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Old 01-27-2019, 11:06 PM   #1
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Trying to make a bikini top Scout II







Suggestions for interior? Wheels/tires?

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Old 01-30-2019, 12:56 PM   #2
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Id like more information on the interior insert as well as the slider trays and center skid. Is the interior insert something that could be used with the full body, or just top cut off application?
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Id like more information on the interior insert as well as the slider trays and center skid. Is the interior insert something that could be used with the full body, or just top cut off application?


The interior will work with the full body!

We got to run it yesterday and it was beyond all expectations. Everything on the vehicle is box stock.

Here is the run video. I’ll shoot s build video tonight explaining everything.

Redcat Gen8 Scout ultimate topless build https://youtu.be/Bt4THQEnpfI
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Old 01-31-2019, 08:32 AM   #4
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I watched it already this morning. The color is on point and it looks amazing. The dash and door panels look great. You used an idea I had been contemplating for tonneau cover. I actually scored myself a destroyed 1:1 to use the fabric on several builds for truck bed covers and soft tops. I hadn't considered taking the Gen 8 topless just yet, but after seeing yours, it looks amazing. Will you be making the interior available to others? I would be very interested in some of what you have going on. Also noticed modified battery mount, I assume the full interior wouldn't work with the center mounted battery?
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Old 01-31-2019, 09:54 AM   #5
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The interior will work with the full body!

We got to run it yesterday and it was beyond all expectations. Everything on the vehicle is box stock.

Here is the run video. I’ll shoot s build video tonight explaining everything.

Redcat Gen8 Scout ultimate topless build https://youtu.be/Bt4THQEnpfI
Cool video! Love how the Scout looks with the top off. Great job.

Can't wait to see more.
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Old 01-31-2019, 10:17 AM   #6
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Looks like you used a 67-72 chevy dash? Looks pretty close besides the gages are round instead of square. Looks great.
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Old 01-31-2019, 10:41 AM   #7
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Thank you for fixing the wheel arches it looks so much better
Theres nothing like driving a scout with the top off i do it when ever i can
i need to fix that rig i started a diesel engine swap then i had heath issues and never finished it but now that life is more stable im gona get back on it maybe this summer lol
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That is awesome! Nice job!
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I watched it already this morning. The color is on point and it looks amazing. The dash and door panels look great. You used an idea I had been contemplating for tonneau cover. I actually scored myself a destroyed 1:1 to use the fabric on several builds for truck bed covers and soft tops. I hadn't considered taking the Gen 8 topless just yet, but after seeing yours, it looks amazing. Will you be making the interior available to others? I would be very interested in some of what you have going on. Also noticed modified battery mount, I assume the full interior wouldn't work with the center mounted battery?


The interior video and chassis videos are coming out today!!

Topless is a big undertaking since the whole lexan will need structure. The build cost $10 in materials but the wife is not happy we cut up her crappy vinyl handbag.

Bikini top is coming too. And a full roof body can be bolted on to this interior.

Yes, will only work with the modded battery tray and only small battery if we want the foreword battery position
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Thank you for fixing the wheel arches it looks so much better
Theres nothing like driving a scout with the top off i do it when ever i can
i need to fix that rig i started a diesel engine swap then i had heath issues and never finished it but now that life is more stable im gona get back on it maybe this summer lol


A convertible diesel scout came to my house a month ago $100k restoration. Pics coming.
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Looks like you used a 67-72 chevy dash? Looks pretty close besides the gages are round instead of square. Looks great.


The dash decals came from the Proline interior kit we almost used.
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The dash decals came from the Proline interior kit we almost used.
Wow that looks great for stickers. I really like it.

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A convertible diesel scout came to my house a month ago $100k restoration. Pics coming.
Sweet
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Old 02-01-2019, 11:52 AM   #14
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Here's the video on the body and interior modifications.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nkXExZSSld4

We're building a second to incorporate other ideas so chime in if you have any suggestions.
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Old 02-01-2019, 12:17 PM   #15
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Terra top half cab pick up
I have one for my 1:1
or a super scout
Im realy hoping some one 3d prints the door inserts and a terra top
The scout most people think of when they here scout is the super scout with the top off doors off blasting through the sand dunes they pushed that brochure for ever lol i would love to see one of those i would love to build one of those lol


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Terra top half cab pick up
I have one for my 1:1
or a super scout
Im realy hoping some one 3d prints the door inserts and a terra top
The scout most people think of when they here scout is the super scout with the top off doors off blasting through the sand dunes they pushed that brochure for ever lol i would love to see one of those i would love to build one of those lol
I had a 1979 when I was younger and my dad had a scout and truck. I have never seen a super scout. Around here there wasn't many. They were usually the pickups.

As for the side panels, I am working on a set for my 3D printed scout body that I am sure could easily be converted to fit the redcat. Hoping to get them finished in the next couple of weeks.
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I had a 1979 when I was younger and my dad had a scout and truck. I have never seen a super scout. Around here there wasn't many. They were usually the pickups.

As for the side panels, I am working on a set for my 3D printed scout body that I am sure could easily be converted to fit the redcat. Hoping to get them finished in the next couple of weeks.
I cant wait to see those door inserts
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That looks great. Is that the cut off roof?
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