Scooter
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Thank you. Don't think I'll be needing dual shocks. Curiousity killing the cat. Mostly of my driving would be daily driving and weekend offroading
LD`s Custom Scout II
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bluebinder100
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Does anyone know what type of mirrors were used on this Scout? I'm looking for similar ones but I've had no luck. The only ones similar I have seen are Ford mirrors used on broncos and f150s.
Thanks!
Thanks!
I think you answered your own question as yes they are Ford mirrors.
Korllach
Member
Jeff,
when you guys did the dash, did you just cut out the section of the original dash and then weld your round gauge overlay in place? That looks a lot cleaner than cutting out the square dash sockets to make room for the overlay then screwing it in with sheet metal screws.
Thanks!
when you guys did the dash, did you just cut out the section of the original dash and then weld your round gauge overlay in place? That looks a lot cleaner than cutting out the square dash sockets to make room for the overlay then screwing it in with sheet metal screws.
Thanks!
Yes you are correct on how it was done. When we received the vehicle the dash modification had already been performed however we finished it up.
Jeff, curious if you remember how far back the engine and tranny where moved and if it was moved down on the frame?
Also wandering what height of body lift the truck has?
If memory serves me correct I believe the engine was moved back 1.5" and down about the same. I don't recall it having a body lift either.
dkterra
New member
Sorry to keep asking questions, but I am curious if you recall how the clutch linkage was set up after the drive-train was moved?
If you read back thru you'll see that we installed a hydraulic system instead of using a mechanical linkage.
72YeloSII
New member
The flaming river steering column any idea or recollection of the size, part number or what to look/ask for when looking for one of these units? I want to put a tilt column in my Scout and I emailed fr asking them for a part number or something to help in my search, I received probably the most juvenile answer from their customer support. Anyways, that neither here nor there (just venting), but if you could provide any info on the column it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you....
Firstscoutboy
New member
Sir, I was wondering if you could post part numbers for the a/c system as I want to use that type of setup. Also how does she sound different with the new rockers
ldo_marlin
Member
Seats are from a subaru baja.
The steering column is a tilt 33" column. Flaming river does not have specifically made for scouts parts. But alot of the parts are standard and can be adapted to scouts with some measurements and planning. Talk to Jeff . He'll set you up.
The ac system is from vintage air. It's the gen II compact system. Again, this is not a direct replacement for Scout. But can be done with some planning. I remember Jeff told me vintage had a new system that will fit better with less custom work
rockers... Motor spins up pretty damn fast. And it's quiet. I have the ecu governed at 5k rpm . Can't say if rockers added hp because we changed out the cam to a comp 268h at the same time. But I will say this . I like this combo.
Sorry for not having specifics on swap in parts on this vehicle. Parts were fabricated to fit the vehicle and vice versa . Lots of planning, work and patience.
Jeff...... I owe you a call. I've been so buried with work and the home remodel. Will call you this coming week.
The steering column is a tilt 33" column. Flaming river does not have specifically made for scouts parts. But alot of the parts are standard and can be adapted to scouts with some measurements and planning. Talk to Jeff . He'll set you up.
The ac system is from vintage air. It's the gen II compact system. Again, this is not a direct replacement for Scout. But can be done with some planning. I remember Jeff told me vintage had a new system that will fit better with less custom work
rockers... Motor spins up pretty damn fast. And it's quiet. I have the ecu governed at 5k rpm . Can't say if rockers added hp because we changed out the cam to a comp 268h at the same time. But I will say this . I like this combo.
Sorry for not having specifics on swap in parts on this vehicle. Parts were fabricated to fit the vehicle and vice versa . Lots of planning, work and patience.
Jeff...... I owe you a call. I've been so buried with work and the home remodel. Will call you this coming week.
okimustang
New member
What kind of seats are these and where can I find some? I'm in a bind and looking for some that will fit. Thanks in advance for any help.
According to the post above yours the seats are from a subaru baja.
jauringer
Member
A cut out valve cover shows a very close tolerance between itself and the rockers.
A little closer view.
I've heard others have had issues with these roller tips contacting the valve cover. Did you run into this issue? If so, how did you handle it?
Sick build btw,
thanks,
jason
The baffles had to be removed from the inside of each cover and a much smaller one fabricated to keep oil from going up and out the breather hose. We also had to sand down some of the rocker arms on the edges to get that extra little bit of clearance. Ideally a 1/8" valve cover spacer with a gasket on either side would be best. I think Robert(jetfxr) had some made. He might have an extra set or can get you a set made??
jauringer
Member
Great (well, not great) but great info. That's what I wanted to know. My set will be here today so I wanted to be prepared for exactly what I'll run into. I'll be running a blank cover on one side and a arrestor/filler on the other. Spacer is not a 100%. Still working on that.
Thanks Jeff,
jason
jason
mbergthold
New member
Are the serpentine belt mods available as a kit?
Michael Dimock
IH Parts America Sales Assoc.
Not at this time. Someday in the future maybe, but keeping costs lower would be the problem. Thanks.