done. Tires and headlights look so much better great job. Road trip with your vehicles to Indianapolis yes with Mike i definitely watch. Nice to see a new transmission!
@KSCuberOfficial8 ай бұрын
Not as surprised as some at the new trans. 4L60 is legendary for it's lack of reliability. Lucky mine has the 4l90. Nice video.
@Jon_22188 ай бұрын
This van definitely deserves new carpet front to back plus finding the Captain chairs you so covet to complete its transformation, a keen find on your part Randy in seeing its potential. Its going to look great once you finish the work. Highly appreciate these videos where you're putting in the sweat equity wrenching and taking us along the journey. Thanx!
@NickZitzloff-nw1hf8 ай бұрын
That would be cool to see so you can tell people what the fuel mileage is
@Dalt6348 ай бұрын
It was fun watching you keep your cool while getting the handicap ramp out of the van. You actually had me at the edge of my seat on occasion. Fun video to watch and very happy you've gotten yourself a very cheap conversion van!! Best of luck with what ever you decide to do with it. Be seeing you Randy!
@jameslovitt9948 ай бұрын
Wish there was a phone a friend option, I'm sitting here talking to my friggen iPad, I'm confident you'll get it eventually. Once you get it figured out, most all vehicles are similar.
@941oxford8 ай бұрын
Lubricate your window channels (sides & top of window channel) for a smooth window operation up & down
@mattlobue98738 ай бұрын
Turn the volume up in the front for the back radio
@charlesmichael56288 ай бұрын
Spray some wd40 in the window track on front and back, It's got dry from being without a window. Will make it go up and down easy.
@kingmaster91898 ай бұрын
I’m glad you took that thing out now just needs the beach seat or the captain chairs which ever you prefer. Clean up the carpet
@signalflare37918 ай бұрын
98% of front door side glass goes in from the outside front side down with the regulator all the way down. I haven't got to that point yet, but im hoping you were able to figure that out.
@signalflare37918 ай бұрын
Well, you sorta figured it out. You realized the door "Sills" had to be removed. It could bind because there's still glass in the track somewhere, but that's usually pretty apparent. It's likely binding because you have the track misaligned somewhere. Usually a couple of heat cycles will cause the track to settle back where it belongs. Tip for you, sometimes it makes it easier to loosen one of the tracks. When I was a "professional" glass installer my go to was usually to remove the sills and loosen the rear track.
@charliekretschmar20588 ай бұрын
Yes Randy you need to take off all the trim just to get the window in Charlie kretschmar Phoenix Arizona
@chrissydnor1518 ай бұрын
Vans are Badass, Love Vans
@SamsAutoRepair8 ай бұрын
It look so much better
@grahamalldred77698 ай бұрын
Well done Randy. Wish I could have been there to help you . Your passion is my passion 😂❤
@ezesrebuilds11748 ай бұрын
Haters are going to hate. Fans, let's gather here and show some love to this exceptional talent.
@samgrabel86488 ай бұрын
I know if a chrsyler produced from 99-05 does that it’s normally a security switch In the door. The auto locks
@drn73938 ай бұрын
A job well-done 👏 thank u for bring us along....U pushed through and u made it....
@mexicanspec8 ай бұрын
I also got my headlights cleaned and buffed at Wal-Mart but it was a guy doing it in the parking lot. It worked well.
@kenpresley33468 ай бұрын
Love the van! Enjoy your maintenance/repair videos.
@rayphillips3328 ай бұрын
I really like the van❤❤❤
@BigJon220918 ай бұрын
Thoroughly enjoyed this video Randy. Nothing like having the correct tires on a vehicle. It looks really good. Please do the same for the Escalade. 🤣
@user-ht1xu4gv2u8 ай бұрын
Spray silicone on window tracks felts a few times. To lube