DomSan Astro Project

[domsan]

hi Guys
I would like to introduce you to my astro project.
Here are the pictures of how I picked up the car















It is a 1995 Astro Van 4WD
I have some plans for the vehicle as you will see here.
So the car went from the condition had little rust what you could see.

[doogaloo]

I bet it's fast...it's red!

[augidog]

I bet it's fast...it's red!

well, everybody knows red is faster. I didn't think I would, but I like the color on an Astro. Looks great, domsan, and it's too bad that once again rot and rust detracts from what is otherwise a bullet-proof vehicle. I hope you find the parts you'll be needing to bring her back.

[markmitch]

Nice! and welcome to the forum, By the way is it AWD or has it been converted to 4x4 already?

[domsan]

Nice! and welcome to the forum, By the way is it AWD or has it been converted to 4x4 already?

In Germany they are called 4WD or 4x4. I know that here is the designation AWD, just didn't pay attention to it when writing

[domsan]

First completely disassemble and see what comes out



the axis behind it, rust and holes and holders destroyed

[Wiley]

Wow this guy is not messing around.

[sixsix]

Really !! Nice to see a true Astro Restoration.

[domsan]

Thank you guys . if I do a restoration correctly

the rear wheel arches rust and holes.










I had to build both end tips from scratch

[domsan]

further disassemble and remove paint, build up the paint from scratch

[AstroWill]

Lots of work ahead of you, thanks for posting!

[domsan]

Yes there is a lot of work, especially to get all the color down. I don't want to build a new paint on this paint. that would not go well




I am currently working between 4 and 6 hours every day plus weekends all day

i hate rust and holes









how good there is sheet metal and welding equipment

[Astrofarian]

Wow this guy is not messing around.

Truer words were never spoken.
Can't WAIT to see this one finished.

-M!ke-

[Wiley]

Wow I wish I could do this level work. Keep up the good work.

[domsan]

thank you guys.
I like to work on cars and keep trying to outdo myself.

here are some more pictures for you

[sixsix]

What a Labor of Love... curious, what is your plan for the Van when 'finished' ?

I am no bodyman or expert or even an amateur, but after seeing your pics and the ones coming - your work looks great.
Some jaw-dropping work there, now. Don't often see those things going on with Vans.
Thanks ( and in advance ) for the pics.

[Rinny]

All in!! I love it. I will enjoy watching this. Thanks

[90safari]

Agreed with those above me. I love seeing this kind of stuff happen and go on. While it might long like "black magic" to some, it's just long hours and hard work to others. Some people like doing it (as a kind of therapy), while others make a living out of it. Some real nice work anyway. Keep at it, we love pics.

[domsan]

Thank you for your attention

What a Labor of Love... curious, what is your plan for the Van when 'finished' ?

I am no bodyman or expert or even an amateur, but after seeing your pics and the ones coming - your work looks great.
Some jaw-dropping work there, now. Don't often see those things going on with Vans.
Thanks ( and in advance ) for the pics.

when i have finished the astro i will drive it, bought the astro to transport my wheelchair. and the astro is simply better to drive in the city. at the end of this resto comes the 84 chevy suburban. it is still in its first state and would like to shine in new splendor again

[AngryPunk]

Great project. Please keep the pics coming.