63 Falcon Gasser Build

[BadBird]

Well, the rear end is ordered from Quick Performance, but like everything I have ordered recently it is going to take more than a month to get it. So, went to the front and got the tires for the front end today. 155 width by 15. They are BFG TA radials that have the look of the old bias ply tires. Also ordered the straight axle setup with Wilwood disc brakes today from Speedway Automotive. Sounds like that will be here next week sometime. Larry

[gtaroger]

I feel your pain.I wanted the Sniper stealth FI. It was on back order,about 1 to 2 months to get.Every thing is messed up right now.GTARoger

[BadBird]

In dismantling my 63 I have some parts that I have no need or want for. I have the 289 engine (unknown condition), original radiator (I think) which anyone can have if they want. I also have four very good condition spoke hubcaps (14") that I would sell for $100. I will be listing other parts as I go along. Larry

[Luva65wagon]

Hey Larry, if the motor mount assemblies are not going to beused - I'd buy those. If your plan is to use them that's great.

[BadBird]

Roger, I'm not sure what all I will be using. But, I will let you know asap. Also, not getting a lot done on the car lately. Carol has been having problems with blood and oxygen issues, called aid crew out and got her to hospital. Got a blood transfusion and feeling better. Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers.
Now, car stuff. I spent several hours trying to remove the clutch equalizer bar from the left side of the block and support angle. Pain in the posterior. Couldn't get the bolts to come loose, but finally my son got them removed and the engine is pulled. Now I can start removing the front suspension junk. If anyone needs something from that, let me know.
Received the axles (only) from Quick Performance for the rear end. Checked and found out they were making the rear housing too narrow. I need it to be 58" from hub to hub and they were making it stock width of 56". So, they are remaking the whole setup, sending new axles and shipping the wrong ones back at no charge. This company is one of the best I've ever dealt with. Should be getting new axles and housing within a week.
I guess my plan is to temporarily install the rear end in the car to get exact locations of wheels/tires so I can start cutting wheel wells out. Next will locate the front straight axle setup and weld in brackets. Then get every thing else off the car so I can get it on the rotisserie for some serious work. Best laid plans of mice and men?? Larry

[BadBird]

I know. I should not be thinking about the paint of my future car. BUT, I keep looking. When talking about this subject before, Jeff said he likes two tone cars. So do I. So, please remember, this gasser will be trying to incorporate the looks of the 60's gassers. Take a look at this gasser. I kinda like the look. Kinda? Not sure about actual colors. Ideas are welcome. "Sucker Punch" 1963.5 Ford Falcon Gasser Blown Small Block Ford Gasser Profile - YouTube Larry

[Jeff W]

I think it looks fantastic. Another style I like is similar to that but is paneled? like this van.

[beerbelly]

I saw this one at PIR a couple summers ago; the kid said he & a buddy painted it themselves:

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[Tom P]

Any updates on the project?

[BadBird]

Carol and I just got back from a while in Tucson Arizona. Worked on my brothers 64 Fairlane Thunderbolt clone. Now I want to get back to mine. I will update soon I hope. Larry

[BadBird]

I haven't done much on the car lately, but back problems are indeed a pain. So, I bought some more stuff just to keep busy. I ordered a 351 Level 20 roller block from DSS Racing. I also ordered their main support. I had the DSS 347 short block in the 64 and it did a good job on the street and racing. So, after talking to them they recommended this block for the stroker 427 I am going to install. D.S.S. Racing - Main Support System And Pro-Tray Windage Control<meta name="description" content="D.S.S. Racing's Main Support System Dampens Harmful Harmonics That Cause Cap Walk And Can Crack Engine Blocks. The Main Support System Is Affordable And Easily Installed. D.S.S. Also Offers Increased HP With The Pro-Tray Windage Control."> (dssracing.com)

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[BadBird]

Got a couple of pictures of the block that DSS Racing is shipping tomorrow. Larryengine1.jpgengine3.jpg