New member. Getting back into scouts.

Hi, I'm back!
I'm from Arlington tn just outside Memphis.
Just picked up a clean un-restored 73' over the summer. Plan to just fix the mechanical side of thinks then maybe tackle the interior. But probably leave the exterior as it is for that "patina" look that people are into now. This is a picture of it in its current state, I've added the factory wheels and hubcaps since I bought it.

 

Looks great!

 

Good looking Scout. I’m right down the road in Memphis. Here’s my 79.
And a 74 that I am starting to work on.

 

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Did I pass you on poplar the other morning a few weeks ago? I got a wave from a red rallye.

 

A few things I've already started on. Resealing the engine. Got the top half done last week.

 

Rebuilt the exhaust from the manifolds back. Used a 2.25" universal kit from summit

 

Got a set of factory wheels and hub caps cleaned up with 31-10.50-15 mastercrafts . And threw on an old set of roof rails.

 

Lookin good!
Tell me more about your exhaust kit. Where did you get the flange pipe that mounts to the manifold? And did you reuse the stock mounting flange, or does summit carry those as well?
Lastly, would you recommend? I have dual exhaust, and my mufflers look good, but the pipe itself has seen better days...

 

Nice scout ! I've seen it all now a cloths pin under an intake lol.

 

The 1st 2" of my exhaust with the flange was just about the only part that was salvageable. So that's where I started with the new pipe. I also built the y-pipe, since mine is single exhaust, in front of the transfercase to avoid having to squeeze the pipe by on the right side.
I recommend there kit if your handy with a welder and chop saw. There kit is plenty to do a dual exhaust truck.

 

Somebody had spray painted over the door panels. I took a gamble and decided to pressure wash them to see if it would come off.

 

Looks good! Keep up the good work!

 

nice Scouts guys! looks like you found a gem there with that 73' that is nice. Keep us updated

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Little foggy here today.

 

Very nice guys, glad to see more Binder being saved in this region

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Ouch! Anybody got a set of springs near Memphis?

 

I guess Its time to bring y'all up to speed on my build. Last spring I bought a 79 scout That happened to have a Sd33t 4speed and good dana 44 axles. I have since swapped the complete drivetrain into my 73 and rebuild my suspension with poly bushings and CPT shackles. Upgraded the engine with a Mercedes turbo and 2.5" intercooler. Here's some pics.

 

Looks awesome!

 

That's awesome, in the over 20yrs I've been messing with Internationals I've yet to acquire a sd33t Scout and I'd love to have one, I had a chance about 4yrs ago to get a '80 Terra sd33t for $2500 but passed for whatever reason and been kicking myself ever since

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4speed and good dana 44 axles. I have since swapped the complete drivetrain into my 73 and rebuild my suspension with poly bushings and CPT shackles. Upgraded the engine with a Mercedes turbo and 2.5" intercooler. Here's some pics.[/QUOTE]

Turbo? How is that working out? I am in midtown.