69' 800A

[mahteen]

So I just bought a 69' Scout 800a, and whoever worked on it before did a pretty crappy spring over job, so im wanting to replace the axles and suspension all together.

I know a lot of people like putting Dana 44's from a Scout II in 800's... My question is how much modification is required besides leaf spring perches? Does it require axle tube trimming?

Any insight would be appreciated.

M

 

[ihpartsjeff]

No need to change the axle widths. You will need to turn the "c's" to reset the caster angle. Otherwise a SOA is the same as a Scout II would be. If you have a v8 engine then I would also plan on installing a Scout II power steering box. This way the hysteer installation will be a breeze.

 

[mahteen]

Thanks Jeff!

I found a good deal local on some GM 10 bolts... Do you have any experience with putting those in scouts ? They are nearly the same as d44's..

 

[ihpartsjeff]

thanks Jeff!

I found a good deal local on some GM 10 bolts... Do you have any experience with putting those in scouts ? They are nearly the same as d44's..

If you're going to run them full width then I guess they are ok but if you plan on narrowing them keep looking for d44's. Also the rear 10bolt is more than likely a 'c' clip rear end which are inherently weaker.