Re: Getting the top off a Scout 800

[Chad Sibert <csibert@domain.elided>]

This method used to work well for me, although it was ten years ago and might
account for some back pain now :-).  The only hangup was getting the forward
edges of the top sides past the rollbar.  I use the same method to take the
top off my 4-Runner.

Chad Sibert

Paul Brakefield wrote:

> I put mine on and off by myself-
>
> Unbolt the top, step up in the back, put your back in the middle, and lift.
> Walk it to the back until you can tilt the back down to the ground.  Stand
> it up on the liftgate until the truck is moved, or pivot out of the way.
> If mine was a little closer to the ground it would be even easier (a
> springover and 33s gets that puppy up there!).
>
> I used to remove the top to my 75 Blazer the same way.  It just takes a
> little practice.  Well, a little size helps, too.
>
> Haven't tried the Scout II yet, but I will soon.
>
> Paul Brakefield
> "Dirtball"
>
> 1966 IHC Scout 800- "The Beast"
>         Chevy 350/SM465/Dana20
>         <Springover with 33s>
> 1972 Scout II
>         345/727/Dana20
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>         <Tellico tested>
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