In 1973 the grille design was changed to 14 vertical slots separated by a body color center divider. The 4-cylinder engine was dropped. The 6-258 6-cylinder was rated at 113 net hp. The V-304 and V-345 carried ratings of 137 and 144 net hp respectively. A single-speed transfer case was standard with 2-speeds optional. The Scout II was only slightly changed for 1974. A new rectangular chrome grille had a vertical center divider. Each side contained six freestanding vertical chromed bars. The engine lineup was unchanged except that the V-345 was available with a dual exhaust, raising hp to 156. Power front disk brakes were standard. The standard tire size was increased from E78-15B to F78-15B. Radial tires were optional.