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  1. ScoutScribe

    1974 Scout II Cab Top

    I didn't realize it had been converted from a 4x2 to a 4x4. That means the axle could be from anything. With that BOM, however, I could tell you what year Scout it was originally installed into.
  2. ScoutScribe

    1974 Scout II Cab Top

    Got a question? Does this Scout have the optional Dana 44 front axle. If it's factory, it's likely an FA43, a variant of the FA44 Dana 44. If so, I could really use the BOM number off the axle tube to help me with a research project on the elusive FA43 axle. You can find the number on the front...
  3. ScoutScribe

    1978 Scout II Rallye

    Well, the '79 is something special, because it's one of the "Uptfitter's Package" Midas, of which there were only 92. It's listed as a "Show Unit," which indicates it was liekly used in shows or for PR work at some point. I checked the images I have from the '79 Chicago Auto Show, but didn't see...
  4. ScoutScribe

    1978 Scout II Rallye

    There is often a regional component to color choices. In my experience, Embassy Gray is most common in the Southeast. Where was your Scout sold? Do you have the LST?
  5. ScoutScribe

    1978 Scout II Rallye

    Nice work on that Scout. Embassy Gray is a fairly uncommon color and it goes nicely with the Rallye applique.
  6. ScoutScribe

    Factory Upgrades

    Bear in mind that in 1980, the most expensive applique was $199. Adjusted for inflation, that's about $750 in 2023 dollars.
  7. ScoutScribe

    Just signing on here.

    Moonstone Blue? That was a '66 only color replaced by Bahama Blue before the end of the year due to trouble with the paint. Doesn't look Like Aspen Green, though artificial lights make it hard to tell. Where was it being displayed in the picture?
  8. ScoutScribe

    Scout in a game trailer

    A little of both. The Comanche was a '71 only special promotional vehicle with a Native American theme. It was proven to be one of the most popular and collected Scout special model. Only about 1,500 were produced.
  9. ScoutScribe

    Scout in a game trailer

    And they chose a '71 Comanche 800B for the Scout.
  10. ScoutScribe

    1961 Scout 80

    Yep, FC501 was the first! And yours isn't too far away from it. An early Scout is definitely a blessing... one that takes you back to those thrilling days of yesteryear!
  11. ScoutScribe

    1961 Scout 80

    Yeah, FC1288 is from about January 19, 1961, the 787th Scout built. Be proud!
  12. ScoutScribe

    Extra, Extra....Read All About It!

    Can't say, there are two places in Iowa.
  13. ScoutScribe

    The Prime Scout

    The Big Bang of the Scout Universe happened on December 1, 1960. The first pinpoint of light was a Blue Metallic Scout 80 Cab-Top. It wore the chassis number FC501. International Harvester always started the sequential numbers of their equipment with "501" and it was no different for Scouts...
  14. ScoutScribe

    Extra, Extra....Read All About It!

    Super Scout Specialists is not in Iowa.
  15. ScoutScribe

    Comment by 'ScoutScribe' in item 'Fire Engine from Springfield IH Assembly plant'

    Glad you posted here, sir. That is truly a piece of history and you know it better than anyone.
  16. ScoutScribe

    1961 Scout 80

    You a funny guy! A funny guy with not one, but two '61s. DOUBLE plank owner! I'd put FC24785 a bit earlier... September 20 or 21. That estimate is based on LSTs I have with chassis numbers close you yours and about 100-120 units per day production at that time. As to FC19345, I put that one...
  17. ScoutScribe

    Hemmings articles on early Scouts

    Might not want to take the facts presented in that '61-65 article as gospel. Fair number of factual errors. The other one is not so hot either but both are suitably pro-Scout.
  18. ScoutScribe

    Scout Motors - who are your competitors?

    J Alynn- The off-road look is important to people and has been since the four-wheeling trend got big back in the '70s. Sadly only a very few embracing that look actually use the trail capability that may come from the modifications. Assuming it's not a "for looks only" buildup that actually...
  19. ScoutScribe

    Scout Motors - who are your competitors?

    Until we actually see what emerges from the Scout Motors "Skunk Works" aren't debates on the EV competition rather pointless? And, BTW, if you know aircraft history, you will know the term "Skunk Works" is a compliment. The cost and value of EVs has kept me from even causally considering ever...
  20. ScoutScribe

    EVs on the Trail- Firsthand Experience

    Can't wait to see it. I have often contemplated whether it might be better to eliminate the trans altogether and couple the motor directly to the transfer case, reversing the motor to go backwards. Rod Wilde considered that and we discussed it but that was back in 1999 and I no longer recall...
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