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1978 International Scout II for Sale
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Posted: 04/06/10 07:13 PM
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If you want an American-made classic that looks and runs great, this is the Scout for you. If you don't want to be talked to, honked at, flashed, or stared at, maybe its not.
It was born on Halloween of 1977 in Chicago. This low-mileage,considering the year and only a little over 4,000 since restore and overhaul, always garaged, well maintained Scout II is a conversation starter and head turner no matter where you take it. Everybody's got a Scout story or memory to share with you. You could use it for weekends, summertime, or even a dependable daily driver.
It is powered by the original, cured in Lake Michigan, International 345ci V8 that has been completely overhauled. It has a new over-sized crank with new rods and pistons. I have used synthetics only.
This was a California vehicle before I purchased it in 2005. I worked on restoring this beauty from 6:00 - 12:00, 4 nights a week for 6 months. I have removed and replaced almost every single screw. Since I have owned it, it has had all scheduled maintenance.
It is sitting on newer BF Goodrich(80%) Radial Mud Terrains mounted on gloss black 15x8 Rock Crawler wheels with new lugs.
It has not been smoked in, taken out in the snow, taken off-road, or in the mud since the restore. It has barely seen rain. It has new paint with a clear coat that you could use as a mirror to shave with.
I will be a sad day the day this Scout sells. I'm only getting rid of it because my wife says it is not family-oriented and thinks I need to get something a little more suitable for our two little girls to ride in when they're not with her in her Murano. She's probably right, but I hope I do not regret letting this one go, and hope it goes to someone who is going to take as good of care of it as I have. I would of liked to have passed it on to children later on, but its just not reasonable right now. 3"-4" Superlift lift in good condition with newer bushings and shocks. May remove and spray springs before sale. May remove and clean shocks and replace boots before sale.
Transmission: Shifts smooth with no hang-ups or grinding. Fluid was recently replaced.
Engine: Original Int’l 345 V8 with recent complete overhaul with new crank, pistons, heads, and rings. Line-bored. Bored over. Runs strong and idles smooth. Fresh coat of heat resistant paint. Starts right up. No smoke. K&N air filter.
Body had complete restore in 2005. Garaged. Straight. Added chrome, custom bumper, tire gate with new BestTop top, Bushwacker fender flares, decals and diamondplate. Inside and underneath Rhino-lined.
Paint is in excellent condition. There are minor chips on front bumper and one on rear tailgate. Front end, tailgate, door jams, and door panels are two-tone. Fender flares/under hood painted to match
Here's a list of some of what went into the truck:
-Custom front bumper painted to match -Custom tire gate painted to match -New chrome grill and headlight bevels -Rock Crawler Rims + Spare + lugs -BF Goodrich Radial Mud Terrains + Spare -Bushwacker fender flares painted to match -Diamondplate rockers -Scout II decals -BestTop top(have glass for hardtop) -New headlights -New plate lights -Undercarriage Rhinolined -Hood-pinned -All fresh paint including jams and under hood
-New heater core -New radiator -New pulleys -New belts -K&N air filter -CA emissions removed/holes plugged -New hoses -Engine compartment heat resistant undercoat -New crank -New pistons + rods -New distributor -New starter -New alternator -New plugs and wires -Removed original dual tanks and replaced with single 21 gallon tank -New battery
-New pitman arm -New steering stabilizer -New gear box(steering) -Machined rotors -New pads -Re-packed bearings -New brake hoses -New master cylinder
-Marine-grade vinyl seats -New carpet including bed area -Inside Rhinolined underneath carpet -New steering wheel -Replaced some guages -New Alpine CD player -4 Sony Xplod 5&1/4s -2 10 inch subs in carpeted and painted to match bandpass box bolted to floor -Kicker amp & crossover -Replaced seat belts -Insulated bed walls to reduce noise -Refurbished original dash -Painted shifter plate
There is too much to list and I'm sure I've left tons off.
I have many extra parts, not that you'll ever need them. As previously mentioned, I'm only trying to sale this for family reasons and will be sad to see it go, but glad that it will make someone else who can take care of it happy.




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Posted: 04/07/10 11:36 AM
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That's a good looking Scout!
------------------------------------------------------------ As soon as they offer a Ranger with a Diesel in America, I'll be the idiot camping out in front of the Ford Dealer!
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Posted: 04/07/10 12:13 PM
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Thank you. I have more pics and video available if anybody wants them.
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Posted: 04/08/10 08:46 AM
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That is one great looking rig!
___________________________________ "Nut up or shut up!" - Tallahassee (Zombie Land)
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Posted: 04/08/10 09:18 AM
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Thanks again. Like the thread topic says, it's for sale!
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bill7
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Posted: 05/12/10 08:28 PM
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I am very much interested in your scout. Price? Bill Sponseller, 281-304-1237
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garnet
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Posted: 07/29/10 11:20 PM
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Is the Scout still for sale? I am looking for my husband's dream come true Scout to treat like gold! Where are you located? Beautiful Beautiful Work!!! Hoping it is still for sale...davisfamily3@comcast.net
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Posted: 07/30/10 12:17 AM
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that IS a really,really nice SCOUT...I'd give my left lug nut for it! Where are you located at and a ballpark asking price?
My bumper sticker says "NOT A HIPPIE JUST A WELL GROOMED MOUNTAIN MAN" LoL
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Posted: 09/30/10 11:44 AM
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I'm interested too? You got a price? troy.lindsley@gmail.com
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thelowend
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Posted: 12/15/10 11:52 PM
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Is it still for sale? What state is it in and how much?
Thanks, Colin Thelowend@sbcglobal.net
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Posted: 03/30/11 09:11 PM
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Is this Scout for sale and how much?
r2jone@gmail.com
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UScitizen
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Posted: 04/08/11 10:12 PM
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Do you still have it? How much are you asking.
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catilac
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Posted: 05/11/11 09:59 AM
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is this still available? if so email price to: mark.burris@bhcinc.net
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Jyaker
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Posted: 06/05/11 10:46 PM
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Very interested in scout - ready to buy.. Is it still avail. Please reply if so to jyaker@yahoo.com or 310-795-5154
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Posted: 06/05/11 11:37 PM
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I too would be interested. Please drop me an email at trissynashville@live.com, interested in an asking price.
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