Search results

  1. B

    Do we really need a spare?

    No citation... So have to ask where is that from, since it is the "final authority" on the subject? Spent plenty of time in canyon country in my younger and dumber years where food, fuel, and beer were the only concerns, all while in a 40+ year old rig with only a couple paper maps. World...
  2. B

    67 Scout 800 build ideas

    No build thread on the scout (mine). Just random pics and posts over on Pirate.
  3. B

    67 Scout 800 build ideas

    That is sage advice right there... It is possible to make a 14b work with 35s, but plan on doing a shave on it. Not just a 13 bolt trim, but a true shave with a turned down ring gear. Even then you will drag a fair bit. Something you get used too... however, I have needed a strap once or...
  4. B

    67 Scout 800 build ideas

    I will try and dig up pictures of my old 66 800... YJ leaves all around with a reverse shackle up front put it at 104.5" wheelbase, and silly flex. On the street a swaybar was a nice addition. IIRC I used a XJ front swaybar. Without it, well, body roll was putting it lightly. Really no need...
  5. B

    67 Scout 800 build ideas

    I ran 35s, on a 66 800, 283 chevy, T98a, with factory twin stick 20... front was Waggy 44, converted to 5 on 5.5, rear was Scout II 44, 4.88 gears, and spool rear, SOA with YJ rear leaves at all 4 corners, reverse shackle up front and stretched the wheelbase to 105". But I am a big fan of wide...
Top