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[62FORD91]

I just bought a 62 fairlane 500.Don't know very much about theses cars,have always been into mustangs mainly fox bodies,so I need some help.

A little about the car,It's a one owner that's been kept inside for the last 25yrs.(parked in 84)so it's in really good shape aside from some surface rust here and there and a few dings.It's a 260,3 speed car.The engine was rebuilt before it was parked and I was told still has break in oil in it.

Where can I find info about these cars?Thinking about turning it into a super stock clone,and make it as period correct as possible.I have always loved the 64 thunderbolts so I would like to take this in that direction.Any info would be appreciated.

Thanks
Brian

[proudbeinarebel]

i just slapped a 302 into my 62 fairlane, i have most of the chrome for the 62 fairlane if you want it, but if your trying to stay period correct what are you looking at changing or what do you need to replace?

[mark v]

There are some experts here that can help you. Please be patient due to the big Holiday week coming up.

[62FORD91]

Thanks guys I'm really looking forward to learning more about this car and deciding which direction I want to take it.

proudbeinarebel-I'll let you know,I know some of the trim has dings so I may replace them.Not sure what I'll keep and what will go.Since it's 100% stock and a clean one owner car it'll stay fairly stock for now.

One thing I need to know is what is the largest tire that will fit in the rear?Will a 225/235 60 fit?For now thinking about running steel wheels painted white with largest tire that will fit in rear and a skinny(maybe 145) in front.Since I can't run a thunderbolt hood and air box setup I found one I like made by air inlet systems with ducts run down to inner headlight openings.Also looking at tachs and possibly bucket seats.After I get the look I want I'll decide on the runnning gear,for now I'll keep the 260 but will probably look for a top loader.I'm picking it up tomorrow and after I have some time to look it over I'll make some decisions.

Thanks again
Brian

[62Red500]

Originally Posted by 62FORD91

Thanks guys I'm really looking forward to learning more about this car and deciding which direction I want to take it.

proudbeinarebel-I'll let you know,I know some of the trim has dings so I may replace them.Not sure what I'll keep and what will go.Since it's 100% stock and a clean one owner car it'll stay fairly stock for now.

One thing I need to know is what is the largest tire that will fit in the rear?Will a 225/235 60 fit?For now thinking about running steel wheels painted white with largest tire that will fit in rear and a skinny(maybe 145) in front.Since I can't run a thunderbolt hood and air box setup I found one I like made by air inlet systems with ducts run down to inner headlight openings.Also looking at tachs and possibly bucket seats.After I get the look I want I'll decide on the runnning gear,for now I'll keep the 260 but will probably look for a top loader.I'm picking it up tomorrow and after I have some time to look it over I'll make some decisions.

Thanks again
Brian

Les Schwab is your best friend - they will fit tires on your wheels or any wheels they have in stock until you are happy. You just have to be ready to buy at the end of the day.
I am sure any other large Wheel&Tire chain has the same policy regarding this.

[MIL1ION]

what would you like to know?