What about the newer scout? Power steering, Dana 44 axles, automatic option heavier spring pivot points and frame.
They used the 727 transmission so easy to transplant a mopar engine.
I put a 440 in one many years ago. The Saginaw power steering brackets on the 440 went well with the Saginaw power steering box on the scout.
The old scouts were all wheel drive. Had power locks front and rear. I think they were smaller than Dana 30s. While the frame was stout the spring pivot points and springs were small. As mentioned above tiny axles too. Just more thoughts.
