I took a load of trash to the dump and weighed the empty van on the way out, it weighs 5240 pounds
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Mileage 205,979.5
Mileage 205.979.5
13.54 gallons
$2.37 /gallon
$32.08
3 Day Use Permits
In Arizona, after signing over the title, I still needed to pass Emissions. Once I pass emissions, I can transfer the title and get an Arizona License Plate
To get around to parts stores and gas stations, etc I went online and printed out a 3-Day permit
Van Chat III w. Hosh Nasi & Biker Bob
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j49pQOrRmNo
WindyNation 200 Watt (2pcs 100 Watt) Solar Panel Kit
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Anderson Powerpole Connectors
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Diamond Original NR770HB 144/440 MHz Dual-Band Mobile Antenna
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Chevrolet Vans, 1967-86 (Chilton Repair Manual)
Chevrolet & GMC Vans 68-92 (Hayne’s Automotive Manual)
Van Chat II
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Online Van Parts vs. Local Shop
Bought a lot of parts online, saved about $100 over buying in town
These parts cost $115 online, in town they would have been $240
1986 CHEVROLET G30
5.7L 350cid V8 Engine
VIN M
Cooling System : Radiator Lower Hose
Emission : PCV (Positive Crankcase Ventilation) Valve
Engine : Oil Filter
Fuel/Air : Air Filter
Ignition : Distributor Rotor
Ignition : Spark Plugs
Ignition : Spark Plug Wires
Wiper & Washer : Wiper Blade
Brake/Wheel Hub : Brake Pad
Cooling System : Radiator Upper Hose
Ignition : Ignition Control Module (ICM)
School Auction
This van was bought by a Tucson School district new in 1986
After buying it, I am its second owner. I asked for and was given a folder of maintenance records which go back to 1999
Here are the photos and description from the auction
Won a $510 Chevy Van at Auction
Found a 1986 Chevy Van at auction
It looked like a great deal in the listing, but when I went to check it out it wasn’t so great. The van next to it (V21) was pretty good though, and I placed a bid
I won the aution for a 1986 1-ton Chevy Van
It had no battery, and the lights were on as soon as the battery was connected. It had been sitting for years. Half a tank of gas, most of the fluids were OK, but the transmission was empty
The winning bid was $510, auction fees were $100
I had to wait a few days to pick it up, and I requested the maintenance records. They had them and they go back to 1999
Next step; AZ Emmissions, and Licence Plates