1963 ford galaxy 500 fastback
 

After reading about the jr stockers of the past, I have been looking for a early 60's ford. I found a 1963 ford galaxy 500 fastback. I would like to replicate one of the great stockers of the past only using if possible technology of that period. Doe any one have some pics of one of these cars on stocker form? I will be also asking many questions in the future about the setups of that period.

Thanks

Re: 1963 ford galaxy 500 fastback
 

David-go here: http://www.network54.com/Forum/74182/ a couple of the guys over there still have thier original early 60s stock/ss cars!

Re: 1963 ford galaxy 500 fastback
 

Here's a new dyno test of a Capt. CJ 352 stocker motor destined for a '64 Galaxie:

http://fepower.net/simplemachinesfor...hp?topic=725.0

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:cool: Some good info is in the book Factory Lightweights by Charles Morris. Also, several pictures of the cars, including Dick Brannans #823 and #824 cars. This book deals with the factory lightweights, but should help with info and stance of the cars and such. I am sure there are other books, but this should help. The book , i believe, is still available through Amazon or Barnes and Noble.

Re: 1963 ford galaxy 500 fastback
 

A 64 Galaxie would be pretty versatile for a modern Stocker. The 352, 390, 427 in single or dual carb versions and the mighty 427 Hi Riser are all allowed. The HR is the same combo Tom Nolan and Tibor Kadar are using just in a heavier car. It should work.

Re: 1963 ford galaxy 500 fastback
 

My goal is not to build a modern day stocker. I want to build a jr stocker of the past. The stockers of today remind me ore of the SS of the past.

I would like to build something like this

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/a...9&d=1250462623

Re: 1963 ford galaxy 500 fastback
 

There's a local racer with a 63 500 fastback that runs the 390/4speed deal and runs well. 390 with dished pistons and flattop carb is rated at 280 HP now.

Re: 1963 ford galaxy 500 fastback
 

If you can find a specific car that is most meaningful to you, you may be able to contact the racer/owner and get information, scrapbooks, etc. to help with an authentic re-creation.

Re: 1963 ford galaxy 500 fastback
 

You might get in touch with R.J. Sledge. rj4004@yahoo.com He seems to have a handle on making Fairlanes with FE engines run well. I think his blood is Ford Blue, too... :~)

Re: 1963 ford galaxy 500 fastback
 

Here's one of the Butch Leal & Mickey Thompson '63 Ford Galaxie...

http://www.butchleal.com/photos/63_GalaxyMT2.jpg

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Lots of engines available in 63...

http://www.theclassicford.com/1963_Ford_Engines.htm

Remember a 63 fastback with a 289 a kid had "back in the day".

You don't have to build an FE to have FUN.

Re: 1963 ford galaxy 500 fastback
 

well the body that was said to be in great shape turned out to be a rusting hulk that should have been crushed years ago. There was not a straight panel or aea without rust.

Re: 1963 ford galaxy 500 fastback
 

Well that sucks. Maybe Jr. Stock can make a comeback based on an uprising from ClassRacer.com

http://www.saac-mcr.com/dr/05.jpg

Re: 1963 ford galaxy 500 fastback
 

I seen a rust free '63 Ford Galaxie sitting in a field in California that was for sale for $2000...pm me if you are interested.



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Re: 1963 ford galaxy 500 fastback
 

TO keep it really Junior Stock ..

Run it as a Pure Stocker with their Cam Rules.

That way you do not have to install a Rool Bar and use Pump Gas.

Just like in those days ..

D

Re: 1963 ford galaxy 500 fastback
 

Only combo I see worth a crap (besides the big buck solid lifter engines) is the 390/300/280.
Not a lot of cam or carb, but plenty of compression..
L/Stock (stick) ..of course

Re: 1963 ford galaxy 500 fastback
 

Build it with a big FE and go Nostalgia Super Stock, there's already a number of them racing in the NMCA and NSS.

Love those big old Fords!

JimR Mopar racer!

Re: 1963 ford galaxy 500 fastback
 

Like this one...

http://www.holley.com/data/VirtualSh...!12H40M17S.jpg

Re: 1963 ford galaxy 500 fastback
 

Exaclly but with a 390

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Nice one at Hagerstown at Mike Carr's race L/S 390 cu.in. weighed in about 3900lbs!!!

Re: 1963 ford galaxy 500 fastback
 

Probably better off running K/S @ 3810...That's enough weight!