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Who made the safari van?

Who made the safari van?

General Motors
Chevrolet Astro/Manufacturers

What are the specs of a GMC Safari?

compare with… A close relative of the Chevrolet Astro, the GMC Safari was a close competitor of the Dodge Caravan and the Toyota Van. The minivan version had front-wheel drive as opposed to the truck-based platform which had all-wheel drive and about 5,000 pounds of pulling power. The mini-van version was limited to a towing capacity of 3500 lb.

What was the towing capacity of a GMC Safari?

A close relative of the Chevrolet Astro, the GMC Safari was a close competitor of the Dodge Caravan and the Toyota Van. The minivan version had front-wheel drive as opposed to the truck-based platform which had all-wheel drive and about 5,000 pounds of pulling power. The mini-van version was limited to a towing capacity of 3500 lb.

When did the GMC Safari get refreshed?

Thanks to their huge interior space and seat layout, the minivans are some of the most practical cars on the roads for families. With a great experience in utility vehicles, GMC offered the Safari lineup since the ’80, and it refreshed-it in 1994.

What is the encoder motor for Astro Safari AWD?

99-05 encoder motor: http://amzn.to/2tV0Y3K Rectangular Plug w/2 Pins, Fits New Venture Gear 136/236/246, RPO Code NP4 (All Wheel Drive Transfer Case) Torque to 15ftlbs. 99-05 Transfer case actuator (encoder motor)insulator https://amzn.to/2qQdmmq and front shaft spline seal (Shaft To Yoke)GM 12544077

Is the 1997 GMC Safari a good car?

The 1997 GMC Safari has not been tested. Like what you see? Find the best deal on a GMC Safari today. There are for sale near you. Certified child passenger safety technicians conduct hands-on tests of a car’s Latch system and check the vehicle’s ability to accommodate different types of car seats.

99-05 encoder motor: http://amzn.to/2tV0Y3K Rectangular Plug w/2 Pins, Fits New Venture Gear 136/236/246, RPO Code NP4 (All Wheel Drive Transfer Case) Torque to 15ftlbs. 99-05 Transfer case actuator (encoder motor)insulator https://amzn.to/2qQdmmq and front shaft spline seal (Shaft To Yoke)GM 12544077

Do you need AWD transfer case for Astro Safari?

AWD Transfer Cases. If you have an AWD or 4WD vehicle, please ensure that your tires are the same size(diameter) and properly inflated all around, this is extremely important on AWD and 4WD vehicles. If you find that the front prop shaft has been removed, it would be wise to check that the rear end ratio matches the front.

How to change AWD fluid in Astro Safari?

First check tires for even wear and pressure, rotate/swap tires around. Second step is to replace the fluid with AT2, then do a bunch of figure 8s, put 50-100miles on it, and then replace the fluid again with AT2. Note that the clutch packs can hold the old fluid for several hundred miles.

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