Saving a 1963 Ford Falcon Sprint!

[@realmaindrianpace]

Very nice find. Rare, desirable car. Definitely a real '63.5 Sprint. Originally had bucket seats and console, the mounts for the console are still on the floor. The Futura said FUTURA on the back panel, the Sprint had the FALCON letters that this car still has. The hole in the middle top of the dash was where the factory Sprint tachometer was, too bad the glovebox door is missing because it had an emblem that also said Sprint, which is the hardest one to find. It still has the Sprint simulated wood grain steering wheel, the horn ring is available in reproduction, as are the Sprint and V8 fender emblems and the roof pillar Sprint emblem. The motor mounts were taken with the 260 and 3 speed, but all that stuff is available. The Sprint also came with a chrome air cleaner and valve covers, the '63 Falcon grilles are hard to find and expensive when you do. I don't know why this car was parted, it looks to have been a nice, complete, nearly rust free car that deserved better. I'm sure someone will restore it or turn it into a cool patina cruiser, it would be great either way. A red on red '63.5 Sprint hardtop is one of the most desirable Falcons of them all.

[@kimrider969]

My tach was stolen on Easter Sunday of 66. Really screwed it up. Broke the column shift of power shifting so I got a Hurst 3 speed. Ran like a champ. I bought a 69 Javelin SST 390 to replace it. 69000 miles on it and was restoring it but medical issues put an end to that. Just a joy to see the Sprint again because they were a little look into the coming future. BTW, cold air box cold hold 4 beers.

[@gmoney9588]

Maindrain Pace Nothing against the patina followers but this car is too good to keep in rust or artificially add rust for looks . It’s so solid looking and the finish so intact that it makes it that much easier to get it finished faster . It’s clear someone parted it out for cash since there is value in highly sough after rare parts such as the falcon sprint . I don’t remember the last time I even seen a falcon sprint in real time . Maybe back in the 70’s or 80’s or in a junkyard I worked in as a teen , maybe . I respected mustangs but I would have taken a shine to this car eyes wide open in a second . Sure , now that some one has its original parts , they’ll be looking for the person who decides to get it back together and look to make a good buck off of that person . That’s just how it always is . This sprints parts are probably long gone and the cash spent but now it comes down to passion and who’s got it to restore it to glory . Even if this car is partially restored and handed off to someone to finish , at least it gets saved .

[@realmaindrianpace]

@@gmoney9588 I agree with all of that. By patina, I didn't mean the fake rust rat rod variety, but rather cleaning up what is there, paint matching the new body parts to the original faded red finish - which would be the only fake part - to blend it in, and drive it around as a nice, intact car with a worn finish. Lots of cars out there like that. A new, nice paint job starts at about ten grand these days unless you can do it yourself, and although this car warrants that and then some, not everyone has that kind of cash sitting around; so patina is an affordable way of driving a cool classic car. I've been involved with Falcons and Comets since the early '80s, and when I look at this car, I see an easy project that I actually have most of the parts for, and I'm not the only one out there with a Falcon parts stash.

[@realmaindrianpace]

@@kimrider969 Bummer. Tach theft was a big thing in the '60s, even though the Sprint tach, manufactured by Faria, wasn't the most accurate one out there. The ignition wire that powers up the coil runs up through the tach, then out to the coil, which is how the tach gets it's signal, and so when the tach is ripped off, that circuit is open and the car won't start. I'm sure you found that out right then. Thieves are the lowest form of the species.

[@kimrider969]

@@realmaindrianpace 👍🏻

[@leepatton1180]

Definitely a good car to save hope it makes it back on the road someday

[@The58stupot]

Well done for saving her young man. Cool sense of humour you got there too 👍

[@thinkingofyouto1]

This is a good video definitely like seeing old junk getting saved versus going to the scrap yard

[@stephenzwemer2905]

That sprint is a real score. Congratulations Very collectible

[@martinc591]

The recovery missions are the most fun to watch!

[@coupestanger90]

Nice find! I have a 63 futura convertible, was a 170 I6 car that I swapped to a 302/c4 auto. The sprints all came with 260 v8 w2bbl carb, bucket seats and consoles. U can see the console mount tabs on the floor. They were all 2dr hard tops or convertibles. 63.5 was the first year of a factory v8 in a falcon, and all the steering and front end components are unique to a 63.5. 64/65 falcons are the same, and will swap over but nothing interchanges between the years. Also, the sprint option was availible upto 1965, and im pretty sure all sprints had a dash mounted tach. The glovebox door moulding should also say sprint. This is a great car for someone to restore being it looks to be an original sprint. Id love to have it but to far away and too many other projects. Good luck with it and hopefully whoever gets it restores it.

[@TheJohndeere212]

I love seeing the old trucks on the video. I happened to have an old truck and I love driving it

[@blaircrocker9845]

Love to see a recovery mission cool to see it pulled out of the bush.

[@TheDirtCatBrothers]

I’m not much into smaller cars like Falcon’s but that’s a nice save! Just slap a 302 with a 4 speed down into it would be more than enough engine to make it fly down the road!

[@JazzStrat781]

Great video, love seeing this car get saved! Best to you and yours, love your channel

[@nicolasstanley1392]

Great production quality too my man. Keep ‘em coming afore the snow starts aflyin’ up there!

[@galaxieman1964]

You remind me of myself 40 years ago. Well, including all the time until now. :)

[@robertblakley7206]

Gotta save the good stuff! 👍

[@billygriffin9817]

Nice Keep dragging them home and we will keep watching

[@tomp3981]

Put a 302 in it and a 4 speed and that's a going to town rig the there. Usually there nothing but a rust stain on the ground.

[@rustyramblings5807]

I know a guy that has a really nice 63 1/2 Sprint.He has had it at least 40 plus years.Burgundy with a black interior.260 V-8 and manual trans

[@IcamanSogge]

Liked it hopefully someone can restore it. Thanks fer sharing

[@13garage._]

you are the coolest car chanel. i dig your style.

[@bashfullbuzzard]

yes love to see more of it and what other goodies are hide in the woods

[@kurtmccarthy6733]

Totally enjoyable my good friend Maaan !! I’ll have to go back and catch up now. You were stagnant for a long while there. Good to see ya back. !!

[@RustyIronProjectsRIP]

Nice to see you save it, definitely make some one a good project.

[@staglione79]

Those little old falcons are so cool. That one looks pretty decent too. Cool video brother keep up the good work!!!

[@Fatamus]

I happen to have a 63½ 260 V8 FALCON SPRINT MOTOR Shalby manifold ... slight cam... 0.30 over... Cloggs triple timing chain... never been fired.... 69 289 close chambered heads. Chrome Sprint valve covers too. Tranny has a 5 bolt pattern (for the slushbox 2 speed automatic) and will not fit the three speed C4 pattern without a conversion.

[@charlesgraham9954]

my grandfather had a 63 he let my mom drive back in the early to med 70s. dad wasnt around and mom needed a car. it was a red four-door 3 on the tree straight six. i remember my mother putting me on her lap when i was 4 years old and telling me to listen to rev of the engine so i could shift, so here i am driving on my moms lap shifting up into 2nd then down to 3rd. no matter if we was fully stopped. she always made alil grinding noise going into 1st. alot different back in 73-74. thanks for the vid and the memories ur red 63 brought back.

[@chrisretired5379]

Love hearing all the Ford FE engines clucking away 👍💝

[@davidgreen4690]

Very nice Ford still very solid will be great to see this one restored

[@freemarketjoe9869]

Love that faded red paint. Keep it. Put it all back together stock and she will be glorious. Don't lose that faded red patina.

[@thomasbailey8306]

Nice car. That would definitely be one too save. Good Find Bud...Great Video...

[@petervogwill6499]

The flashy sets , multitudes of fine camera angles , fulsome soundtrack and tuned choir , plus generous sponsor support and tidy package of special effects -- all in all a masterpiece , presenting the gist of rural bliss....!

[@bmacd2112]

Nice to see one of those old Falcons so straight and mostly rust free! I heard they did have a 260cid option but I've never seen one. Most had either the 144 or 170cid inline 6-cyl with a 3 on the tree.

[@johnnieours2111]

5 lug wheels, v8 for sure, 6 cylinders had 4 lug wheels, nice find.

[@gmoney9588]

@@johnnieours2111 That is correct . I don’t know fords so well since I’ve been a GM guy for most of my car life ( have owned and driven ford and Plymouth ) but six cylinder mustangs for example had 4 lug 7 1/4” IIRC rears and 4 lug drums up front like all ford economy card did in the 60’s and 70’s . This sprint was ordered to V8 as it is unlikely that a sort edition was available in quantity in show rooms back in the day . The RPO tag is gone so vin search decode would tell . But still , this car has got to live again . It just looks too young to die .

[@bigbubba6032]

I bought a white 63 1/2 Falcon, 260 4spd, bench seat in 66, traded it for an XKE....I found my present turquise Futura 260, 4 spd, buckets in 1981.

[@arthurhammond1810]

Nice video. When I lived on Adak I bought a 64 Fairlane for $50. The doors were sprung and it wasn’t running. I found replacement hindges at the junkyard from a galaxy, which fit perfectly, and got it running. My biggest regret was not having it shipped back to Maine. Instead I sold it for $600 and I expect it is still at Adak

[@JorgeRodriguez-ei2gi]

Outstanding Mr Alaska great proyect & both Ford pickup Aldo thanks Jeep sharing,suscribe & Say hello Joe.

[@steventaylor7440]

I have a 65 Mustang and it’s crazy how similar it is to the Falcon. Ford didn’t change much when they created the Mustang.

[@thomassmith9243]

The 64.5 mustang was essentially a Re- Skinned 63.5 Sprint..

[@iamrichrocker]

just finished getting caught up with AlaskaTrucker..what a collection of our favorite trucks..and the the beauty of Alaska in Fall was captured...i aadmire you guys saving these old relics..they deserve another day ..great video..thx..

[@dentoncustoms]

Neat sprint. 260 3 speed and power steering. Hot little rig back in the derds.

[@andysaunders3708]

Excellent score!

[@roypearce6968]

Yes it was very enjoy it. And you have some good old tools. Maybe someone we save this old girl.👍👍

[@joelbush1329]

Glad you saved another classic.

[@taylormach1699]

Real good project Falcon Sprint, with a 351 Windsor 4 - speed or FMX 410 REAR. I forgot it's not mine. Great save.

[@timhanson2080]

That's not too bad. I had a 62 Falcon. It would make a nice gasser.

[@waynegouin939]

Hi Alaskan. The white Ford behind the sprint might have a 351 Windsor engine. It will fit a n the sprint. You should get that car and all the Ford stuff. Keep it.

[@kermitwardell3345]

I rode in a 64 Sprint Futura with a hipo 260 and a 4 speed he pulled to eight grand in the first three gears and ran out of high way in forth gear I loved that car.

[@markhoffman9674]

Great to see you save that 63 ford Falcon! You going to get that mid 70's ford 2dr @ same property! Keep up the great work! Take care.

[@tjeffjenkins6226]

NICE save!

[@raytravis4097]

G,day mate l just love your channel ,how you do stuff is great ,yes make more of old cars, trucks at that block, My Uncle had a Aussie Ford just like that they were cool cars l hope you are on the mend , keep safe cheers ,,,....

[@brianmeattey4151]

Good old Ford truck fired right u ..nice .got to love it

[@sidetrackmetalworks2058]

Those falcons are cool cars!

[@jimpatnode4445]

Good save!!

[@coleyounger6872]

like the falcoon. would make a nice going to town rig.

[@NastyCustoms5150]

Two thumbs up here! Nothing better than the ill advised adventure to get more treasures, and before it’s all said and done I’ll have to put a boom truck together. You’ve basically got me convinced that life would be better all around with one lol. Keep doing your thing man looking forward to seeing more shenanigans.

[@sweettony9359]

Hey, that was fun to watch. I got to say that this was the first time ive seen THAT. Put an engine/trannie in that sucker and stock car it down them dirt roads like the Sheriff was on your tail. Cheers from maine!

[@Fatamus]

I also have two tail lights and chrome that will fit that falcon because they came off my 63 even though they are out of a 67-69 Galaxy 500. I like them because the backup lights are in the center. Yes for sale.

[@HansFormerlyTraffer]

Now you need a 427FE and a 4 speed for that thing.

[@johnsecord9697]

Great find! Find another 63 Falcon and go for it!

[@rickburris6164]

Great video. I love the old car. My dad is an old (93 now) Ford man and had a 1960 Comet.

[@gmoney9588]

In your backyard , it can be said “ where there’s a will , there’s a way “ because you have the means . That’s how stuff gets done 👍

[@oriongrandjean5255]

Love your videos

[@mickburns5546]

What a find. I’ve always loved those old girls. Really hard to find em in Australia now. Even a four door is gunna cost a fortune these days. Keep up the good work

[@marks.c4753]

Yeah two doors and they would drop a 302 in them. They would scoot.

[@garycorbin2789]

Keeping with the original theme is drop in a Barra and drive train , from a Ba Falcon

[@born2soon]

The 63 is a one of a kind Falcon, I was told. The parts are not interchangeable from other model years. I would love to have a 64 Falcon wagon with a ranchero bed on it. A ranchero quad cab.

[@dennisolsen4507]

Great video.

[@Oyvind88]

Great one😎

[@Goomer]

I love Falcons

[@w.w.2restorations.vehicles698]

Nice video. I love rescue missions, they always seem to go well...

[@cropdusterpilot1937]

If you were not so far away I would love to have the Falcon :) And Greenie too :) I could see me driving all the way from Alaska to Yorktown, Va in that truck towing the Falcon :) What an adventure that would be. Keep us posted on what happens to the Falcon. Good luck up in the Frozen North. pilotcropduster.

[@leroycaudill96]

These cars were and still are popular and rare i owned one and my brother inlaw owned one both 4 speeds would love to find another the 260 and 289 were tank's. just hard to tear up.

[@marygarner5249]

Just love it saving OLD IRON 😁👍👍👍👍👍

[@oldamericaniron5767]

I think this is the first vehicle I heard you talk about the lines being straight and not wanting to bend the hood. I’m a Chevy man but I would have saved it to.

[@daviddamico4288]

Nice score

[@lonnyjaw]

Hey Brother! Wow, you are truly blessed to find all this cool stuff in almost like your back yard. Even your KZbin name works with you! That Falcon is so cool to even be a 2 door at that, what a cool find and hang on to it as long as you can and enjoy!

[@mnm2007]

When I was a kid in 70’s - 80’s everyone laughed at this car it was like the bottom of the barrel lol

[@johnsmart3587]

Marvelous, great find, thanks so much!

[@ndeep45]

Well I guess if I was filled with ambition and youth I'd be out wrestling with old Iron like you too! I'm glad that someone cares for that old car. Good job..

[@rayeddy528]

Great stuff !! Thank you !!! Be safe and God bless you and yours !!!!! Eddy

[@rickkoncler126]

Love the falcon

[@tomlee7966]

nice find buddy

[@livinglikarockstar]

Good stuff, thanks for sharing!

[@davidn8759]

Looks original, first thing I look for is the battery box , V8 falcons had recessed battery boxes , whereas the 6 cylinders had straight inner panels . Need spare parts or advice , join the falcon club of America , tons of help for you too.

[@robertwells6454]

That was a professional tow job. 🤟😜

[@solomonlynn7456]

Hello KZbin, I want to flag and report.... Oh wait.... he said "tow job?" .... I guess a guys gotta tip for either, but disregard complaint.

[@robertwells6454]

@@solomonlynn7456 😂🤣😂👍

[@kennymartin379]

Nice truck

[@jimbos3421]

I hear about it from the wife when I bring home another Lionel train car, you are a lucky man!

[@billbly1691]

Love your channel great job always enjoy your adventures

[@fuzzwack1]

I bet the old boom truck enjoyed its day out!

[@Z_732]

Pretty cool!

[@daverichmond2846]

Wonder if there are parts for it back on the property where you got it from? Engine and gearbox would be good.

[@xmo552]

Is there a walk around video on the green Ford boom truck?

[@kimrider969]

Sweet ride. Had on when I went to Nam,black with yellow rims. $850 for it in 1966. Wish I still had it.

[@DarkFlamage]

Yeah most of those around my part of the country had the tiny 6 cylinders in them.

[@gerrywood3584]

Sweet car ❤️

[@jdjeep46]

Good job!

[@jedwoods383]

Good video keep up the good work

[@mecanicman66]

I had to subs to you bleu and the wrecker are my favourite kind of truck

[@OlysGarage]

Cool Find! '63 hardtops are sought after! That silver mid-70s Ford LTD, Torino, or whatever that was near the Falcon, may have a 302 and transmission in it that would work in it.

[@michaelnault5905]

Smooth recovery.

[@oliverpetroski4205]

Its got nice solid body. It definetly worths saving it.

[@markaburks]

Build it brother...just build it!

[@robertironside3166]

This car is worth your effort bud. Pull a V-8 out of one of the Trucks you dig up next... prep the shock towers, wheel wells and firewall and build yourself a wife getter :-)) Because a Falcon with a Rake and a motor to match.... sooooo much potential bud! Definitely a summer car :-)) A worthy winter project to sink your teeth into :-)

[@xozindustries7451]

Unbelievable, I’m going to Alaska for my next project car. That would be an easy build for the channel, just throw a 302 from an explorer and a T5 trans

[@richardunicorn7879]

How about that silver car that was at the property? I think it may have been a Thunderbird, but I didn't get a great look at it. Will you be salvaging that one as well??

[@sourdoughspeedandtrim6843]

YO! I’m in AK and I noticed you had a bunch of military trucks. I’m hunting for a GMC 302 inline six...