Re: 800 Plans and questions (again)

[Matthew & Stacy Sopher <sopher@domain.elided>]

yeah, mine also has a " bass note" when driving. Isn't that a particular tranny? I
cannot downshift into first! And, the engine's rpms must be below, lets say, 800
before I can shift into first.
my rearview mirror has never vibrated. My cheesy radio has no engine noise.
Matt

John Fleck wrote:

>         Okay some late night babble. 4:15 am and this is the plan for the 800 as
> it stands
>
> 1) replace hood when I find a new one (Rik D?)
> 2) install T-19 where T-98(T-18 in cognito). I will document the install
> and create a       page off my site like Allan W. did for the 5 speed as to
> what is needed.
> 3) Measure input shafts on T-19 and what is in 800 now to see if the swap
> is possible. I    may have to swap shafts or machine one down or
> something(this is as per some e-mails I          got) The shafts are
> supposed to be different.
> 4) take 33-9.50 15 tire off Scout Travler and see if it fits Scout 800. If
> it doesnt jack          it up until it does and measure difference for
> approx lift needed. Hopefully just a    set of my Beefy shackles will cure
> the problem.
> 5) Reroute the exhaust on the 800 and have Clays install new system.
> 6) silicone small water leak
> 7) change all diff, x-case fluids with 50 50 mix of Power Punch(clings to
> gears and makes    them real quiet) and Gear oil
> 8) change motor and brake fluids with new stuff.
> 9) Replace Broken Mirror
> 10) Fix all Leaking Gaskets on 196 (big Pipe Dream...but let me smoke it up
> and dream     will ya?)
> 11) Check and Adjust Timing, replace spark Plugs
> 12) Change oil in Oil bath air filter (regular Motor oil?)
>
> QUSETIONS:
>
> 1)Does any 80/800 owners have a problem with the rear view mirror vibrating
> bad?
>
> 2)Also any of ya get a bass note inside truck about 30-40 mph?
>
> 3)To stop wizzing on stereo I install a condenser correct?? Gosh the lead
> singers        voice resembles a reving motor)
> 4)I am reasearching the lock cyclinders for the guy who asked about
> replacements but        if someone knows I am all ears.
>
>  Well thats enough for tonight.
>
> Welcome Back John Hoffstetter, John L. and myself were wondering if you
> were still alive or got road jacked somewhere ( i know better as I have
> seen the persuaders but was still wondering). Anyhow Good to have our Tribe
> Elder back.
>
> John Fleck
> B.C.B.
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1970 Scout 800a  White on white paint
304 V8,all stock 31X10.5 AT on white spokes
black soft top   Big honkin' CB
funky stereo with home speakers
Soon to have a 4"suspension lift
Needs: rollbar, seats, powersteering, stabilizer bar,
       stereo, speakers, drop pitman arm
So if anyone has these stuff and wants to sell.......