Hey guys...
I just purchased an Argo Scout and I have no experience with this type of vehicle. I live in FL and I have never even seen one of these. I have to drive 4 hours to pick it up from the nearest dealer.
I bought it for hog hunting. I hunt hogs at night with thermal gear and I normally use a highly modified electric cart to get around the places I hunt quietly. I bought the Argo to use in the swampy lowlands and to have a nimble vehicle to use when searching for hog sign. Hogs usually head for the thick swamps to keep cool and I'm hoping the Scout will get me into these areas. I will also hunt out of it when needed.... I will just have go in early due to the noise and set up before dark.
I chose the 6x6 over the larger 8x8 because it's seems it will better suit my situation. I will trailer it every trip, I hunt alone and don't need to haul any cargo. I decided on an Argo over a standard 4x4 for its amphibious capability.
I ordered it with the skid plate, wheel bearing extensions, motor and brake cooling fans, motor bracket, and 25 inch tires.
My only concern is getting stuck in mud since I won't be running tracks. I am thinking that I should be good if I can install the rear winch mounting bracket. Does anybody know if it can be installed on the Scout?
Rear Receiver Winch | ARGO UTV
I am also interested in making it as quiet as possible so I'm considering some type of add on unit like the The Silent Rider exhaust silencer. Does anybody have any experience with these?
https://www.atvsilencer.com
Here's a short vid of a night hog hunt wth thermal for anyone that might like to like to see what it's all about.
http://youtu.be/ruXv4h5ibW4