Scout II Exo build

[scout man]

If you were on the anniversary run, or have looked at the pictures, you have already seen this. FIgured I would go a head an post a writeup on it. I have been working on thie exo for about 3 weeks now, and will have it finished this week before Moab.

Front is 99% done, and the tire swing is mostly done. Just need to finish up rear quarter pannel protection.

tire carrier swings open to the passenger side, using a Scout II dana 44 locking hub as the hinge, which also allows me to lock the swing open. The carrier also opens down, to allow for the removal of the tire and gas cans. This also allows me to lock all 3 up with jsut one lock. WHen closed, the gas tanks can not be opened to be siphoned either. I realize this probably doesnt make a lot of sense it words, but I will get a better picture of it all tomorrow.

[Roostercruiser]

Wow Steve your scout came along way in a short amount of time . Looks great

[Rob]

Looks like new steel just since Saturday. Looking great, Steve.

[scout man]

THanks! yea, need to get it finished before moab. Got part of one side of the rear done today.

[Cr33p3r]

Steve that is looking really good! I am liking your design on the tire/can carrier.

[Brody]

Well, I'll say this again, Steve....very nice work indeed Looking really nice!

[Patrolman]

Nice work! Will it end up going any higher? You still have an in-cab, right?

[scout man]

Not intending to go any higher. I do still have the cage inside to protect myself, and I intend to do the majority of the summer wheeling with the top off anyways. The outside cage ties into the inside cage in a few spots.

[scout man]

here are some pics of the tire carrier opened so that the gas and tire can be removed. The tire is tension mounted onto a receiver hitch, so the receiver provides directional support, and the large bolt in the middle provides lateral support to keep the hitch mated. This allowed me have a vibration//rattle free mount, that is still easily removable... also provide for a receiver hitch opening on the outside for mounting future accessories (bike rack, fuel tanks, cooler rack, etc)

[Chris]

Very impressed Steve, can't wait to see it finished! :thumb:

[scout man]

Here is the drivers side pretty much all finished up. Passenger side is sitting in the garage while the paint dries, and will get welded on tomorrow.

[Rob]

Sweet. Then you'll be ready for Moab, right?

[scout man]

Sweet. Then you'll be ready for Moab, right?

Dang Rob, that was a fast response... are you stalking me??

Then I will be ready for Moab... that is after I install my CB antena and cable, relocate my license plate, re-attach my ebrake... and load up the scout with spare parts...

[Rob]

:lmao: Timing is everything. Or is it location, location, location?

[scout man]

Exo is done!! for now at least. i am sure I will add some gussets and light brackets and stuff in the future, but done for now!! No pics yet, but the second side pretty much looks like the first... or at least I hope so. Off to Mitch's and the work!

[Dirt Claude]

So uhh...any plans for testing the exo cage in Moab?

[Chris]

I plan on staying up hill from Steve at all times! :erm:

[Dirt Claude]

I plan on staying up hill from Steve at all times!
haha...me too!

[scout man]

So uhh...any plans for testing the exo cage in Moab?

I hope to not ever test it! I would hate to find out its just cosmetic :erm:

[briancobabe]

dang man ... what would someone charge to create an exo for an old wagoneer? can't say i'm that handy with the steel... that is a work of art man. absolutely beautiful.

[scout man]

PM headed your way! :thunb:

And THANKS!! I really appreciate the compliment.

[AccordRanger]

Love the look of this beast! Really like how the white exo looks.

[Roo]

Great job Steve! I like it!

[RockyMtnHigh]

Nice work Steve! :thumb:

[Brody]

That is some really sweet and very well thought out work Steve! Very nicely done, once again!

Have fun in Moab!

[mushmouth]

Great work, looks awesome and should kick some butt in moab!

[southpaws3]

NICE