The 79 Scout II used a Prestolite distributor and I have had some trouble with this distributor.
Other than that, nothing has gone wrong with this 4X4 other than normal wear and tear.
I am the original owner of this Scout and drove it for many years in Arizona. It always performed well in some tough situations. I have owned many 4X4 trucks and currently own a Ford Explorer as my daily driver. I believe that the later IHC Scouts are the best 4X4s ever made. Tough and reliable with a good balance between size, power, comfort and off-road performance.
I am planning to rebuild the engine, have it painted in the next year and I hope to have it around for a second 20+ years.
The only problem I've had with my Scout II is I had to replace the Electronic module in the distributor. Mine has the 304 cu.in. engine. Runs great.
I wish the body was in better shape I also wish it had a better heater.I've done some fantastic things with mine.Wouldn't trade it for the world. Thanks so much for this forum.
I have a 1979 Scout2 (engine - 345) with cold air, automatic trans, 4x4; I show this unit in the Alabama shows and drive it everyday with 400+ thousand miles, and it's still in great shape) and like other folks I won't even think about selling it; if you folks want a 4x4 for offroad or pleasure driving, the International Scout is it.
My name is Terry Pentecost of Gadsden, Al. Come to the autoshows, you just might see me and my wife Denise in our Scout; one of a kind; see yall at the shows.
I need some help please. I recently bought my grandfathers old 1979 Scout II Traveler. The top has the hatchback option. I am looking for a replacement hinge for this lift gate that attaches to the top. The one on it currently is damaged and needs to be replaced. As I read more into this vehicle, I am finding that the Traveler was one of the more rare models. I have searched some of the larger scout supply stores with no luck. Does anyone out there know where I can find this hinge assembly?
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