What have we got here?... 2015 Sapphire Pro 1200 unveiled..

[AshleyMckendree]

What year CHEVY/gmc vans will this work in? And what motor?

 

[dealtimeman]

Probably newer vans with the 6.0l v8


Don't buy a 4.8l v8, just trying to warn you.

 

[Lee Stockwell]

Probably newer vans with the 6.0l v8


Don't buy a 4.8l v8, just trying to warn you.

Gas milage too good

 

[Dennis Bruders]

Ashley, I will check into the exact years (late model GM) but I can tell you from experience that most distributors will limit the age and mileage on the van the unit is installed in to 30,ooo miles or under. Thats not to say some will install in higher mileage vans. In regards to the engine the 6.0 liter V8. While there is always debate on the fuel enconomy of the 4.8 l versus the 6.0 liter there is and arguement to be made that once we load up all the tools of the trade including water tank, porty, dehu ETC the fuel economy of the 4.8l is nuetralized because it is working harder than the 6.0l. Besides the 6.0L is a proven work horse of a motor.

 

[Able 1]

Almost makes a slide-in only guy want to bat for the other team...




Almost..

Good work SS!

 

[handdi]

someone buy one please
looks like a player here for sure

 

[Lyman]

Has GM said they will keep the warranty in place with this unit.

 

[AshleyMckendree]

Very impressive for a DD system, just a hair shy of 500cfm, could dual Zipper/Rotary extractor (Whatever tool is always on the floor) at short hose lengths if there's enough flow from the pump.

 

[Sapphirerick]

Has GM said they will keep the warranty in place with this unit.

The warranty on the vehicle is intact for all the OEM parts and we cover the attachment system.

 

[davegillfishing]

rick can you please call branden @ crown and get me quoted on this? he is working me up a quote to add another 570 now but this has me very interested..i will ask him to call you tomorrow but if you dont hear from him pretty soon..

thanks
dave

 

[Sapphirerick]

rick can you please call branden @ crown and get me quoted on this? he is working me up a quote to add another 570 now but this has me very interested..i will ask him to call you tomorrow but if you dont hear from him pretty soon..

thanks
dave

Hey buddy!
Give me a ring tomorrow. 360-770-1428!

 

[Mikey P]

 

[D Luke]

This machine looks so awesome. I was 100% set on buying a CDS this fall/next spring, but Sapphire has me reconsidering.

Hopefully there is some good real world feedback available soon.

 

[hogjowl]

Good Lord ... IMAGINE how much crap Saiger could cram in the back of THAT rig!

 

[dealtimeman]

Art what setup are you running know that you want a different setup next time around?

 

[D Luke]

Art what setup are you running know that you want a different setup next time around?

2012 Legend GT w/ Belly tank in a 2012 Chevy Express Standard Length. I have zero complaints about my current set-up, it has been very reliable.

I have just always wanted a direct drive, but couldn't quite afford it during start up. As soon as the Legend is paid off I will sell the complete package and upgrade. Hopefully it will have decent value with low to moderate miles and hours.

I am hours away from a mechanic/distributor, so I was really leaning Butler, but I've got to have more available space than they offer.

 

[dealtimeman]

Have you ever ran a butler?

 

[D Luke]

Nope, haven't even seen one in person.

 

[hogjowl]

I'm not saying the space in a Butler is all that great, but you may be surprised to find it actually has more space than your slide in. At least, it has more than mine ... but mine has a 55 gallon water tank and a #4 Little Giant heater back there.

 

[JS41035]

I have the same wall panel kit in my GMC. I love it.
That setup is awesome.

 

[D Luke]

I'm not saying the space in a Butler is all that great, but you may be surprised to find it actually has more space than your slide in. At least, it has more than mine ... but mine has a 55 gallon water tank and a #4 Little Giant heater back there.

Yeah, I'm sure it would work and be more room than I have now. At the moment I'm getting dang sick of putting my Cimex on and off the van whenever I have encap work. Not enough room to carry everything. Some of that has to do with the fact that my Rokan electric reel is a space hog.

 

[West]

Question for the Sapphire guys. It is my understanding (maybe I'm wrong) that you can not put a direct drive in the new Ford's, Dodges, and model year 2017 Chevrolets due to motor location in the new style vans. If this is true, why do this Pro1200 redesign for less than 2 years of production? Also this is like the 3 version I have seen of the Pro1200 since you guys bought the rights just a few years ago, very confusing for the consumer.

 

[Zee]

West, In case you didn't read the thread....

From a design standpoint, the bearing mount assembly that has the large drive pulley, could be used as a mount for a Hydraulic motor mount for use in these Euro vans that will soon be the only option.
Love it.

Very well put.

 

[D Luke]

I don't believe the Chevy Express has a phase out date yet. I would think sales will be strong since it is the last traditional style van left.

 

[Mikey P]

2020..

 

[West]

Didn't see that post about the hydraulic motor mount, that makes much more sense now, thank you. A local Chevrolet dealership told me 2017 model year was the change?

 

[kingjoelking]

I have read many times that 2017 is the last year for the Cheverolet. They are partnering with Nissan to provide us a large uglier then all "Euro"

 

[Zee]

http://m.trucktrend.com/features/ne...h_nissan_for_new_fullsize_vans/#__federated=1


How much credibility is there- I don't know.

 

[hogjowl]

Just found out today the 1200 is set at 13 " of lift.

 

[Russ T.]

Diesel option?!?!