I am an engine collector, so im always hauling antique engines/machinery all across the east coast.
Two weeks ago I made a 1400mile round trip in my 97' Safari van (4.3/auto/AWD) - from Huntington, NY to Whitmore Lake, MI to fetch a 2405lb Hall-Scott gasoline engine. I also had a 750lb Maxim snowblower in the back of the van, a 200lb Wagner repulsion start induction run motor, and about 500lbs in tools/spare tires, trip supplies, etc etc. The van averaged 19mpg unloaded up, and 14mpg loaded back, at 70mph. Im honestly impressed, I was real skeptical of the van getting the job done as Ive never pulled that much that long of a distance before! Prior to the trip, I picked up a full size spare wheel/tire for the van, changed transmission oil, and greased up the front end. The engine burned about 1/2 quart of oil over the long trip. I had my foot buried in the floor to get through the mountains with the windows down and heat blaring on full! After this trip, im looking at replacing the rear leaf springs...





Enjoy the pics, Lets see some of yours!
Chris