does these Rims fit on a 2008 Conversion Van?
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OK guys been searching around the internet a little bit today, and have found some anecdotal (not hard facts) info. Apparently the conversion van builders decide what suspension to use is based on the amount of seats in the vehicle, I only saw two choices. A conversion van with up to seven seats uses the 1500 (haft ton) 135” suspension, which utilizes the six lug bolt wheels. A conversion van that seats up to nine uses a 2500 (three-quarter ton) 155” suspension, which utilizes the eight lug bolt wheels.
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1500 has 1/2 ton capacity, hence the lighter duty components. In fact it has the same drivetrain (aside from engine) as my Astro did, which is also 1/2 ton. Same transmission, axles, torsion bar front SLA independent suspension.
2500/3500 have larger axles for added capacity, bigger transmissions, integral steering, bigger stabilizer bars, bigger brake rotors, wider tires, and a higher deck.
2500/3500 have larger axles for added capacity, bigger transmissions, integral steering, bigger stabilizer bars, bigger brake rotors, wider tires, and a higher deck.
Last edited by mountainmanjoe; March 1st, 2018 at 3:13 PM.
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1500 has 1/2 ton capacity, hence the lighter duty components. In fact it has the same drivetrain (aside from engine) as my Astro did, which is also 1/2 ton. Same transmission, axles, torsion bar front SLA independent suspension. I doubt there's a difference between passenger and cargo versions.
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GM Brochure for 2013:
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Is Joe stalking us? How did he get a picture of your van, Tom?
I notice no one mentioned the 4500. I don't even know what that might be, but I keep seeing it mentioned. I guess Imma goin' lookin'.
I notice no one mentioned the 4500. I don't even know what that might be, but I keep seeing it mentioned. I guess Imma goin' lookin'.