Category: Rebuild
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Sidequest: How to Fix Serpentine Belt Noise
I woke up this morning, hopped in the Scout, and headed to the Waffle House to get my day going. On the way down the mountain, I noticed that there was a “chirp” coming from the engine compartment. It was a new noise, and if you have a Scout II. A new noise is not Read more
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Measuring the slither of my serpentine..and other items.
Back at the mechanic…. I think there may be a vacuum leak or a fuel pressure regulation/fuel pump issue. I will have it back at State Line Auto in a few weeks to see if we can get it running as good as it looks. Update: …so the old man is back on the tow Read more
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Before and After Photos: Back where it all began.
So, I will admit that I found a plugin that creates before-and-after photo sliders, and I like it. Since I like it, I will use it so much that you may be upset with my overuse. Deal with it! A brief note for you purists out there….you know who you are, and yes, I am talking to Read more
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The Rebuild…something is going to happen
Here we go! I have a few pics from today and will keep putting them up as things go back together. I was told that windows were going in today. So far, the rebuild has been ongoing for three weeks, but they are not working on my rig full-time. I will keep up with pictures Read more
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Miniquest: License Plate Light Refresh
I stopped by the body shop the other day to pick up the light that attaches to the license plate assembly on the back on my Scout II. They do have new replacement parts which I have found on the interwebs. ScoutParts.com seems to have limited availability but since my was from 1972 and in Read more
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From V-Belts to Serpentine: Slithering into a Smoother Scout II Ride
I wasn’t expecting this, but I am not surprised. We will do two things to get a more modern and serviceable engine. I will be taking pictures of before and after, but since a mechanic is doing the work, I may be missing some process steps. Updates: Talk to the guys at State Line Auto. Here Read more
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Chillin’ Like a Scout II Villain: The AC Chronicles
I found a shop in town that can install the after-market kit. The guys at State Line Auto say they are up to the challenge and have a fabricator to fabricate the steel pieces to hold the compressor and move the alternator around. I am excited to get this piece taken care of because the Read more
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Sidequest: Big, Shiney, Happy, Beauty Rings…and center caps.
So I grabbed the beauty rings off the Scout and brought them home for refurbishment. The outside of the rings were in pretty good shape. The biggest challenge I had was to blow the rust off the back of the rings and work them over with a wire brush. You can see how I handled Read more
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Project Scout II:The final quest…before the ongoing saga.
Sure, I remember the Christmas of 1987. Why do you ask? Well, I remember that year I got the Legend of Zelda. It was under the Christmas tree, all beautiful and gold! I unwrapped that bad boy and stared at it. It took us a few months to beat it. Yes, we called the hotline in Seattle Read more
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Sidquest: Headliners are for quakers.
You will notice that my cover image is a little different. I quit paying for ChatGPT and use Grok now. Grok creates more realistic images which, I don’t know if I love or not—either way. GPT only allows the free version to do a few renditions of pictures before it says to try again tomorrow. Read more
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Project II-Tone: Ready for paint! Part Deux
I figured I would break from the old post to jump to paint stuff here. Now that that deadener is applied and the spray on bed we will start to attack the exterior. Reed has started painting on the loose parts like the cowl, front grill, lower valance, rear hatch window, and glove box door. Read more
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Sidequest: Merkin for my rails.
Okay, so you may not know what I mean by merkin, and you may be beginning to think about what I mean by rails. The rail is the easy part to explain. It just means the window track for the front two doors of my 1972 Scout II. By merkin, I, of course, mean the Read more
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Project Running Like a Singer: Only hopefully with a little more power.
I am not going to B.S. you here. Getting this thing running correctly is not as easy as one would think. I am going to have the guys at State Line Auto help me, but Levi does a great job explaining the challenges. Bonus: Levi also shows an upgrade that I may drop in at Read more
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Project II-Tone: Ready for paint! Part Uno
I think I have found the color scheme. I am not 100% sure about the color of the pinstripe, but I LOVE the front cowl, all in white. It will look great with the stainless grill. Leave your comments in the section below. I am going with sage green and an “antique white”. I talked Read more
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Bondo Bonanza: My 1972 Scout II’s New Skin Regime
She’s back at the body shop: Update: I talked to Tony 11/5/24 about the process. We are going to go weekly on the truck. I will go down and get updates on the process and approve the next steps. We are getting closer to putting her back together. Update: 59.5 Hours of Body Work…. Okay, Read more
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Project: Everyone could use 2-3 inches…and it only took 5 months!
Good day!….Um, er to spend money!!! So I had the tow guy, I use Cain, pick up the Scout. Cost me $150 to get it up the lift kit place but I don’t have any other option. My mechanic grabbed a crate and told me it could be fun after he finishes driving it with Read more
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Project 70’s Shag Baby: Secrets to a Deep Pile Satisfaction
Ah, carpet. You wouldn’t think this decision would be so hard to make, but there are many options for carpets. There is a plush cut pile, an ultra-plush cut pile (the most expensive), a neon cut pile (for those who love disco biscuits), an 80-20 loop, and a loop pile carpet. FYI: Neon-cut pile carpets Read more
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Project Dune Part 3 Part 2: Scout Prime
I visited my friend down at Chatt Town Exclusives to see the recently blasted and primed Scout II. I took some pictures and discussed the items needed. Essentially, all of the floor panels needed replacement. That means I needed the following: UPDATE- So, the suppliers came through. Right front quarter panelLeft front quarter panel EJClassis Read more
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Project “Arm-rest”oration: Upholstering a 1972 Scout’s Interior, One Pun at a Time
I really do hope you appreciate the work that went into the title of this blog. Yes, most others are stupid, but this one is pretty good!! One of the most frustrating parts about re-doing this ’72 Scout has been finding the people to do the work. I don’t have any relationships. I ask friends Read more
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Towt up from the flow up: (Part Deuce)
Okay, so my transmission seems to be acting up—so much so that it won’t go into any gear. It will go into park right now, which is the only positive that I see right now. I am going through what everyone told me would happen. My Scout II keeps breaking down, with issues ranging from Read more
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Project: “Brake It ‘Til You Make It – Journey from rear Drum to Disc Brakes!”
The International Scout II is a classic vehicle cherished by off-road enthusiasts and vintage car lovers. While its rugged design and robust performance are notable, upgrading its braking system is crucial for safety and performance. Replacing the master brake cylinder and converting from drum brakes to disc brakes are significant improvements that every Scout II Read more
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Getting Towt up from the flow up….
I know it’s a stupid title, but it’s my blog, and you don’t pay for it! Let’s be honest. From the first day of this little adventure, I knew this day would come. The day I needed to call Doug Yates to get him to send out one of his beautiful tow trucks. The day Read more
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Videos
Cool Videos I Found…all in one place. Engines. Windows. Hardtop. Wiring. Seals. Wipers. Exhaust. Sniper 2. Gears/Transmissions/Axles. Tires. Steering. Dealing with Rust. Fuel System. Coolant. Carpet and Sound Dampening. Water Pumps. Brakes. Other Videos. Engines: (TOP) Windows: (TOP) Hardtop: (TOP) Wiring: (TOP) Seals: (TOP) Wipers: (TOP) Exhaust: (TOP) Sniper2: (TOP) Gears / Transmissions / Axles: Read more
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Project: Where to put my boxes. EFI added!
In this blog post, I’ll share my experience hunting for the perfect location to attach the ignition box and tie-in box while installing the new Holley Sniper 2 electric fuel injection system on my vehicle. The process required careful consideration, research, and a few trial-and-error attempts. Background:I recently decided to upgrade my vehicle’s fuel system Read more
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Project: Baby needs a new pair of shoes.
Scout II Factory Options and Specifications for Scout II applications Aftermarket Basics to Know for Scout II applications Current Setup: Update: Here is what I am thinking. BF Goodwrench 33/10.5/15 They came in today! I decided to order them through the Walmart app because I use Walmart plus and the prices were good and they put them Read more
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Project: Plug the holes…
It’s better known as dropping a grand on gauges… The boys at Anything Scout recommend gauges from AutoMeter.com. Over the next month or so, I will research these bad boys and consider the look I want inside my Scout II. So I pulled the trigger on my gauges and went with the AutoMeter American Muscle Read more
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Project: Electrical Up to Snuff?
The boys at Anything Scout have a Scout II specific wiring harness and I am thinking about adding this to the project list. When embarking on a journey to restore or upgrade a classic vehicle like a 1972 Scout II, one of the most critical and intricate tasks is rewiring the entire electrical system. This Read more
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Unveiling the Past: A Comprehensive Guide to Sandblasting a 1972 Scout II
In the world of restoration, few tasks are as crucial and transformative as sandblasting. This process, when done correctly, can breathe new life into a vintage vehicle like the 1972 Scout II. But what exactly does sandblasting entail, and how much should you expect to pay for this service? In this blog post, we’ll delve Read more
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Restoring a Scout II: A Step-by-Step Guide
Welcome to the world of classic car restoration, where patience meets passion! Today, we’re focusing on the iconic Scout II, an off-road vehicle produced by International Harvester from 1971 to 1980. Known for its rugged design and versatility, the Scout II makes a fantastic project for enthusiasts looking to bring a piece of automotive history Read more
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Project: Tighten the steering….
Oh boy, buckle up (or maybe not, considering the steering situation) as we dive into the wild world of the 1972 International Harvester Scout II. You know how they say “the road less traveled” is more adventurous? Well, in this case, it’s the road that’s less traveled because the steering on this beast is about Read more
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Project: Secure – Scout Hard Top
I secured a replacement for the missing hard top. I hope I got lucky because the guy I bought it from is SUPER nice. He lives in Minnesota and is going to build a pallet to ship it to me. Yes, it is ruff, but it is mine, so LAY OFF! UPDATE: Big shout out Read more
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The Time to Spend
Picture this: you’re cruising down the highway in your freshly restored International Scout II, wind in your hair, sun on your face, and nothing in the world. Sounds like a dream, right? But before you can hit the road and live out your classic car fantasies, you must know what it takes to transform your Read more
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’72 Scout Wiper: Journey to fix the black eye.
Mistake made. Let me explain. As you can see from the image above….My scout is missing a wiper. The post was broken off the right side, and I really don’t have any clue as to how this happened. It doesn’t even make any sense. Okay, the wiper is missing fine. But the post being broken? Read more
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I bought one. One eyebrow.
So- This old thing had to come home with me. I know it is not perfect. I am sure I will look back and say that I overpaid…the self doubt is real. Next: Read more