Fixing Up An Old Ford, Continued.

[@davidlj53]

Changing those old brakelines is smart, could save your life. At 71 I’m too old to wrench but watching you sure brings back some memories, thanks.

[@jaybee9708]

I don't think you're ever too old to wrench. When I was working on my own cars in my 20s, my grandfather, in his late 70s, was always there to help. I miss those days. I remember him lying with me under the car on the garage floor in winter replacing a rear axle once. He had no trouble with the bolts holding that thing on. I hope I'm still that strong when I'm that old.

[@josephbelanger5053]

I am 65 years old and have worked on cars many of my years. I am grateful that I can now afford to buy new or pay others to make my repairs. But when I was this kid's age I had to do for myself and often I didn't know what l was doing. There is something so satisfying about watching this resourceful person determined to problem solve through. I would have power washed the radiator while I had it out. I never would have dreamed that I would watch this kind of thing, but l do and enjoy the crap out of it.

[@jaybee9708]

I'm 62 and the same story. There's nothing like the luxury of having a vehicle (or any machine) that's new, reliable and with the backup of a decent, trustworthy mechanic. There was a certain pride and sense of achievement in fixing stuff myself when I was younger, but I'm happy to leave those rewards to others now, and watch and admire their work.

[@chefduane3742]

Yep. First thing I thought of... pressure wash the radiator.

[@iankennedy8457]

It is sooooo refreshing to see someone fixing up an old car to get it going again as it WAS. Inline 6 and all. No SBC swap, no LS conversion, and best of all no Blah blah blah! I love seeing old cars in their original state. Keep up the good work!!

[@johnkendrick7304]

I just want to let you know how much I look forward to every one of your videos. Just the way you do them and I'm a car guy so I absolutely love them from beginning to end. Keep up the great work!

[@serhiitaranchuk7348]

Hello with Ukraine 😊

[@ianharlow2075]

Excellent video. No inappropriate, loud music. No "these are the tools & safety equipment you will need". Professional camera work. No yammering about this & that, including life story. Small wonder you have such a large following. God bless you, sir, from a fellow Petrol head!

[@TeresaBernierBernier]

I finished restoring a 68 corvette about 5 years ago all in my garage. Loved every minute of it. This channel brings me back and is excellent mental therapy .

[@jeffsandler3339]

I love the doing instead of talking it's a breath of fresh air...... Great content ....

[@mikematthews916]

Simon, You Are Wise Beyond Your Years. You Are So Young Yet You Seem to Be an Old Soul, Retro Coffee Maker, Retro Wardrobe, Appreciation for Old Rolling Metal and seemingly About 20-25 years automotive repair experience and you weld, all this and you appreciate the power of silence and solitude....Are you sure your not over 55? Love watching your channel!

[@nothingbutjets941]

Simon.....I love this video. No hype, no chatter, no music, just simple "here's how..." and it works. Do keep up the great work.

[@rnelsontn]

Mighty fine job, Simon. The exhaust pipe construction was a work of art. Amazing that I watched both videos and never heard a word of foul language! 🤠 Fine lookin' kitty, too. Thank you for sharing your skills, both mechanical and video.

[@JulieOBrien-hw2kn]

I really enjoyed this video. I love the early Falcons. I especially like that your workspace and tools are what many of us have to work with. Thank you!

[@paulaleeper5389]

the camara up close can see what,s going on great job we need more like you. thank you.

[@billshearer3984]

I’ve done all this stuff myself just to keep an old car running. We had no choice in my day. Luckily, my dad was a depression era baby, who never threw anything away and knew every shortcut there was. I love the fact that this guy never says a word… Actions speak

[@rockhoundingeasternwashing5308]

I really enjoy this guy. No lip flappin', just making it happen!

[@АндрейШумихин-в7у]

Видео смотреть с большим удовольствием ,мастер с большой буквы , сам я из России.

[@thomasknobbe4472]

Those are about the cutest little wheel bearings I have every seen. I love your camera work and editing, this is what makes watching your videos so enjoyable. I feel as if I am right there watching the project unfold. It has a little of the feel of stop-action animation. Thanks so much, keep it going!

[@nunyabuziness8421]

Told my son about this channel. He can learn a lot from it

[@jamesharris2615]

This guy has become one of my favorite TV mechanics and producers in a really quick amount of time... Keep that content coming bro! 👍🏿💯

[@thomaswermager1819]

I like your style when it comes to wrenching on old American Iron! Great content great video. Nice old Falcon too! Thank You!

[@someabsolutebangersonhere]

The camera work alone is incredible, let alone the mechanical work etc - your channel should explode if the KZbin algorithm works. Nice work mate 😍😍

[@MathieuHarchin]

Bravo . J'adore faire durer les choses en les entretenant Continuez !

[@tomwatkins4730]

Good work, Simon. Another one has been saved. I drove one for many years.

[@saintgtx]

It's always a good day when Simon uploads

[@cristianmolina8148]

Finally an ASMR channel for guys who likes cars, old trucks, junk, tools and NEURONS...(very good direction, edition, photography and camera angles btw...)

[@klaustombrink]

I like to watch videos abut repairing and servicing automatic wrist watches - a zen-like experience. Your videos are even better, and there is something practical and useful to learn. I will never servicve my own watch, and I can't repair or service my car (2023 Dodger Challenger Hellcat) - but it is good to know how it basically works, and it is very relaxing to watch your videos! Please keep it up! Greetings from Germany, Klaus

[@bryanyankulov3162]

This Being the 1st Video of your channel here. I like the method of using What you have to work with. And replacing & repairing Only What Needed to get this 61' Falcon Back Up and running around again. It's a great thing as well to see a capable Mechanic Working At Your Young Age. I was wrenching on old ford's in 77-78 with friends who were doing the same in my neighborhood. South End Columbus Ohio. Keep making vids there good to watch when I'm not Driving . 🇺🇸

[@SimonFordman]

Very cool, thanks for watching.

[@ChristopherCerta]

My folks had a ‘61 falcon wagon, when I was growing up. So much of your video I experienced as a kid holding the flashlight for my dad. I always wanted to get a ‘60, or ‘61 Ford Falcon, or Edsel Comet, of my own.

[@hcombs0104]

I’ve got to say, you do very good work, and good camerawork while doing it. Watching you change that water pump brings back a lot of memories…changed a few myself.

[@michals547]

Great job, Comrade. I am very impressed with your professionalism, precision of work and high-class workmanship of this old Ford.

[@mavision6525]

One of the best channels and formats on KZbin. Great video.

[@GaryMartin-x9r]

That guy is a superb mechanic and fabricator. Very entertaining and informative. 👍

[@williamfindspeople4341]

What's amazing is you can still find parts. My auto parts store had parts for my 40 Ford.

[@boondocker7964]

My first car was a '67 Falcon, with 28K miles on it when I got it in '69 for $1200, 3 on the tree, 6, drove it for 10 years. Cat is living the high life.

[@Frusie]

a 2 year old car for 1200 bucks is Wild.

[@boondocker7964]

@@Frusie Money went further then, in '65, you could actually get a cup of coffee for 10 cents, you could get a glass of draft beer in a bar, for 10 cents, get a buzz for about a buck. Money actually was more valuable. I paid $40K for a used 4Runner in Jan. it had 19.5K miles on it, a bit different from the bare bones Falcon, but, it is what it is.

[@ProjectFairmont]

A friend of mine still has his AZ sourced ‘67 Falcon Sport coupe w/289 he bought in ‘92. A sturdy car indeed.

[@jarodbrenneman8661]

I want one of those manual columm shifters so bad, it must've pretty cool drive that thing.

[@boondocker7964]

@@jarodbrenneman8661 Well, not really, it just was basic transportation to and from work, it did not seem "cool", it was what it was, "better than walking" or taking the bus to and from here and there, it took a little practice to get used to a manual transmission, not a great deal, but, a bit.

[@tjmaclean]

Your videos are done so well. I used to work on my 1970 VW Beetle back when I was your age. Good times - enjoy your youth!

[@VintageTinGarage]

Excellent safety precautions. Love that your cats are always how you end your videos.

[@moosejawventure]

Enjoying your Falcon project brings back fond memories of my 61 Frontenac 4 dr wagon I had in Saskatchewan back in 1973.

[@donaldhelgeson6769]

Simple Simon makes it look so easy. Love how you end your videos sir

[@roberthahn482]

It's a pleasure to watch you work. You a very skilled for someone as young as you. Great work.

[@DaniilAKein]

Simon is the man we all needed but had no idea about.

[@drstevenrey]

OMFG, a 1960 Ford Falcon XK. I love these so much. Childhood memories.

[@michaelcherry8952]

10:40 Packing wheel bearings with grease is why mechanics have such silky-smooth skin on their hands.😂 13:51 Exhaust hanger in a state of shock! 23:31 "I'm about to get fired, aren't I?" I struggled with the heater box, core and fan on my 1965 Falcon Futura for a couple of winters until I gave up and "retrofitted" the box, heater and core from a 1963 Fairlane. The heater controls worked backwards, but it threw plenty of heat. Alberta winters can be damn cold! Thanks for posting the long-form videos. I enjoyed every minute of this video as well as Part 1.

[@SimonFordman]

Yea I don't think the heat works on this one, something to tackle in the future.

[@trickyricky12147]

​@SimonFordman back when heater cores were simple enough to work on in cars. You don't have to remove the entire dash and steering column. None of that modern nonsense procedures just to get to one thing. I think these Ford Falcons were someone's perfect "my first brand new car I ever purchased off the dealer lot" all while not needing a new car warranty because these are simple enough to work on yourself with a decent set of Sears Craftsman tools at the time. Also the perfect "my first beater that I bought with 29K miles from the OG owner after getting my DL" type car. I'm thinking these falcons would make a sweet first classic car project and that's coming from a GM guy, but when it comes to these old things of glory, they all need to be saved so we can compete with which makes are better in the classic car/truck world. Lol. Pre duraspark Ford ignition systems are stout, but points style ignition systems usually are across the board if one knows what they're doing and how to clean points after a storge period.

[@MS-ke4jv]

Love those Videos from SimonFordman. It is for (old) car AND movie fans. Nice camera and nice film noir-atmosphere. Just noises, no music: Great!

[@aarontfoulkes]

I really appreciate, and enjoy your videos. I used to live up north....

[@larryclark6113]

Thanks for this Simon. I actually put off watching this one because I love having one of your videos to look forward to. Your content is so enjoyable. I love spending time watching your work.

[@rja12]

When I've had a long, tough day and need to relax and unwind, I watch a video by SimonFordman. Seriously good talent. Thank you for the incredible videos.

[@mongosaqqara]

Love the filming/editing...she purs like a kitten...can't wait to see what's next!

[@thomasknobbe4472]

Now it sounds just like a Falcon Six!

[@Sofus65]

Love the format, no music, no talk and love your approach, fix it , don't fire the parts cannon at it. New subscriber here, hope your channel takes off 👍

[@ralley145]

I did alot of the same things back in 1975. My 1st car was a Ford Fairlane 500 with a 289v8. It was very rusty, but the motor was great!

[@zerkfitting]

Exactly the way I do things minus all the swearing. Very satisfying watching you work on old iron. My little brother had a Falcon just like this one with an inline six. Good stuff.

[@retirednavychief6983]

The only way to 'restore' an old car...keeping it original and not buying a ton of new parts. Well done sir.

[@karlmorton9881]

You are a gifted talent, I am fascinated by your videos. Better than watching you now what!

[@PatB-vq2gw]

You've found your calling. Fine work both mechanically and with the camera. 5 stars. ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

[@rogerdumais7637]

I really enjoy your show you do great work and don't talk us to death you get right in there and do what has to be done

[@mrmullett1067]

Great video. I almost bought a 1963 (I think) 2 door a few years ago. I missed the sale by minutes and ended up taking a Jaguar Mk 1. I rebuilt the Jag, it was a lot bigger job than I needed at the time. I sure wish I'd got my hands on the Falcon. The Falcon was two tone and had two tone interior too. Strangely it was a left hand drive and this was in New Zealand where most cars are right hand drive, in essence it was a classic and rare for NZ. I love your presentation, keep up the good work. Thanks for sharing your time. Cheers from NZ

[@BBslider001]

The undercarriage needs 2 hours of pressure washing and 20 cans of Brake Kleen LOL. Nice work man! Good on ya saving these old relics.

[@BerlinUpper]

Always a pleasure to watch you. I would probably get the projects from the hundredth to the thousandth and would have painted the entire trunk straight away.

[@teleperformance1163]

I have falcon 61 2 doors Im from Guadalajara Mexico, was my father car for 40 years , thanks for sp much detail I can fix mi falcon, you have done great job so far , Saludos amigo

[@johnbrown-qj3iu]

Hay Simon totatly cool repair on ur 55 Chevy bad luck on the water leak hope it was only a freeze plug n not a cracked block u could alway,s dump a 283 or a 327 in the old girl with that three on the tree if it,s a over drive it would shit a git I rebuilt a 56 Belair n stuck a 327 hi po in it n beefed it up like your,s it was a three on the tree but I put it on the floor I called it the sleeper cause it had overdrive that was in 1969 I'm 73 now love watching u work bring,s back a lot of memories sorry for wearing ur ear out keep up the cool enjoyable film,s😊😊😊 be watchin

[@deanriley1284]

Interesting to see a video work without jibber jabba! Great work and good camera shots! Everything clear and concise 👍👍👍

[@SimonWallwork]

Very nice. I like how you do the repairs, but preserve the grime!

[@dadgarage7966]

Very satisfying. The hour goes by so quickly. I watch and pause to look on Rock Auto to see the parts available for whatever you're working on. Like me, you fix things like you'll be the "next guy."

[@RobertLeonard-u8k]

Just like my brother loved the old cars and hope heaven is full of them❤❤❤❤❤s❤❤

[@AlejandroRamonPatti1970]

Amigo no termine de ver el video y lloraba de emoción, aca en argentina los trajeron en los años 60 y quedan muy pocos de esos ... yo estoy buscando uno para repararlo, muy buen trabajo ... abrazo desde San Luis, Arg.

[@1963paul]

Another great video, nice to see spring has finally shown up, just like here in the UK. 🇬🇧 I'm driving my pickup tomorrow to a small place just outside Exeter, Devon, to pick up a replacement engine (FE 390), to replace my tired FE 360 in my '71 F250.

[@SimonFordman]

Very nice, I love the 390 FE’s.

[@darrenstafford7492]

Impressed with your ability to fabricate and rebuild!

[@unciclistaenbuenosaires8287]

Such a noble and reliable car. Here in Argentina they where produced till mid 90s with stethic changes mostly.

[@luizgonzaga2816]

concordo com o amigo que disse que video assim sem conversa e sem musica é o melhor , muito bom trabalho meus parabéns !!

[@edbenelli5374]

First car was a ‘62 Fairlane with a 170 and three-on-a-tree. Identical. Made all of these same repairs. Found out Ford stands for Fix Or Repair Daily. This video makes me somewhat nostalgic; would consider a falcon if it were a two-door or Ranchero.

[@gforcekaras]

You're a good friend. I hope there's more than beer money involved.

[@KristerRehn]

Ford really made that gastank easy accessable. Why didnt all manufacturers were so smart is one good quest.

[@doutordelmar]

Very good job , congratulações !!! God bless you Brasil

[@reformedmedia2705]

The Truck is not only a hauler, but used a welding table. Amazing!

[@Lucas.Lourenco]

Greetings from Brazil. It's a pleasure to watch your content fixing old School cars in a simple and pratical way. Your videos are great! Keep It up!

[@MRrwmac]

A solutly interesting, entertaining and educational. Had one like this in the late ‘60s. Other than me punching it all the time and overheating, it was a great car! Thanks for the great videos. I’m gonna go watch some more of yours!

[@PaodeCasa]

Very cool video! I really enjoy restoring machines and equipment at home! Hello from Brazil.

[@kevinasiar13]

que grande el falcon aca en argentina son muy amados esos autos por su fiabilidad, sos un groso

[@nachofernandezmalenotti3654]

Jajajaj que poco tardo en aparecer otro argentino

[@pablogatica581]

I love watching your videos...I learn from every detail...and I love the Ford Falcon. I send you a big hug from Argentina.

[@1977id]

I enjoy watching your channel! It’s great when in the age of everything digital and artificial they film such real things. The absence of music and comments gives space for thoughts. I like the speed of what is happening and the camera setup. Very beautiful shots of America nature make the video more vivid, especially if you have never been to this country. Interesting old cars and other devices. It’s cool that after fixing the car you can drive it (sometimes I watch the flexiny channel, but they only revive the car and take it for a short test drive, and then it’s not clear what they do with it). Good luck! I'm looking forward to new content) Thank you very much!

[@Hlebka]

Your content is relaxing. You gained a new fan from the 1986 repair video!

[@allanclark5925]

Your camera work is amazing. Great close ups and lighting.

[@mikeroberts5646]

I love every video this guy does,People can learn from him,this is I,m guessing my 4th video and hope for more

[@GrosBeaufPremier]

this intro....the great Simon Goodman ! Watching you from Nogaro (FRA), be my guest when you'll have fixed everything in US ! We have some european oldies here in French country to take care and some landscape to magnify too.

[@kirucha]

It's obvious that you love your work. It looks very aesthetic

[@aigoru8718]

Nice cat dude! They love some soft patting. The Falcon is cool too.

[@polydorusao8846]

I would love to see more on this Falcon. You are a patient man.

[@davegould3678]

Just great to watch. Your energy and skillset are impressive, contagious too. Since watching your videos, with amazing camera work too, I've been doing some spannering on my old Wolseley! First time in a while!! Thanks buddy.

[@SimonFordman]

Thanks for the support!

[@davegould3678]

@@SimonFordman I thoroughly enjoy.

[@tombob671]

Professional job on repairs and the camera work! 👏👏👏👏

[@eric_seguin]

Had a 1960 with a monster 144 cu. in. 6 cyl. That was in 1970. Good little car I heard. Joined the Marines in 1973 and never even drove that car. Got a 1964 p/u version in the 80s. Drove the hell out of it. Someone had put a Big Six in it and it smoked more than I did. lol

[@rogermcnooddle318]

To prevent the wire to spot in the contact tip don't over tight the roller, blow the liner with compress air before install a new spool and use some nozzle dip!😉

[@richardmarino5658]

Very nice work and properly done on a car that was able to be repaired not like the plastic cars they have today

[@duncanfrere2656]

Simon is the king of narrative cinematography! No need to 'sell' what we're watching with obnoxious voice-overs: "Now these radiator hoses just HAD to GO!!" Watch the classic Orson Welles film "The Third Man," with cinematography by Robert Krasker, for which he deservedly won the Oscar. There's a chase scene through the underground sewers of the city that is a landmark in cinematography and editing. Simon Fordman is our own Robert Krasker!

[@SimonFordman]

I’ll have to check it out. Thanks for enjoying!

[@cheftomsd]

A couple options on this car. The full wheel covers instead of hub caps. Probably $15, like what an extravagance. Also the backup lights. They were extra. Huge upgrade in room over the VW Beetle which Ford was competing against. But acceleration was leisurely and gas mileage of 24 mpg, not great by today's standards. You have to admire the simplicity of cars like this. Can't be a car today where changing heater hoses is this easy.

[@andrewgrace4410]

Amazing craftsmanship Simon and great editing, love the cat 🙀

[@rockhoundingeasternwashing5308]

Nothing is more fun than working on an old rusty exhaust system with stuck bolts that break off. It's one of the worst things to deal with. Much of the time, a stuck engine can be easier!

[@Vintageproduction]

I've watched all your videos, not enough. we need more.

[@ronmatthews4323]

I’m telling you, after seeing his vids, all other car vids pale in comparison. I find them boring. Keep up the great work

[@ptp79]

Hi Simon...Hello my friend. Love your videos.. Great content.. Quality production.... Love & Respect from Pakistan

[@toddjohnson5583]

Great work Simon.... I look forward to every video you make. THANK YOU!!!!!

[@thorerik678]

My first car, 1960 Falcon 4 door. While I had it I replaced everything over the years except for the tranny. Find one in a farmers field and make a deal. Had to send it down the road when my wife said she was fed up with using a screwdriver for a turn signal stalk and dogin' the seat springs poking up through the seat. Can't say I blame her

[@roadracer517]

I torque my lug nuts per spec. Very important with disc brakes for keeping the rotors straight. Take that radio out and see if you can get it working again. That would be cool.

[@bericwitt]

Well done Simon. Another cool fix!