1976 Scout Traveler, Ultimate Expedition Build

[rube bonet]

The factory Scout trans shifter was actually a pretty neat design. I normally use an Art Carr shifter, but the factory one in this seemed easy to use, and had a very simple, rugged gate system, and a decent sized control cable, so I decided to go ahead and use it. I thought it would blend better with the "original" feel we were going for. The problem was that the shifter moved the lever the wrong way from the new tranny, and didn't have nearly enough throw, plus the detents were set up for a 3 speed auto, not a 4 speed.

So, I decided to build a bell crank that would change the throw, and reverse the direction to match that of the 4l60E.

This mounts to the tranny, and accepts the factory shifter cable.

Here you can see the aluminum rod I threaded for heims that actually move the trans lever.

I then had to grind an extra gate for the first gear position, but the rest of the gates were remarkably close.

 

[plainjaneFJC]

You are a true craftsman. Nice skills.

 

[rube bonet]

You literally built everything for this vehicle...

Is there any other way to get what you really want?


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[grimbo]

I'll add one more, great build awesome skills and I'll take one of the tables thanks

 

[toymaster]

Is there any other way to get what you really want?

Nope there is not. I am truly jealous of all the time you have to spend on work you enjoy AND the fact you have a mill your garage.

 

[Colby Jack]

What an incredible build!!! I've been following the War Wagon Resto for awhile also. Your work is top notch. Could you get me a measurement of the rear bed area? From folded and tumbled seat to the tailgate, and from the back of the front seats to tailgate (as though the front seats weren't there)? Thanks. I've been an IH fan for as long as I can remember! Just amazing!

 

[rube bonet]

What an incredible build!!! I've been following the War Wagon Resto for awhile also. Your work is top notch. Could you get me a measurement of the rear bed area? From folded and tumbled seat to the tailgate, and from the back of the front seats to tailgate (as though the front seats weren't there)? Thanks. I've been an IH fan for as long as I can remember! Just amazing!

Thanks!

Rear bed area is 80 to the back of the front seats, with the front seats slid all the way back. With the rear seat folded up, there is 73" there. The rear seat nests really nicely with the front seats. The overall bed width is 58", and the height inside is 41", so it is actually surprisingly roomy inside.


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[Every Miles A Memory]

I wish I lived closer to you so I could drop off my truck! Sick Skills with the welder and a creative mind!!

 

[BradtheWelder]

Killer fab work. I will be building either a early bronco or a scout next year. Gonna be keeping your build in mind when doing mine. Keep on sharing it as I'm sure most people like to see your next moves.

 

[Colby Jack]

Rob--

Thanks! 80 inches is huge bed space! Keep the pics coming!

 

[rube bonet]

Thanks for all the encouragement!


I got the coolers for the transmission, oil, and power steering, so I decided to address mounting them. The Scouts front sheet metal design is a little odd, but that is to be expected with an International. The "core support" is attached to the inner fender wells, and only tied left to right in the vehicle with a piece of sheet metal at the top. Off road, this leads to the radiator absorbing any flex between the left and right side...not good.

I decided to use the cooler mounts as the brace for the core support. I captured the channels that make up the core support "halves" and tied them together with a framework of 1" .156 chromoly tube and 1/8 cold roll plate. This should greatly reduce any flex between the two halves.

Here you can see how tight the coolers fit into the factory grill, and how I tried to make the core support bracing disappear behind the grill lines to help keep as much airflow as possible.

 

[Metcalf]

I really need to get a plasma table....and a tig welder......and more talent.....

top notch work as always!

 

[Every Miles A Memory]

I just wish I could work for you to learn from your talents! Your work is amazing

 

[VanIsle_Greg]

Those look like the B&M super coolers...they are very nice indeed, I have a teans cooler setup, has been amazing at keeping the trans fluid cool while towing. As always, very top notch fab my friend!!

 

[rube bonet]

Those look like the B&M super coolers...they are very nice indeed, I have a teans cooler setup, has been amazing at keeping the trans fluid cool while towing. As always, very top notch fab my friend!!

I prefer the sertrab type coolers, but they were too thick to fit in this spot. These were actually derale coolers, but seem nicely made.