1977 INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER SCOUT II 345 V8 SUV 1/25 SCALE MODEL KIT BUILD REVIEW AMT1248 AMT

[@shuey3984]

Thank you!!! I’m so excited to recreate our family’s “heirloom” Scout!!! No way I could have done this without your video.

[@hpiguy]

You are so welcome!

[@roberthomicz6552]

I built it back in August 1978 when I made changes open top INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER SCOUT II and I added roll bar and I made it us navy with white removable top and u.s.navy commissary store Kingsville tx

[@jrod66ify]

Once again far better than television.

[@wadesplacejones4577]

Really nice job Chris as always. My Uncle Pete bought one when they first came out. My grandfather had one one of the first Scouts to come out. You had to get out and turn the hubs on the front wheels to engage the 4wheel drive. My uncle was always trying to out do my grandfather. The whole electrical system went out on Pete's two months after he bought it. It took them almost that long to fix it. I will have to build this kit to remember them with. That's a nice aspect of this hobby! I spent my whole life in military and was never home to see them very often. Thanks Chris you awakened some memories with this one. Great job! Stay well.

[@hpiguy]

Thank you!

[@rustycasteele6121]

I have to get this kit! I had a 77 scout, it was a silver gray, black stripes and a black interior. Same motor and trans. This brought back some great memories, thank you!!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@jeffyoung8726]

You know Chris, I've learned SO much from watching your AWESOME videos. I mean I really have, and I enjoy building so much more now! It's always appreciated towards the end of your videos, where you always say: "build for YOU!" Thanks a million for keeping it fun, as well as informative.....

[@hpiguy]

Glad you like them!

[@donaldneighbors1575]

You're bringing back some memories. We had a '71 International Travel-All when I was a teenager in the '70s, and I liked driving it. It met its demise one afternoon when the aftermarket amp gauge shorted out and set the wiring on fire. I was driving when it happened.

[@modelcars2978]

I was just at Road America for the Ultimate Street Car Challenge and someone had turned one of these into a pro tourer, unique and very cool.

[@hpiguy]

Cool!

[@the402NE]

Love it, my mom had a brown and white (i think) 79 Scout that her brother and his buddies drove into a lake and got it stuck in the middle. They left it there for about a day or so, saying it was at their friends house, eventually, my grandpa found it and had to pull it out with a dozer, it was that stuck. but none the less, the engine was seized and began rusting and was sold.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@redcastle12b31]

My mom got me this kit back in the 70s when she worked for Kidde and Ertl was a subsidiary. I wasn't allowed to paint it because I was like 9 years old but it was okay to have the model glue that made you high. Great build Chris! I'm getting this one for old time sake.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for sharing!

[@brianwoodburyjr8307]

We went on vacation to visit my grandparents up north. My grandpa bought my brother and I this very same kit. It was an Ertl I believe. One of my best memories was building that model with him. Mine was no where as nice, but I was proud. Years later my father had the real deal. Never would sell it to me.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for sharing!

[@anibalbabilonia1867]

I believe that’s a rereleased kit from the original amt kit! I remember when I was 15 years old in 1978. I put together that same model. I used to see so many on the road back then, that i just had to have one! Onlist as a model! Lol 😂 man I wish I still have that model! Great job putting that one together!👌😎👍

[@IamGalvatron]

International, during this time period, loved their red colored engines. All the International big rig kits I’ve done from the Ertl era called for red International in-house engines. According to the big rig “experts” they’d even paint the Detroit engines red. Meh, I’ll alway paint a Detroit it’s proper Alpine Green. Great build as always, just put in an order for this and the sport version over at Model Roundup. Love that place!!

[@hpiguy]

Yes, so many people try to tell me that the engine in the International cabover I did this year is 'wrong' because it's red.

[@IamGalvatron]

@@hpiguy box says it’s a Detroit therefore Alpine Green. Atleast in my model building world they will always be.

[@flyingdragonfan]

My dad had one of these when II was a kid, I'm going to have to get this and paint it like his was.

[@edbouman5013]

Nice job Chris! I always enjoy watching your videos, you make your models so realistic looking! Keep up the good work!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

That is an "all around" great kit that you can do soooooo much with! 👍👍👍

[@hpiguy]

You got that right!

[@BplusB]

I want to come back to this hobby as a retirement project. I did'nt do models for about 35 years! Thanks for your inspirationnals videos. I learned A LOT of amazing tips&tricks here. Keep up the good work!

[@hpiguy]

You can do it!

[@gregbryan1656]

Another great build. Plus your Burt Reynolds reference made me instantly think of the backwards driving scene from Hooper.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@michaelupton3107]

As always great build, I used to see a few of these on the road when I was a kid, I've been doing model kits since I was 12 years old, now I'm 44 years old and I still enjoy doing this hobby, I've learned a lot from you since I started watching your model kit build reviews keep them coming😊❤👍

[@johnclemans7802]

I been building since I was 6 years old, now 51 years young. I was just working on a Revell Ford Bronco kit as I was watching. I have a garage full of new and old kits. I really enjoy these videos! Learning new techiques and details all the time!😁

[@michaelupton3107]

@@johnclemans7802 was it the 1980 Ford bronco 2 in 1 model kit?😁👍

[@johnclemans7802]

@@michaelupton3107 No, I'm in the process of building the Baja Bronco( Bill Stroppe version). I'm painting it Ford Grabber Orange with tan interior, should look nice when finished. I highly recommend that kit! Take care, and build on!!

[@michaelupton3107]

@@johnclemans7802 😁😁👍👍

[@hpiguy]

Very cool!

[@paredding]

Top job again Chris - I was looking at this as a box filler for free shipping but even then was a bit put off by the simplicity. However as usual your detailing brings it to life so pushed the button...doh. Yr trim detailing work on the side and trans tunnel inside is really nice. Even the headlights came out OK despite being no transparency. Loving the green for a forest hunter look but may go with red to suit the Rally livery. Good one

[@michaeljankowski8036]

Turned out great! Looks AWESOME in green rather than yellow.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@rcpete7055]

Always a great time👍 Thankyou for all the work u put into the channel it really shows how much u enjoy the hobby.. U must have built a thousand kits now? 🎉👍👍

[@alantoon5708]

One of the first SUV's. I had a 1973 Scout. A friend of mine referred to it as an "urban assault vehicle"...

[@kleimbach77]

Ah memories my dad had a 76 scout II and for Xmas one year my uncle built him this kit when It originally was released and painted it to match my dad's actual scout!

[@nimbly1693]

That looks exactly like the scout we had when I was a kid!

[@hpiguy]

Cool, buy one and have fun creating your own!

[@N2RI1]

I owned several of these Trucks my 75 was this color but in 75 it was an XL which stood for extra load capacity and the white stripes didnt go up on hood just down sides front to rear. loved that vehicle wife still wishes we had it as it was way better than newer cars. it also had sliding windows on sides and AC

[@johngligo4049]

Awesome build Chris! Love that Olive Drab with the stripe decals! Definitely going to grab one for my collection!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@rogerward3185]

Well done, and I actually have the time to sit down today and watch the entire thing in one sitting!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@13Dixiefried]

The decal sheet is proof that you do actually get production kits. An if anyone has this same issue they can contact Round2 for a replacement. An once again you produced another banger!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@justinmyslive4108]

I loved how this one turned out. In my opinion this kit would be better if it came with options like a removable top, lifted suspension, opening tailgate and dual exhaust nonetheless excellent job Chris

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@MrDejast]

This is one of the best, details are just fantastic. You sir are a model of perfection.

[@hpiguy]

Thank you so much 😀

[@xutxiamoua3455]

I bought this model on a whim simply because I love IH, but I’m so intimidated because I’ve never done model building or painting. You’re build helped put some of my worries at ease, but I’m still nervous.

[@rjburbine]

Great build Chris! My family has had 3 Scouts over the years. I think the engine color depended on the engine size. My last Scout was a 73 with a Jade Green (Pontiac Green) color V8 engine. But my Dad's 78 Scout II Traveler had the red engine 348 CI V8. Funny thing is all 3 of our Scouts had an Olive Green interior. Great job of bringing these old vehicles back to life.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for the info!

[@blackphantom99]

Beautiful build mate, really enjoyed the opera background music Chris. Stay happy and healthy brother 😊👍

[@hpiguy]

Thank you!

[@sporttruck5103]

Looks AWSM ! That Scout went definetly to my buying list.

[@hpiguy]

Good choice!

[@brandonb1681]

Vey nice interior. Those seats look spot on. I love the touch of gold on top of that engine.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@ScaleSpeedworks]

Very well done as usual. Colors choice is excellent. This kit is now on my shopping list!! Thanks

[@hpiguy]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@jmhub1979]

This is a great first model kit. You can do so much with it.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@maryfiltz800]

Good looking car -wouldn't mind driving that now.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@davidparker2259]

Nice job, Chris. I like your color choice.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@TheUselessGeniusX]

That looks just like my childhood next-door neighbors Scout; uncannily exact same color green

[@hpiguy]

Thank you!

[@justingibbons9011]

Chris now I know you really jam this music in your shop.. you are spraying in time with the music!

[@hpiguy]

Thank you!

[@diecast_MikeEspo]

SOOO KOOOOOLLLLL. Great work as always. Kit is awesome. Your videos are great . 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@hpiguy]

Thanks again!

[@masterskrain2630]

I'm old enough to remember the original Ertl issue of this kit!

[@gregorytalber2068]

Superb Outstanding and great job you did with that beautiful model and as always keep your great work and stay safe and well. excellent build.

[@hpiguy]

Thank you very much!

[@doublenickelbob]

Great build as usual Chris. I hate you, I'm spending way too much money because of you. My lawyer will contact you. lol keep them coming I'll keep watching ( and buying )

[@hpiguy]

LOL, enjoy!

[@doublenickelbob]

@@hpiguy Always do, thank you

[@manoman0]

On models or on lawyers? LOL

[@alensley1368]

I dont know how many I have went out and bought after watching these video. Just got the Miller truck and trailer this week..

[@450R]

@@doublenickelbob ôo

[@Trendsetta68]

Absolutely perfect color combo...looks so period correct! 😇👍🏼

[@hpiguy]

Yes! Thank you!

[@tygrkhat4087]

Get 'em up Scout! Nice build Chris.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@MrModelworx]

Excellent work as always mate, I quite like those Internationals

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Gary!

[@EHCreative]

Just love these kind of builds! Turned out great as usual!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@michaelcooke2559]

Great video as usual. It’s a shame you were decals short, but it all worked out.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@williamtuton6178]

Glad I found this channel truck looks good.

[@hpiguy]

Thank you!

[@stevemeade3161]

great build, must buy, had a friend when i was way younger had one as his daily driver.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@spacejunkie84119]

Beautiful job, sir. Probably my favorite build of yours, well, that and the Cat D8H, PayHauler, 4070A,.........

[@hpiguy]

Thank you very much!

[@GeneralHobbies]

love that green. as always great job. thanks

[@hpiguy]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@marksimkiw923]

Awesome job as usual Chris

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@southern_angel]

It is a old ertil kit got one ordered thanks for sharing yours looks sweet.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@oonioomphs9440]

Man, I don’t even like Scouts, but that looks awesome!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@williamtuton6178]

Did you know that top on the scouts cam off I loved them had 3 back in day only you not get for the scout was a lift was not available.

[@webvideofan]

Beautiful job as always. Great looking SUV!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks again!

[@gregorydegross1949]

You always make it look so easy wish I was that fast takes me forever

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@PontiacBanker]

I probably wouldn’t have bought this model, but damn I like how it turned out for you, and I may have to buy and build one now.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@PontiacBanker]

I just picked it up from my only remaining local hobby shop today. Thanks Madison Hobby Stop!

[@luisLP5752]

I'm glad the shell is one solid piece and not a removable roof. Do you know the tire size in mm and the wheel base of this precise model?

[@hanyoung5454]

nice, lovely! you are the best modeler!

[@hpiguy]

Wow, thank you!

[@backwoodrc536]

I know this is a bit of an older video, but I'm getting ready to do a RC version of this kit and I wanted to know if you know what the wheelbase and track width is on this kit before I buy it so I can get the RC kit at the same time, it would be helpful.

[@hpiguy]

I no longer have this kit handy but the wheelbase would be 1/25th of the real one, which you can find specs for online. Just divide the real number by 25.

[@fordmuscleluis9710]

Gotta love those 1/25 scale International scout 2 SUVs there awesome I enjoyed it

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Oh yea!!!!!!!!!!

[@hpiguy]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bigcharliesmodelgarage296]

Awesome build Chris. Love the Scout and like it the green. Thanks for sharing.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@williamtuton6178]

I got through with a scout 2 it was the version that had soft top with the roll bar and a 4" lift running broads lights and custom flatbed trailer the scout was painted in the flat brown with gold and black stripes seat all in brown with a bed cover says IH 4×4. Then one I most liked in real life was like your green 1# but mine was light brown and wood grain application with 15 ×15" tries.

[@laggggspike4970]

Nice build. Question, how is the worx makerx airbrush? Are you going to do a review on it? Also LOVE your channel.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@ronroberts2453]

Excellent build and great presentation Chris!! Awesome color choices!!!

[@hpiguy]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@charlesmcclure5994]

Great build Chris definitely have to give it two thumbs up 👍👍

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@jamestauschek5424]

Another awesome build! Let's take her out for a ride Chris!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@markbehr88]

Very cool. I have the original kit. I’ll buy this re-issue too. Thanks for the review.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@Cimmerian415]

Chris, what another great build per usual. And what is the name / artist of the song at 17:04 ?? that's a good song ! Thanks bro !

[@hpiguy]

Thanks! I use random free tracks from YT in their music library.

[@brianpeck9889]

I love these internationals!

[@alconk7129]

Love it and great color scheme!

[@hpiguy]

Thank you!

[@seamybmw]

Really nice and tidy build Chris well done

[@hpiguy]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@stewartgoodchild2930]

Thank you so much for doing a great job, when You opened that box of bananas, I almost stopped the video!, Do all AMT models come in that pre-color now?!, I don't like it, You certainly transformed it, well done, all the best, greetings from England 👍

[@hpiguy]

They usually come in white, but sometimes they'll issue a kit in color.

[@paulvanek8689]

Chris, and FB audience and fellow modelers......quick question can I, may I, soak a plastic piece I styrene I painted in simple green degreaser to "lift off the paint" or what pls?

[@hpiguy]

I soak in Super Clean to strip paint.

[@chassegallerie2910]

I NEED this! This truck! I just love those small trucks! Now, if someone was to also made a Lada Niva...

[@hpiguy]

That would be cool!

[@gabordubniczki1936]

AVD models Vaz 2129. You'll find it on ebay! Not cheap, curbside and 1:43 but pretty good quality. They do very high definition resin kits, with occasional cast metal parts!

[@markcoleman2156]

What do you do with all of the kits when you finish them.?

[@johnwwest8407]

Id like to know that too.

[@richiesspeedshop82]

I know you have deadlines to build these awesome kits but can you preview and build the 1/16 scale MPC 1979 Firebird? I was never into models bigger than the 1/24-25 scale until I started building the Firebird and it's so much fun. Great vid btw 👍👍👍👍

[@hpiguy]

I don't have that kit but if they reissue it and send a new copy I'll dive into it. Thanks!

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

Nice buddy! I like it, very cool! I believe I liked those old Scouts more than the Broncos, although the Broncos were alright! Anyways, mighty cool Chris!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks 👍

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

@@hpiguy - you’re welcomed buddy!

[@Mike-br8zt]

From this kit, it is possible to make the Monteverdi Sahara and with a bit of scratch building, the Monteverdi Safari.

[@ldawg3508]

Hey! Awesome video. Could you build the amt white freight-liner truck? I have it just not building it right now. Barely any decent reviews.

[@TroysTruckModels]

hi , its a prick of a kit that bloody freightliner ..but if you take your time an make sure you get everything lined up right it can turn out good ..the cab seams will drive you insane if you want to keep the rivet detail ..good luck an hope you have fun ..

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@JMHTruck32005]

Love the color...It fits....

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@ianmunslow5675]

Really nice choice of colour great build Chris

[@hpiguy]

Thanks 👍

[@russellpoland6637]

I would be very interested in seeing the Molotow marker used for the chrome trim. That Sharpie works very well, but, well, it is not chrome, and outside of Chrome foiling a kit , seeing the Molotow in use would be a deciding factor on it's usefulness in the tool box! Thank You for sharing the videos, Oh what kit is that LED set for the Enterprise?

[@hpiguy]

Thank you!

[@richardlee1092]

Chris your a model building wizard! You worked your magic on this one. Nice looking fun to build kit. Very realistic appearance. Look at the size of that tranny hump! Man! A friend had one of these back in the day I road in it once it was a bruiser! Great job as usual!

[@raphaelhernandez4088]

Great build the stripes help make the build!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@Bobbybbops]

How is this different than the offroad version?

[@WildBillJr]

Sweet job as usual. Loved the Ramada Inn ash tray for decals. Lol.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks again!

[@williamtuton6178]

The 345 engine was a strong work horse.

[@scaleautoguysworkbench]

I have been watching your videos for a while now. I have noticed that you use the Kaiser brand gel pens and I have a question for you. Do these gel pens have a super fine point? I know that you have mentioned that you get them at Hobby Lobby, is this correct? Thanks for all that you do.

[@JonnyJetson754]

Wow very nice

[@dalekoster9955]

The New York Police Department used these in Central Park in the 70s.

[@gregorydegross1949]

Testers silver a classic

[@justinmyslive4108]

An idea just hit me. If you can scrounge up some police car lights you could build this up as a conservation officer's rig

[@williamtuton6178]

Yes the tops did come off on most scouts.

[@ronjones9373]

Anyone ever seen a kit for an international harvester travelall ?

[@13Dixiefried]

I done a Google search, an it didn't pan out. Most likely you will have to buy two of these kits and combine them into one. Unless you know someone with a 3d printer.