Category: Rebuild

  • Project: Where to put my boxes. EFI added!

    Project: Where to put my boxes.  EFI added!
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    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

  • Project: Baby needs a new pair of shoes.

    Project: Baby needs a new pair of shoes.
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    Scout II Factory Options and Specifications for Scout II applications Aftermarket Basics to Know for Scout II applications Update: Here is what I am thinking. BF Goodwrench 33/10.5/15 Next: Read more

  • Project: Plug the holes…

    Project: Plug the holes…
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    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

  • Project: Electrical Up to Snuff?

    Project: Electrical Up to Snuff?
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    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

  • Unveiling the Past: A Comprehensive Guide to Sandblasting a 1972 Scout II

    Unveiling the Past: A Comprehensive Guide to Sandblasting a 1972 Scout II
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    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

  • Restoring a Scout II: A Step-by-Step Guide

    Restoring a Scout II: A Step-by-Step Guide
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    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

  • Project: Secure – Scout Hard Top

    Project: Secure – Scout Hard Top
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    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

  • The Time to Spend

    The Time to Spend
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    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

  • ’72 Scout Wiper

    ’72 Scout Wiper
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    So, I think this will be my first project besides getting things up the MTN and parked at his temporary home. It is called a wiper pivot – the pivot that rotates the wiper arms. The good news is that the guys at Anything Scout sell a wiper arm conversion kit. The guys at IHONLY.com… Read more

  • I bought one. One eyebrow.

    I bought one.  One eyebrow.
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    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