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I actually have my short Britax folder sitting on the top of the Ranchero right now! Trying to decide...

 

Interesting on the top idea. I hadn't seen or heard of one. Hmmmmmm...
Yes, I am pulling out the fenders to match. Seemed easy to do at first thought, but now I'm not sure... depends on the grill. There is still work on the bumper that I know I need to do (I don't like the turn signals in the corner, and I will add to the license area) so I will do what I know, and hire an artist to come up with some sketches. My idea is a camaro blade for a center bar and mustang bumper extensions for vertical teeth... but, we'll see how it all ends up


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This one von zipper?
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?...825.394872723936893&type=1&comment_id=1077409

 

Cool. Never seen that on a wagon. Thanks for looking it up
I will be keeping the luggage rack and incorporating scallops, so if I ever do that van...

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Here is one of my projects. A 64 falcon hardtop. Originally equipped with a 170CI and 4 speed Dagenham transmission. Was a one owner, all original and ran great.

Switched the suspension over from 4 lug to 5 lug. using the 65 falcon V8 manual steering and quality parts. The rear end is from a 63 Falcon with a 3.55 posi.

Lots of fun while working with my little assistant!!

 

Here is the rear end work...

 

Here is where I am currently at with this project. Undergoing a BFX tribute build.
331 stroker/4 spd top loader/9" with 3.89 gears. Has undergone a minitub, subframes and rollbar. Gonna paint it wimbledon white and keep the interior original black.


Enjoy!!

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Here is the hood and mechanical stuff to make it go FAST!

Next phase is body and paint. Then I will swap out.

 

Hey all, I have a great 1960 4 door falcon (6cyl). The rear bumper was totally shot when i got it but i have found local junkyard here that has a 62 falcon ranchero, a 64 comet and a 62 futura. I looked around the fdr thread for awhile and couldn't really find the answer, so the question is, can I use the rear bumper from any of those for my 1960 falcon? I am assuming the 62 futura and the 62 ranchero would have the same rear bumper, is that correct?

 

I like the gray-center Cragars. What paint is that?

 

Really, really cool build, that Falcon will be quite entertaining. When I read of your power plans, I was hoping you would upgrade the little 8", they are tough customers but to a point. That nodular 9'' will do nicely. Did you go with a new 56" total width housing and axles? And did you go centered housing or centered pinion?

-KK

 

Those are Cragar GT (not SS) wheels. Center caps say GT not SS. They are pre SS. They are old school from the 60s two piece (steel rim & aluminum center) 14x6. Originally painted black centers which appear gray now due to their age.


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I narrowed the "N" 9 inch (3.89. / 31 splines) rear end to 54.5" and centered pinion.


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Really, really digging this bird!

The Kustom Falcon Build: http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=734282
The Kustom Falcon

 

Oh, I shoulda known that. Dad had a set on his Sport Fury:

 

Just got back to the falcon. The rear quarters are ROUGH!

My trophy case has a trophy case!

 

I know that all 3 years, (60, 61, 62), have different bumpers; BUT, if you get the arms and all, it'll probably work. Good luck! Mike.

 

Falcon update!! Well, the "week-end" over haul took a LEEEETLE bit longer!! BUT with luck the engine should be back in today! Yee-Haw!! ; )

 

Hi folks,
Long-time reader, but had to register today after seeing this thread. I hope it's okay to post my Falcon here. It's not a hot rod in the traditional sense, but I have fun with it...

 

WOW! Darn nice.

 

Whoa, talk about a sleeper! Very nice.

 

Very nice! And clean!

 

Thanks guys. I appreciate it. I've enjoyed seeing all the great Falcons in this thread.

 

Wow didn't see that coming as I scrolled down. Very nice and clean. Great resto you did on that round body speedfische.

 

I am in love with your car. I hope my four door will look that good.

My trophy case has a trophy case!

 

Great Falcon! What size wheels and tires are you running? I'm planning something similar using TCI kits. Thanks.

BTW, loved the 1:25 build of your Falcon as well!

 

Thanks for the kind words, you all (and for the compliment on the 1:25th as well, typerr). The wheels are all 15x8. The front tires are 195/60/R15 and the rears are 215/60/R15. They came from Diamondback.

 

Very nicely done! Sure is a gorgeous Falcon!

 

speedfische, that is very inspiring. Answered my question on using different colored piping around the pleats on my 50 convert. I like it! Slowly making progress.

 

Need some help please

Could someone post some photos of the gas filler on a '60 Sedan for me please?
The car I'm building for my wife came with a gas tank and a gas cap .... NOTHING in between . I've found the filler elbow from a '63 but there must be another piece that has the locking flange that the cap would engage onto ??


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