I'd prioritize your list this way:

1. Buy Bentley manual
2. Replace fuel lines
3. Replace alternator (If not working. If it is working, then I'd move it down below #4.)
4. Replace tires
5. Remove belts for A/C and power steering

Everything else can wait.

Keep your first road trips short. 
Keep a log of miles travelled, conditions, fuel economy, and any problems encountered. 
Keep a plan for what to do when the van misbehaves. 

Good luck.

-Jarrett
89 Westy

On Jul 9, 2012, at 9:28 AM, Gab and Em wrote:

> 
> Challenges:
> -REPLACE FOUR PASSENGER TIRES;
> -POWER STEERING -- RIP as of last night -- PS fluid all fell out -- front
> and back after I put in some Lucas.
> -AIR CONDITIONING -- RIP as of Y2k;
> -JUMP SEAT;
> -ALTERNATOR
> -REFERENCE MANUAL -- where can I get one?
>