My 74 Scout Build

[ronmc]

I thought it was time to share my build thread before I forget everything I have done. Some of you may have seen this on the other sites so forgive the copy.
The story starts about 12 months ago when I bought this 74 on Ebay, boy was my wife "happy" with me. Here's what it looked like when I got it.
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/74Scout11-1.jpg
When it arrived it leaked tranny fluid like crazy, I had intentions of parting it out but when I pulled the tranny (a 727) I found the TC had a crack in the seal surface, $80 later and the excellent info in Michael's post on band adjustment it shifts like a dream.
One thing the PO did halfway right was to put a new diamond plate floor that is strong enough to support anything. But when he did that he did not repair the body mounts, so the scout was pretty much sitting on the frame. After repairing those and new OEM bushings and a 2" body lift here's what she started to look like.
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/DSCF1305.jpg
Other things that have been done are as follows:
Helicoil for 1 spark plug on the 345
Rebuild the 2210 carb, again thanks to Michael's excellent post and helpful advice.
New steering sector and Borgensen kit
New front shocks, Jeff is advising Bilstiens.
New Bucket seats (APC's) and pedestals
New Steering wheel (Grant)
New door seals all the way around
Made a roll bar and got a bikini top
New set of 31x0.5's BF Goodrich AT
5" shackles in rear
New exhaust system with Flowmasters
CD player and speakers
New door to window seals
Custom center console
Swepco oil also.

Oh yea I forgot to mention the passenger side door was welded shut, body mounts and some cutting got it to work again.

I have done some body work but as you can tell I have aways to go, still hope to get it painted this spring, times wasting.

The latest project was putting in Add-a-Leafs all the way around. I did this more so to strengthen the springs but I did get a little more lift also. Just finished that project last night. Here are some pics as she sits now.
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/Scout%20Build/DSCF1402.jpg
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/Scout%20Build/DSCF1403.jpg

Unfortunately most of the work to date is the kind not readily noticeable. I did paint the hood IH Red one day, just fooling around.

I would like to add almost all my parts have come from IHON.
Thanks

More to come
Ron McElroy
Nebraska

[ronmc]

More pictures:
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/Scout%20Build/DSCF1404.jpg
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/Scout%20Build/DSCF1405.jpg
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/Scout%20Build/DSCF1406.jpg
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/Scout%20Build/DSCF1407.jpg

More to come

[ronmc]

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/Scout%20Build/DSCF1409.jpg
HI everyone; I thought I had to post a progress report for my 74. I have been doing some bodywork and painting I have got a ways to go but today I think the metal work is done. The patch panels have been a challenge to say the least. The 2 patches to the rear of the doors had to be completely rebuilt inside and out.
You will see the 5th pic is of the pass side behind the door has an extra piece welded on the bottom, as near as I can tell the rocker was not installed right at one point or another, if I lowered the patch to line up with the bottom then the arch of the wheel well would not line up.
All in all I am pretty happy with the results, although there are probably better ways (professional) of doing it but it works for me.
Last 2 pics are the final color, painted so far are 2 doors, tailgate, grill and hood. I hope to have it all painted soon:crazy: I want to drive it again.
Here are a few pictures of the work so far:
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/74%20Scout11/DSCF1441.jpg

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/74%20Scout11/DSCF1442.jpg

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/74%20Scout11/DSCF1443.jpg

continued

[ronmc]

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/74%20Scout11/DSCF1444.jpg

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/74%20Scout11/DSCF1445.jpg

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/74%20Scout11/DSCF1446.jpg

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/74%20Scout11/DSCF1447.jpg

[ronmc]

Well, I've been hard at it. I thought I would post up a sneak preview, before I pull it out of the shop. Everthing is painted except the top. Just re-assembly now. I have had a little disapointment the parts I painted 2/3 weeks ago seem to be darker than the fenders. I am hoping since the fenders just got painted this am that they will darken up after it cures a few days, not likly I know but I will live with it for know. When I get the top ready this fall I might pull the doors and re-paint.
Anyway here are the pics:
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/Scout%20Build/DSCF1457.jpg
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/Scout%20Build/DSCF1458.jpg
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/Scout%20Build/DSCF1459.jpg

Ron

[ronmc]

I changed to a HVLP gun plus the "parts" might have 1 or 2 extra coats, it depends on how many mistakes I made. Bummer put it still looks 100 times better than it did. Rust is gone, doors work, and it shines even if it is 2-toned
Anyway you asked for it so here is the 74 IH Scout II!!!!!

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/DSCF1460.jpg
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/DSCF1461.jpg
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/DSCF1462.jpg
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/DSCF1463.jpg

Thanks
Ron

P.S. Boy the 2 tone really shows up in the pics

[ronmc]

Since then, I have painted the hard top black and installed a new head liner. Plans are to repaint this spring, hopefully doing it right this time.
live and learn
Ron

[lindstromjd]

I'm going to hit the "Like" button here. Nice job, even with the paint snafu.

[WarlordX]

I agree, very clean rig. I like the interior a lot

[ronmc]

Thanks for the comments guys. I will try to get some pics with the top on posted, and Mike I will try to get a pic of the new headliner it matches the red on the outside, pretty close. I think it looks pretty cool.
Ron

[Rascus]

Wow, you've done a great job to that rig!

[ronmc]

Thanks Rascus, it's still a work in progress, as a IH's are.

[Green-80]

Looks really good so far. This kind of post is a real inspiration. The 1980 I bought yesterday looks a lot like yours did when you started. Maybe less rust and more dents.

[ronmc]

Thanks Green-80 it sure is good to here the coments even with the paint job.
Here's a few pics with the hard top on and the snow we have had. We have had 8 more inches since the pic.
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/DSCF1548.jpg
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/DSCF1550.jpg
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/DSCF1551.jpg

For Nebraska its alot of snow
Ron

[Green-80]

Driving in the snow was one thing I liked when I had my 62 Scout in South Dakota. Here is what I am starting with this time.
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s186/52-fan/1980Scout001.jpg
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s186/52-fan/1980Scout002.jpg
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s186/52-fan/1980Scout003.jpg
The grille has been changed to an older model.

[ronmc]

That does look pretty rust free, what are your plans for the build?
Ron

[Green-80]

The PO (previous owner) had already repaired the floors. I still need to install the patch panels behind both doors and knock out some dents. My first concern is getting some decent tires on it and cleaning up lots of little things. The engine is a built 392 with about 15,000 miles and the TF was rebuilt and brakes done so mechanically it is good.
Most of my wheeling will be done in the area where I hunt. Very steep logging access roads and some creeks to cross. I don't plan on finding places to break anything.

[dodge97]

seats? what kind are they and $$ and the frame that they mounted on, custom or came with the seats? headliner? how did you do that? looking at doing mine on my 800a

[ronmc]

The seats were bought on ebay I believe they might be an APC knockoff because they don't have the APC logo.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/NO-APC-LOGO-Super-Sport-Racing-Bucket-Seats-Seat-Red_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem518f256dcfQQitemZ35 0293945807QQptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAcce ssories
Look around on ebay I think I only paid 300 for the pair, free shipping.
They are mounted on Scout pedistals that have been cut off to lower them, then re-enforced with angle and flat to mount the seat.
The headliner in a ScoutII is just a piece of 1/8 inch plywood with a headliner cloth glued to it. The cloth has a 3/16's foam backing on it so it turns out real nice, I think.

Ron

[ronmc]

Just updating the build post. Well the front end project is done, new ball joints, tie rod ends, bearings/seals and Bilstien shocks. The alignment shop seems to have done a good job the Scout runs true and the Bilstiens are well worth the money.

That's all for now, thinking about re-painting this spring. I have to stop driving it long enough to do it though:(

Ron

[1974d2004x4]

Very cool. I like the interior...clean and well thought out

[ronmc]

Thanks 1974d2004x4, The interior just kinda fell together not alot of planning.
I have got some white face guage inlays on the way and I am looking for some red LEDs for the dash.

Ron

[ronmc]

Well I finally got her done, New paint, Bushwacker Fender Flares, pinstripe and decals.
I still have the hardtop to paint yet but at least it's back on the road.
Now if I can just get winch bumper done::mad:

Here she is:http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/74%20Scout11/DSCF1618.jpg
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/74%20Scout11/DSCF1617.jpg
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/74%20Scout11/DSCF1616.jpg

Thanks
Ron

[ronmc]

Here's a couple more:
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/74%20Scout11/DSCF1615.jpg
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/74%20Scout11/DSCF1619.jpg


Ron

[ronmc]

Hi Everybody; I know you think you've seen this before, but some changes have been made. It's a little early for the hard top but I just but on a nice coat of Jet Black paint (not Rustoleum the good stuff) so I had to see how it looked. Also got my rear bumper installed HEAVY DUTY!! Here are a few pics.
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/74%20Scout11/DSCF1647.jpg
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/74%20Scout11/DSCF1645.jpg
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/74%20Scout11/DSCF1644.jpg
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b305/RonMc1954/74%20Scout11/DSCF1646.jpg

Other than some possible mechanical upgrades I would just about call this one finished, if there is such a thing.
Oh yea I almost forgot. I re-enforced the area under the rack "feet" so now I can put my kayak rack on and go anywhere!!
Thanks
Ron

[Paul Morgan]

Looking real good man
I'm sure your'e having a blast driving that thing around and hearing all the people say "Nice Jeep" lol
Good work

[ronmc]

Thanks Paul; it is fun to drive it turns alot of heads and I get alot of comments. About the only place I hear the "J__p" comment is from people at work and they do it just to p_ss me off. LOL They have even threatened to put on a bumper sticker "I wish I was a J__P" now that would p_ss me off.LOL

Ron