Category: Scout Links
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Scout II: From Rusty Relic to Wallet Wrecker – Let Me Grab My Crystal Ball…as if You Care.
The International Harvester Scout II, produced from 1971 to 1980, holds a special place in automotive history as one of the pioneers of the modern SUV. This rugged, off-road-capable vehicle was built by International Harvester (IH), a company more commonly known for its farm equipment and trucks, as a direct competitor to the Jeep CJ Read more
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Scout Traveler and Terra: The Electric Off-Roaders That’ll Make Your Jeep Blush and Your Gas Pump Cry
Buckle up, adventure seekers, because Scout Motors is back, and they’re bringing a pair of electric off-roaders that are ready to rumble through the wilderness like a bear with a battery pack. The Scout Traveler SUV and Terra pickup truck are set to revive the iconic Scout brand, which hasn’t seen action since the days Read more
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Reviving the Scout II: A Resurgence from Bars, Fields, and Junkyards to Open Roads
Over the past five years, a quiet but passionate movement has been gaining traction among automotive enthusiasts: the revival of the International Harvester Scout II. Once a rugged competitor to the likes of the Jeep CJ and Ford Bronco, the Scout II—produced from 1971 to 1980—has emerged from junkyards and barns to reclaim its place Read more
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So I have ADHD: The vanishing Scout II
So I saw a squirrel in the backyard on the way to rake leaves. I started looking at the squirrel and noticed mushrooms growing of old limbs decaying in my backyard. It got me thinking. How many Scout IIs rotted in the proverbial backyard? I think there were some 200,000 Scout IIs produced. They were Read more
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The Rise of the SUV in the 1970s: Embracing Adventure and the Great Outdoors
The 1970s marked a significant turning point in American automotive culture with the rise of the Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV). This era, characterized by a robust spirit of adventure and a burgeoning appreciation for the great outdoors, perfectly matches the versatile and rugged SUV. One of the iconic figures of this movement was the 1972 Read more
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Engine Swaps
I am very interested in understanding the options for replacing the engine in the Scott II. The old IH engine has already been swapped out with a ’69-’80 model Small Block Chevy 350. 3970010 – Unsure if it is a 4-bolt or 2-bolt. I don’t think you can determine by looking at it but would Read more