Day one! What a great bday gift! A 1969 International Scout 800. Found her on a trip to Gulf Shores a few weeks ago. Got the deal done with the owner and had it shipped to Roswell, GA. Was on a trip all last week so today was the first day I could pick her up.
She is quite a find. The owner I bought her from had it on his tire lot for the last two years. One owner before that who used it on their ranch. Shes in great shape. Really very little rust. The last owner had replaced the water pump, carb, new brakes and shocks, new tires, new hubs and a few other things. She has the 308 v8. Runs good but seems to be missing in a couple of cylinders. Will work on that. She shifts good. 4 speed stick.
Took the kids out for a ride tonight. All the lights work, even on the dash! Everything is original on it. I think I will do my best to keep it a stock ride.
I'll keep posting and keep a log of what I do.
Today I just spent the day cleaning it up. Washed it real good and tried to wax it but will have learn more about what to use.
I cleaned out the inside too. It even has the original floor mats! Gotta put new door seals on it and work on the windows too, they are a little tough to move up and down. Put lap belts in the front and four point harnesses in the back since I have kids that will ride back there and want to take off the top.
All for today!
