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What the Scout
- Thread starter HereForThePics
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1964-ish Scout 800/80 hot mess Scout. The only redeaming qualities of the truck are the rust free body and frame. Everything else look like a crack head had a good idea and went half way with it. Swapping a GM drivetrain.
Woo hoo build thread!
So most everyone here is GM obviously.
But I'd run Toyota mini truck axles in it. Pretty much the same width as what you have . They can handle a 37 pretty easy too. Or wagoneer Dana 44s
I'd even consider a 3rz swap into it. That's a motor out of a Tacoma.
Small and light can be good things
Unless you wanna go 40s then it's just straight to tons
So most everyone here is GM obviously.
But I'd run Toyota mini truck axles in it. Pretty much the same width as what you have . They can handle a 37 pretty easy too. Or wagoneer Dana 44s
I'd even consider a 3rz swap into it. That's a motor out of a Tacoma.
Small and light can be good things
Unless you wanna go 40s then it's just straight to tons
HereForThePics
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@the_blaze @72gmck5 @kgblazerfive @blazinzuk @Drummingpeke @ashman @skunked @83ChevyK5Blazer
Hey guys I finally started my thread. This will be a very slow build and definitely on a budget. The goal here is to keep it looking like a Scout, but reliable and easy to work on. I would like to build a wheeler but I dont want fullsize axles with wheels poking way out from the body-- I'd like to keep it looking as close to original as possible (the lift is okay though). You guys have been a big help to @the_blaze so I'm open to any ideas you have!
Hey guys I finally started my thread. This will be a very slow build and definitely on a budget. The goal here is to keep it looking like a Scout, but reliable and easy to work on. I would like to build a wheeler but I dont want fullsize axles with wheels poking way out from the body-- I'd like to keep it looking as close to original as possible (the lift is okay though). You guys have been a big help to @the_blaze so I'm open to any ideas you have!
HereForThePics
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Joey has been looking into Scout II dana 44's, they are 3" wider than what I have, but the axels will look fine. If Toyota axels are cheaper and easier to come by, I would def look into those.
First things first i'd like to get window seals so we can put the glass back in to keep the snow out. Then id like to totally strip it, pull the wiring, cage, seats and drivetrain. I am going to reinstall the axle the right way so i can attach the steering so we can roll it around.....Once its that far we can really make a plan and start building.
Problem with Scout axles is they have zero caster. Literally. I'm not a fan. Though I have cut and turned a couple. Improved the driving leaps and bounds .
Oh and like 4" yj lift springs in a spring under configuration. Should fit 35s. I've done that once but I don't remember if it had 33s or 35s
Waggy axles are super similar to scout axles though as far as width.
Looking good, can't wait to see momma wheeling next blazer bash!
I was thinking spring over, either way it will need a lift to help the ls clear things.... likely needs a small body lift also...
From the looks this would be the best plan.
The axles aren't super awful but I think 12" drums? And no power assist. They stop......... eventually. Waggys, scoutII or Toyotas I'd definitely replace them.
And look i even found a kit! https://dandcextreme.com/product/scout-80-800-power-brake-booster-conversion-kit/
You say 64? So it's an 80 then. 800 started in 65. Someone correct me if I'm wrong
GM engine trans and T-case with Toy axles get you where you want to go and easy.
Oh one more thing
Link it!!!!!
Link it!!!!!
Been on the phone and on scout forums its a super weird truck. Its a blended year... 64 that's an 800 with most of the 80 features.
That's pretty cool
Looking into waggy axles..... are they all offset?
HereForThePics
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This weekend (maybe even tomorrow) we are going to start cleaning it out/going thru it so we can figure out exactly what we are working with. Exciting!
