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  1. #31
    Got the windshield in today.
    Got all the front trim on.

    Only thing i have left on the outside of the car is door locks and antenna base.

    I might be able to use parts from a spare lock to fix my broken lock.
    I have no idea where the antenna parts went.

    Speedo broke on my way home.. said i was doing 50 when i was doing 70.. i knew it felt faster. Oops.

    Get home and run out of gas. Then the car wont start because i ran it dry..

    Its been a long day..

    Heres more pictures.
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    Nathan and Jen Cooper
    63 Sprint Hardtop "Dollora"
    63 Super deluxe squire wagon "Mayble"
    * this spot is vacant for future project*

  2. #32

    Top windshield trim

    Quote Originally Posted by Nathan289 View Post
    Got the windshield in today.
    Hello, Nathan.

    How did you remove and re-install the top strip of windshield trim on the hardtop?

    After you removed the top corner pieces, did just pull the top strip off horizontally (left or right) and slide it on and off of the clips?

    Or do you lift it upward and then twist it forward to get it off the clips?

    Can you describe how you took that trim on and off?

    Thanks, Dennis.
    Dennis Pierson
    Tampa, FL
    "The Wonder Falcon"

    '63 Futura Hardtop (260, Ford-O-Matic, bench seat)

  3. #33
    Dennis,
    Lift and twist. Kinda like the drip rail trim down the side of the roof.

    Reinstall was catch front edge of trim in the clips and snap back in place, tapping with a rubber mallet.. then install the 2 end screws..

    Looked correct till i got home. I think it lifted off 2 of the clips..

    Get to take it apart and try again.
    Nathan and Jen Cooper
    63 Sprint Hardtop "Dollora"
    63 Super deluxe squire wagon "Mayble"
    * this spot is vacant for future project*

  4. #34
    Got the bumpers cleaned up and back on the car.

    Started cleaning interior.

    Hope to have it show ready by Saturday.

    Im in need of some parts..

    On the back of the door lock is a arm that connects to a rod that connects to the lock button.

    I need the arm from back of lock to the rod.. see picture below.
    And a million dollars.. otherwise im all set..
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    Nathan and Jen Cooper
    63 Sprint Hardtop "Dollora"
    63 Super deluxe squire wagon "Mayble"
    * this spot is vacant for future project*

  5. #35
    All back together. Except door locks.

    Washed, polished.. no wax...

    Oil changed, transmission flushed, gear oil checked and coolant topped off.

    Runs a little warm.. 200 degrees today 97* outside..
    Might need to order that radiator.

    Here's a few more pictures
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    Nathan and Jen Cooper
    63 Sprint Hardtop "Dollora"
    63 Super deluxe squire wagon "Mayble"
    * this spot is vacant for future project*

  6. #36

    Congratulations on finishing!

    Hello, Nathan.

    You did a gigantic amount of work in a very short span of time. The car is gorgeous. You are going to get a lot of compliments when people see it.

    1963 hardtop ad.jpg

    Dennis.
    Dennis Pierson
    Tampa, FL
    "The Wonder Falcon"

    '63 Futura Hardtop (260, Ford-O-Matic, bench seat)

  7. #37
    Went out to lunch yesterday after I washed her, some guy going the other direction got whip lash looking so hard he almost rear ended the car in front of him. I mean lock up the wheel hitting the brakes so hard while diving into the bicycle lane to avoid hitting the other car.

    First show is today, we'll see how she runs and does.
    She was running great until I ran out of fuel 100 feet from the gas station.. now she doesn't idle as well. I've must have sucked some crap into the carb.

    Nathan
    Nathan and Jen Cooper
    63 Sprint Hardtop "Dollora"
    63 Super deluxe squire wagon "Mayble"
    * this spot is vacant for future project*

  8. #38
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    Quote Originally Posted by ew1usnr View Post
    How did you remove and re-install the top strip of windshield trim on the hardtop?
    I couldn't get that piece off when I did my "3-week makeover" several years ago. To this day, there is still a piece of tape on it that I couldn't get off after I got it back from the paint shop!
    Gary MacDonald
    ROGER's...
    EX... '63 Hardtop
    Had...
    Scarebird front discs
    200 w/ CI alum head
    C4

  9. #39
    Well, mother nature decided today would be a good day to rain. All day.

    The car leaks, around my new windshield and gasket..

    Car got lots of attention.

    Bought seat belts, oval air cleaner, and peep mirrors for the falcon.
    Found some cool tri bar center caps.. they will look good on a 61 shasta trailer.

    Here is a picture from today not at the show.
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    Last edited by Nathan289; July 11th, 2015 at 03:56 PM.
    Nathan and Jen Cooper
    63 Sprint Hardtop "Dollora"
    63 Super deluxe squire wagon "Mayble"
    * this spot is vacant for future project*

  10. #40
    Wow! That really looks great Nathan (and Jen)! Can't wait to see it up close. Even looks good in the rain!

    Kenny Likins
    Ballard, Seattle, WA
    www.redfalken.com

    `62 Tudor Sedan (`69 200, C4, 8-inch 4-lug 2.79 rearend, Duraspark II, MSD, Weber 32/36 DGEV)

  11. #41
    Ok,

    What is everyone using for side view mirrors?
    I bought some 4" clamp on peeps. Wouldn't you know it they wont work with a hardtop.. no place to clamp them.

    So the wagon got some nice blingy mirrors.. cleanest part on the whole car..


    Next question wwhatnis normal operating temp for a 260ci bored. 040 over? It was 82 today and the thing would hover around 200* which is ok, but id prefer it running a little cooler..

    I'm thinking the radiator isnt flowing very well.
    Nathan and Jen Cooper
    63 Sprint Hardtop "Dollora"
    63 Super deluxe squire wagon "Mayble"
    * this spot is vacant for future project*

  12. #42
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    Ack! bodywork nightmare

    The thread title needs to be changed to "Absolutely Beautiful Falcon". Hope we get to see it soon in person.
    I can't help with the question about the temperature with a 260. My 347 used to run just a little hotter than hades before I put the four core radiator in. Now it stays at 180.
    Beautiful work. Larry
    Larry Smith
    1964 Futura
    347 stroker



  13. #43
    Larry,
    Before I rebuilt the 260 she'd get up near 220* on hot days..
    It had head gasket issues..

    I dont have the orginal radiator but im not sure how many core it is. I think its 3 core, but im sure its clogged and not working at 100%.

    Im looking into radiators as i type.
    Torn between brass copper or aluminum. Probably go with aluminum
    .
    Nathan and Jen Cooper
    63 Sprint Hardtop "Dollora"
    63 Super deluxe squire wagon "Mayble"
    * this spot is vacant for future project*

  14. #44

    What is it?

    Hello, Nathan.

    What is the white car that is parked to the right of (behind) yours?
    Nathan's Sprint.jpg

    The hood on it protrudes past its grill and it looks like it has hood scoops built into the leading edge. The fender ornaments and the wrap around windshield look great.

    And what is the big black sedan to the right in the photo?

    I'm partial to Falcons, but I love old cars in general. At car shows I go from car to car saying "Wow!" ... "Wow!" ... "Wow!"

    Thanks, Dennis.
    Last edited by ew1usnr; July 16th, 2015 at 04:01 PM.
    Dennis Pierson
    Tampa, FL
    "The Wonder Falcon"

    '63 Futura Hardtop (260, Ford-O-Matic, bench seat)

  15. #45
    Dennis,

    Pretty sure it was a 59 chevy might be a buick.
    Dont recall what the black car was.

    I hit the swap meet really hard, but it was difficult because of the rain. Had to cover it 3 times to make sure i saw everything.

    Walked over 10 miles searching for swap meet treasure.
    Nathan and Jen Cooper
    63 Sprint Hardtop "Dollora"
    63 Super deluxe squire wagon "Mayble"
    * this spot is vacant for future project*

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