Re[2]: Scout vs. Mog.

[jmbrodsky@domain.elided]

     Tom, 
     
        The noticable problem with the Traveler, is the rear gate.  The 
     split gate would be an option, for $700 done right!  The 118" WB and 
     narrow stance is nice, but my T'all is only 120".  The Sub was 127" WB 
     but had an approach much like a scout, and since the tail was higher 
     than the front by about 5 inches, I never really dragged the rear end. 
      Look on my web page at the left front in the air, and right rear 
     coming down.  It looks funny, but I still have plenty of room.  The 
     Traveler has one significant drawback though.  With it's narrower 
     stance, after a lift kit, it is MORE prone to roll-over from the added 
     wheelbase.  My T'all is wider, and has the overhang though,but I love 
     it.  Drag the back, so what?  At least the tank is in the fender!
     
        The debate continues...
     
        I don't think that Travelers EVER go on the runs from our club.  
     Maybe a few, but all scouts, 'cept for my 75 T'all.
     

     -Joel Brodsky
        www.physics.arizona.edu/~jbrodsky

         '76 IHC Scout II Spirit 345/tf727 RE8000, Cibie40s, custom 
                rear tire rack, 6 different color body panels.
                Not much sport, all utility.
         '75 IHC Travelall 150 4wd 392/tf727 Hummer brush guard, 
                3/4T rear springs, Hella Rallye 2000s, Con-Ferr 5x7,
                Class IV hitches front and rear, 3" Exhaust.
                1st Place, Rocky Mountain IH Rendezvous,
                3rd Place, Tulare IH Western Regionals.
         '74 IHC Travelall 150? 2wd 392/tf727 "The 'new' one"
                Factory AM/FM, Cruise, Tilt, AC, Captains Chairs,
                Rblt, Alt, carb, fuel pump, ps pump, water pump, dash,
                seats, rear door, starter, master cyl, what could be left?