Just my .02, but I have had several Chevy Astro vans as company cars, currently have a 2004 with over 150K on it and this engine is bullet proof. With minimal care they just keep going and going. If possible, this would make a hell of a nice swap.

Jeff Stewart

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> I know its supposed to be VW or Subbie into my 85 Vanagon but I already own a 4.3l and know something about this engine......
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