Scout II SOA + R/S

[ihpartsjeff]

Thought I would post up some pics of a typical spring over axle conversion performed at IH Parts America. We almost always perform a reverse shackle conversion at the same time. These spring overs use all CPT products available on our online store.

This particular build had an ox locker installed as well as a Chevy front brake conversion which is extremely stronger than the factory Scout disc brake setup(and cheaper).

Feel free to ask any questions.

 

[ihpartsjeff]

And here are some pics of the vehicle in general.

 

[SSV]

Been needing a push to SOA & you've pretty well convinced me to go highsteer instead of drop drag, I'm still not rs 'friendly' tho'. I do like the way the 'fangs' don't hang down, like some I've seen, and the fact you cross-brace 'em w/a tube.

What's the skinny on the bowtie brakes? How are they stronger? bigger piston bore & pad 'swept' area? We talkin' diy, on the brake install?

Attention to details & quality of build. You do nice work Jeff! Thanks for sharing, in more ways than one.

 

[Erik Socha]

those are some great photos....I am really thinking about doing the exact same thing to my '74 Scout II cabtop. However, my only concern is that my welding skills aren't up to the standards that are needed to complete such a project....I might try and find a welder who would be willing to help me out....we'll see....I have to finish the passenger side floor first....

 

[ihpartsjeff]

been needing a push to SOA & you've pretty well convinced me to go highsteer instead of drop drag, I'm still not rs 'friendly' tho'. I do like the way the 'fangs' don't hang down, like some I've seen, and the fact you cross-brace 'em w/a tube.

What's the skinny on the bowtie brakes? How are they stronger? bigger piston bore & pad 'swept' area? We talkin' diy, on the brake install?

Attention to details & quality of build. You do nice work Jeff! Thanks for sharing, in more ways than one.

Chevy brakes are:
1. More common
2. Outer axle stub shafts are much stronger
3. Wheel bearing hubs are stronger
4. Spindles are stronger
5. Locking hubs are stronger as they are incased in steel(they sit inside the wheel bearing hub as opposed to Scout locking hubs which bolt on externally.)

a Chevy brake install is a do-it-yourself type project but you need to have 6 bolt knuckles otherwise you have to drill everything out to Scout 8 bolt type knuckles. When doing a SOA and installing the partsmike hysteer knuckles you have the option of Scout 8 bolt knuckles or Chevy 6 bolt.

 

[ihpartsjeff]

those are some great photos....I am really thinking about doing the exact same thing to my '74 Scout II cabtop. However, my only concern is that my welding skills aren't up to the standards that are needed to complete such a project....I might try and find a welder who would be willing to help me out....we'll see....I have to finish the passenger side floor first....

You definetly don't want to skimp on the welds. Find a highly qualified welder or better yet a certified welder.

 

[69scout]

nice f-ing work!!! Are those stock Scout II springs?

 

[ihpartsjeff]

nice f-ing work!!! Are those stock Scout II springs?

Thanks! Yes those are stock Scout II springs.

 

[69scout]

Those are 35s right?

 

[Dave Walters]

Sure woulda been nice to have this stuff around 35 years ago when I had my first sii man, we were inventing things as we went!! Wasn't near this pretty, but they were hell for stout gonna get the team to look all this over and start cypherin' on things...

 

[ihpartsjeff]

those are 35s right?

Yes they are.

 

[Dave Walters]

Jeff,
one of the kids is telling me that we need to put wider, softer springs on the sii, and beef up the shocks to get a better ride. I'm inclined to stay with the stock springs when we put the new axles in. The thing won't be a daily driver, and I'd like it to handle the landings we tend to get when we top a dune. Can get the front a bit light at times. Will send you an example later.

 

[mattydale]

Here's a few more pics playing around.

 

[dlrecord]

I am curious about the cage kit on the Scout in the last series of pictures. Is that an IH Parts America item for sale or is it home made? I really like the design.

-dan

 

[ihpartsjeff]

I am curious about the cage kit on the Scout in the last series of pictures. Is that an IH Parts America item for sale or is it home made? I really like the design.

-dan

This cage was built by the owners neighbor. We can build one very similar to it. Please call for more info.

 

[ihpartsjeff]

Matt brought the Scout back for some more work. We installed a 1" body lift, a complete psc power steering system with hydraulic assist, and fabbed up a custom rear bumper with tire carrier.

 

[kvpony]

thought I would post up some pics of a typical spring over axle conversion performed at IH Parts America. We almost always perform a reverse shackle conversion at the same time. These spring overs use all CPT products available on our online store.

This particular build had an ox locker installed as well as a Chevy front brake conversion which is extremely stronger than the factory Scout disc brake setup(and cheaper).

Feel free to ask any questions.

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The cheby front disc brake conversion... Is this a kit you offer? I like the "cheap n better" part.

 

[ihpartsjeff]

the cheby front disc brake conversion... Is this a kit you offer? I like the "cheap n better" part.

Yes it is a kit that we offer for $799.95. The one thing you must have is 6 bolt knuckles(as opposed to the Scout's 8 bolt). So if you are planning a SOA be sure to use 6bolt flat top knuckles.

 

[kvpony]

yes it is a kit that we offer for $799.95. The one thing you must have is 6 bolt knuckles(as opposed to the Scout's 8 bolt). So if you are planning a SOA be sure to use 6bolt flat top knuckles.

Will do. I will be looking to get that kit around March. Thanx Jeff

 

[kvpony]

Jeff.. One more question. Is the bolt pattern for the front disc brake conversion(cheby) the same as the Scout?