1965 International Travelall Panel Build

[PNW EXPLR]

So, apparently, heavy duty engine stands are Unobtainium right now....challenge excepted!

Started out buy running down to the Metal Supply yard, NOT the local home store! The metal supply will ALWAYS beat the home center prices, by A LOT!

Picked up 20' of 1 1/2" x .250" wall square tube for $230.00.

Started measuring out the dimensions I would need for this 496 cu/in monster.
Then got to work...











More tomorrow....

 

[Eric W.]

I need these skills in my life, thanks for sharing.

 

[PNW EXPLR]

I need these skills in my life, thanks for sharing.

I share these parts of the build process to show that anyone can do it. Go buy an affordable welding machine, watch a couple videos and build something.
As an example, on this International build, swapping in the efi 8.1 is a bit intimidating to me cause I have never messed with ecu tuning and auto electronics is not my strongest skill set, but, I will learn.

 

[Eric W.]

I share these parts of the build process to show that anyone can do it. Go buy an affordable welding machine, watch a couple videos and build something.
As an example, on this International build, swapping in the efi 8.1 is a bit intimidating to me cause I have never messed with ecu tuning and auto electronics is not my strongest skill set, but, I will learn.

You may have just inspired me to get an affordable welder. I've been telling myself I wish I had/need to learn to weld for awhile now.

 

[Krazyjohnny]

You for sure need to look up Bill Hamilton. Hamilton Fuel Injection. He is an International Harvester Icon when it comes to fuel injection.

 

[PNW EXPLR]

I share these parts of the build process to show that anyone can do it. Go buy an affordable welding machine, watch a couple videos and build something.
As an example, on this International build, swapping in the efi 8.1 is a bit intimidating to me cause I have never messed with ecu tuning and auto electronics is not my strongest skill set, but, I will learn.

You may have just inspired me to get an affordable welder. I've been telling myself I wish I had/need to learn to weld for awhile now.

Do it!

Eastwood has a great line of welding machines. They cost a bit more then the Chinese ones that are available but very reliable. I have had my 175 mig for almost 10 years. I have run countless spools of wire through it and it keeps going.

1 tool at a time!

 

[PNW EXPLR]

The last few days have been busy. I have still been making the effort to do SOMETHING each day.

Got the engine section of the cart completed. That allowed me to move the monster power plant safely out to the driveway. I then labeled all of the wiring harness connections and removed the wiring harness from the motor. Some connectors will be needed later when connecting the new harness.
Then I spent quite a bit of time scrubbing and pressure washing the engine.





Soon they will be united!

 

[shortbus4x4]

If you find the Allison transmission and bellhousing is too big too fit in your Travelall a 4L80E was also used behind the 8.1 in the Suburbans. I have 8.1 and NV4500 for my 66 International PU. They are excellent engines. Looking forward to seeing this next year at the Binder Bash?

 

[PNW EXPLR]

If you find the Allison transmission and bellhousing is too big too fit in your Travelall a 4L80E was also used behind the 8.1 in the Suburbans. I have 8.1 and NV4500 for my 66 International PU. They are excellent engines. Looking forward to seeing this next year at the Binder Bash?

Hopefully it will fit. If not I imagine i will be doing some sheet metal work on the tunnel. Really have my heart set on at least a 5 speed.

I end up making it to the Binder Bash. Was a bit of a mission finding the actual location. Went to 3 wrong places first then found a craigslist ad with the right location.

I really need me a Travelette, was cool to see a 5.9 cummins swapped one!

 

[PNW EXPLR]

One more from the show

 

[PNW EXPLR]

Had a leaky rear brake cylinder. I was not able to find the exact replacement so I ended up buying a couple for a mid 70's 1 ton Chevy P/U. Everything else cleaned up nice.

 

[shortbus4x4]

How's your Travelall coming? Binder Bash 2023 is June 17. Hope to see you there with your Travelall.

 

[PNW EXPLR]

How's your Travelall coming? Binder Bash 2023 is June 17. Hope to see you there with your Travelall.

It’s going. I am building the axles right now.
Anybody who knows me, knows that I can’t not make something clean and new looking. Form must meet function!

 

[PNW EXPLR]

If you find the Allison transmission and bellhousing is too big too fit in your Travelall a 4L80E was also used behind the 8.1 in the Suburbans. I have 8.1 and NV4500 for my 66 International PU. They are excellent engines. Looking forward to seeing this next year at the Binder Bash?

I will be changing up the plan for the transmission. I really want to run the Allison, but I am thinking that it would be more cost effective to run an NV4500.
So, I will be listing the Allison 1000 5 speed . I think I can make a few buck on it and should be pretty close to breaking even funding an NV4500 and all the pieces I will need.

 

[cbloodworth]

Awesome build man, will for sure be following along for this!

 

[PNW EXPLR]

Awesome build man, will for sure be following along for this!

Thanks Chance. I am excited to get it in the dirt!

 

[shortbus4x4]

It’s going. I am building the axles right now.
Anybody who knows me, knows that I can’t not make something clean and new looking. Form must meet function!

When it comes to old Internationals that is a very very deep rabbit hole you went down. See you on the other side. Some of us Just Internationals club members are talking about a convoy to the Rocky Mountain IH Rendezvous next July. The more the merrier, and we want group discounts on tows.

 

[M Rose]

When it comes to old Internationals that is a very very deep rabbit hole you went down. See you on the other side. Some of us Just Internationals club members are talking about a convoy to the Rocky Mountain IH Rendezvous next July. The more the merrier, and we want group discounts on tows.

I’ll run chase in a Ram just to make sure you all get there safely.

 

[PNW EXPLR]

When it comes to old Internationals that is a very very deep rabbit hole you went down. See you on the other side. Some of us Just Internationals club members are talking about a convoy to the Rocky Mountain IH Rendezvous next July. The more the merrier, and we want group discounts on tows.

I’ll run chase in a Ram just to make sure you all get there safely.

Maybe you should drive my tow pig? Can fit 3 scouts!

 

[PNW EXPLR]

It’s going. I am building the axles right now.
Anybody who knows me, knows that I can’t not make something clean and new looking. Form must meet function!

When it comes to old Internationals that is a very very deep rabbit hole you went down. See you on the other side. Some of us Just Internationals club members are talking about a convoy to the Rocky Mountain IH Rendezvous next July. The more the merrier, and we want group discounts on tows.

Yeah it is, this is my second. Kinda wanting a Travelette next!