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Just call me Sean · 02-09-2021, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

I'll take this one

That thing looks like a diesel locomotive.

**old Rusty C10** · 02-09-2021, 04:05 PM

i took this 66 gmc van and turned it into the two tone one completely paneled carpeted and a bed my very own shaggin wagon

SCOTI · 02-09-2021, 06:14 PM

Squarebody Syndicates van.....

**special-K** · 02-10-2021, 06:49 AM

Great example from the era... in a Ford

truckin 79 · 02-10-2021, 12:27 PM

My camping van

Just call me Sean · 02-10-2021, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

Great example from the era... in a Ford

I have one of those.

CG · 02-10-2021, 07:44 PM

Funny seeing this thread. My Astro van I posted back in 2015 didn't fare too well. I let my nephew borrow it and he wrecked it ... twice lol.

Id still love to have another. I really like the late 90's early 2000's Astro vans. Getting pretty old though and any I have casually looked at were super high miles and pretty ratty on the insides.

**special-K** · 02-11-2021, 06:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Just call me Sean

I have one of those.

Back when the original kit was issued (late '70s) I bought one to kit bash and build a 4wd '53 F100

Dodge factory custom. Well, by way of aftermarket upfit/conversion arrangement with Travco

LT7A · 02-11-2021, 09:36 AM

I stopped to snap a couple photos of this ride. So cool and captures the era. As I drove away I thought how glad I was that there wasn't a for sale sign on it. I would have had to inquire. I can't imagine where I could drive that without people raising an eyebrow, haha. But if I could have gotten it cheap, I would have had to have it.

**special-K** · 02-11-2021, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by truckin 79

My camping van

That's a really cool unit. Ready to roll whenever you are... with style!

This is the only camper picture I have

**3757chevy** · 02-12-2021, 11:22 AM

I have friend with a '64.

TexasC10 · 02-13-2021, 12:37 AM

My shag party wagon 1979, CB-radio and other trinkets all over.
Couple of friends helped with painting this thing using a roller..

It's a Ford Transit 70's something, can't remember exact year.
4-banger & 4 speed manual transmission.
Home made spoiler & extra lightning do-hickeys that was popular during "van-time" in Europe.
A regular bed inside with of course "fluffy blankets and carpet glued on the walls.
The sturdy roof rack was perfect sitting with a hot babe in lawn chairs watching the sun go down.
Even a old style alarm-clock on a night stand nailed down so I could wake up after a tough night.

**71CHEVYSHORTBED402** · 02-13-2021, 02:25 AM

I remember back in the day custom vans were everywhere. Especially those painted up this theme & that, now I never see one.

An old friend had one of these micro vans, his was white. We were probably the coolest 3-4 guys in town when we drove it to High School

**special-K** · 02-13-2021, 07:10 AM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

Squarebody Syndicates van.....

It would look better not slammed, the way Vans were run in their era. Not a flattering look IMO. Plus, gotta leave room for those sidepipes!

This one is lowered, not slammed, and it doesn't look bad.

Just call me Sean · 02-13-2021, 03:21 PM

Showed mine some love. New battery, now I can use it again. Battery died about two months ago, right after the warranty ran out. Lasted the full 5 years though.

SCOTI · 02-13-2021, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

It would look better not slammed, the way Vans were run in their era. Not a flattering look IMO. Plus, gotta leave room for those sidepipes!

This one is lowered, not slammed, and it doesn't look bad.

Some like apples. Others like oranges....

I must have missed the the part about 'era correct' only.

**Palf70Step** · 02-14-2021, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by 71CHEVYSHORTBED402

I remember back in the day custom vans were everywhere. Especially those painted up this theme & that, now I never see one.

An old friend had one of these micro vans, his was white. We were probably the coolest 3-4 guys in town when we drove it to High School

Reminded me of my days living in Japan is the 70s. Here is one I had over there. 72 Suzuki with 360cc 2-stroke engine.

72c20customcamper · 02-14-2021, 12:12 PM

This is just cool wouldn't last long on my road though

Just call me Sean · 02-14-2021, 07:18 PM

Here's a little van love. Well... here's a little van anyways.

Asshat · 02-14-2021, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

Econoline

I had a 63 like this when I was 16!

**special-K** · 02-15-2021, 06:44 AM

I rode in a lot of those. Never had one. My friend had one with the trick paint that was mostly gold like these two. A couple other examples of cool customs

68panelman · 02-15-2021, 08:26 AM

If you guys want to see van love, watch the movie C.B. Hustlers 1976. Beautiful custom vans and semis of the era.

**special-K** · 02-15-2021, 06:21 PM

Googled!!

68panelman · 02-15-2021, 06:40 PM

**special-K** · 02-16-2021, 06:14 AM

That's a lot of work!

02-09-2021, 04:05 PM	#77
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,260	Re: Let's see some van love! i took this 66 gmc van and turned it into the two tone one completely paneled carpeted and a bed my very own shaggin wagon Attached Images __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

02-09-2021, 06:14 PM	#78
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 21,910	Re: Let's see some van love! Squarebody Syndicates van..... Attached Images __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

02-10-2021, 06:49 AM	#79
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Let's see some van love! Great example from the era... in a Ford Attached Images __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

02-10-2021, 12:27 PM	#80
truckin 79 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: CO Posts: 729	Re: Let's see some van love! My camping van Attached Images __________________ 79 Chevy 2wd BIG10 350 TH400

02-10-2021, 07:44 PM	#82
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Monroe, Wa. Posts: 19,773	Re: Let's see some van love! Funny seeing this thread. My Astro van I posted back in 2015 didn't fare too well. I let my nephew borrow it and he wrecked it ... twice lol. Id still love to have another. I really like the late 90's early 2000's Astro vans. Getting pretty old though and any I have casually looked at were super high miles and pretty ratty on the insides. __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … … Monroe Swap meet May 18-19. Mike has the same spots for the NW guys he's had forever. Lunch time BBQ at the spaces. If you have stuff to sell bring it along. If you have a question PM stllookn (Mike) here via the board. https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=851291

02-11-2021, 09:36 AM	#84
LT7A Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: PNW Posts: 3,507	Re: Let's see some van love! I stopped to snap a couple photos of this ride. So cool and captures the era. As I drove away I thought how glad I was that there wasn't a for sale sign on it. I would have had to inquire. I can't imagine where I could drive that without people raising an eyebrow, haha. But if I could have gotten it cheap, I would have had to have it. Attached Images

02-12-2021, 11:22 AM	#86
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 3,850	Re: Let's see some van love! I have friend with a '64. Attached Images __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE

02-13-2021, 12:37 AM	#87
TexasC10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Houston,Texas Posts: 30	Re: Let's see some van love! My shag party wagon 1979, CB-radio and other trinkets all over. Couple of friends helped with painting this thing using a roller.. It's a Ford Transit 70's something, can't remember exact year. 4-banger & 4 speed manual transmission. Home made spoiler & extra lightning do-hickeys that was popular during "van-time" in Europe. A regular bed inside with of course "fluffy blankets and carpet glued on the walls. The sturdy roof rack was perfect sitting with a hot babe in lawn chairs watching the sun go down. Even a old style alarm-clock on a night stand nailed down so I could wake up after a tough night. Attached Images Last edited by TexasC10; 02-13-2021 at 12:50 AM.

02-13-2021, 02:25 AM	#88
71CHEVYSHORTBED402 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern Nevada Posts: 7,118	Re: Let's see some van love! I remember back in the day custom vans were everywhere. Especially those painted up this theme & that, now I never see one. An old friend had one of these micro vans, his was white. We were probably the coolest 3-4 guys in town when we drove it to High School __________________ Tony 71 Custom Deluxe, SWB, 2WD, 402, A/C. I developed an assm. guide "kit" for restoring it from ground up. With assys, the guide accts for 1000s of OEM identifications and part numbers, all written in short order. 700+ images include assm, illust., charts, and points of interest. Much of the info. applies to all 67-72 GM trucks, and to a lessor degree all 67-72 GM vehicles. My build thread, and more on the guide https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=730025 Last edited by 71CHEVYSHORTBED402; 02-13-2021 at 02:51 AM.

02-14-2021, 12:12 PM	#93
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,140	Re: Let's see some van love! This is just cool wouldn't last long on my road though Attached Images __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.

02-15-2021, 06:44 AM	#96
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Let's see some van love! I rode in a lot of those. Never had one. My friend had one with the trick paint that was mostly gold like these two. A couple other examples of cool customs Attached Images __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

02-15-2021, 08:26 AM	#97
68panelman Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Delaware and Long Island, New York Posts: 3,450	Re: Let's see some van love! If you guys want to see van love, watch the movie C.B. Hustlers 1976. Beautiful custom vans and semis of the era. Attached Images Last edited by 68panelman; 02-15-2021 at 10:42 AM.

02-15-2021, 06:21 PM	#98
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Let's see some van love! Googled!! __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

02-15-2021, 06:40 PM	#99
68panelman Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Delaware and Long Island, New York Posts: 3,450	Re: Let's see some van love!

02-16-2021, 06:14 AM	#100
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Let's see some van love! That's a lot of work! Attached Images __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~



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