Father-Son '65 Scout 80 Build

[Rob Walker]

Hello all,
I've never restored anything, but always loved scouts and wanted a Scout 80/800. Really couldn't justify it, until it became an opportunity for my 15 year old son and I to spend time together.

So here it is, 1965 Scout 80. I've attached the LST and some pics...

End state is a safe, reliable, good looking and fun to drive Scout. Not big into off roading, but want it to be capable as any Scout should be.

Here is what I pulled off the LST:
front axel: fa-14 02014 dana27 driving 2000# - mt113,123 - Scout 80.800,a,b

steering: s-14 05014 sl-52 ross manual - mt110,113,118 - c100,c1000,d1000,80,1000a

clutch: 11103 10" 6 spring - mt110,113,118,123 - light line,Scout

engine: e-95 12095 4-152 gas - mt110,113,118

transmission: t-14 13014 t-90 warner 3 speed, 4x4 - mt113,123,130

transfer case: tc-144 13144 Dana #18 - mt113,136

rear axel: ra-14 14014 Dana 27 w/powerlock - mt113

you guys who know a lot about this stuff please sound off with your thoughts from the LST and advice on where to start the build.

View attachment FC91806-1.pdf

 

[Scout-It-Out]

Congratulations on your Scout! It looks good!!

My thoughts would be:

Dana 44s front and rear. You could get them from a Scout 2. If you get the front from a newer Scout you would have disc brakes. Then of course add posi or lockers whatever you like.

A set of lift springs

new tires and wheels, 31 10.50 15 would be a good choice, but up to you.

Fuel injection on the engine

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[71mtnscout]

I would go wagoneer sj narrow d44's, that way you keep the rear pumpkin offset. The u-joints will last longer that way.

Weber 32/36 carb, pertronix electronic ignition, bigger coil and wires...as long as the engine checks out, do a dry/wet compression test.

 

[Rob Walker]

Thanks guys. I found a couple of Dana 35s (I think) out of grand cherokee here local. It has disc all the way around... What do I need to know or look for when looking at new axels?

I was thinking 31's or 33's for the tires...how much lift would I need?

Can I add fuel injection to the 4 cyl?

Really enjoying the interaction planning process.

 

[Rob Walker]

Andy, tell me more about adding fuel injection to the 4 cyl engine. Does have enough power when I upgrade to Dana 44's and 31" tires? Thnx

 

[71mtnscout]

thanks guys. I found a couple of Dana 35s (I think) out of grand cherokee here local. It has disc all the way around... What do I need to know or look for when looking at new axels?

I was thinking 31's or 33's for the tires...how much lift would I need?

Can I add fuel injection to the 4 cyl?

Really enjoying the interaction planning process.

If there late model axles the front pumpkin is on the wrong side.

 

[thekid76]

Are you the gentleman that I purchased a 63 80 from about 7 years ago? In bixby?

 

[Rob Walker]

No, the only other Scout it ever owned and sold was a Scout II I sold 15 or so years ago back in ohio...I wish we had a bigger Scout community here in the tulsa area, but I haven't found anyone else around here....

 

[thekid76]

Well I have been working on a 63 80 for several years on and off. Finally have it out of paint and the mechanics shop is doing a final test and tune the week. It looked very similar to the one you have picture. I have found that oklahoma city has a pretty good following and a couple of clubs. If you are ever looking for parts etc. We have a pretty good group of resources in okc.best of luck on your resto!