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Topic: 64 Fairlane fiberglass parts.
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JoeD
Journeyman Posts: 50
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Registered: Feb 2003
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posted 03-05-2003 12:49 PM
  
Does anybody make fiberglass doors for the 64 Fairlane 2-door sedan?
I called Super Stang in New York, I was told they had them, but that was no help.
I went back-and-forth when I got the Fairlane about a month ago. Should I build a nice driver for my family or a fast car for myself? I'm gonna be selfish, for once, and build a fast car.
I already had my Mustang before I got married so that does not count.
I'm bigger than they are so I'll duct tape them into their aluminum buckets despite their protests.Joe
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Just Strokin
Gearhead Posts: 754
From: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Registered: Dec 2001
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posted 03-05-2003 12:54 PM
Criteshttp://www.critesrestoration.com/litening.htm Here are some pics of my 64 in progress.... http://community.webshots.com/user/larrgh http://groups.msn.com/64Fairlane BTW, AutoKrafters and others just resell Crites' products at a usually higher price... ------------------
Larry No fast Fords at this time but one fine cruising 96 F350 CC DRW Power Strokin diesel.
And one rusty 64 Fairlane nick-named the Rust Bucket....And sometimes called the Money Pit... The sounds of a brain dropping into gear.....
"Buzzzzzz.......Click"
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JoeD
Journeyman Posts: 50
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posted 03-05-2003 01:08 PM
Just Strokin,
I looked at your car. It ain't a "rust bucket" anymore.
You're doing just what I plan to do but I'm using a 351 block.
Crites is where I plan to get my hood and bumpers but they don't have doors as far as I know.
I need a new door, on the driver's side, and I just figured it might be worthwhile to look into fiberglass if I can find them.
Did you do the cage yourself? The car is going to be nice.Joe
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Just Strokin
Gearhead Posts: 754
From: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Registered: Dec 2001
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posted 03-05-2003 01:13 PM
Ok, AutoFrafters list a door in their catalog. I am not sure who makes them. I remember a post on a board that gave the name but can't remember who or where it was. Seems like th company is in NY state.The catch is, the doors are for an SC, so you would need to transfer the window frame from your door to the fiberglass door. BTW, thanks for the coments on my car, but if you looked at the pics, you will see that I have had to do a lot of metal replacement. Even the passenger side frame end strut mount. ------------------
Larry No fast Fords at this time but one fine cruising 96 F350 CC DRW Power Strokin diesel.
And one rusty 64 Fairlane nick-named the Rust Bucket....And sometimes called the Money Pit... The sounds of a brain dropping into gear.....
"Buzzzzzz.......Click" [This message has been edited by Just Strokin (edited 03-05-2003).]
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lawless
Gearhead Posts: 269
From: Richmond, VA
Registered: Aug 2000
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posted 03-05-2003 01:27 PM
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Originally posted by JoeD:
Should I build a nice driver for my family or a fast car for myself? I'm gonna be selfish, for once, and build a fast car.
I got more positive comments from my half-finished 64 fairlane than any other car I had at the track... 
Fast 64 fairlanes are just plain cool!!!  I can't wait until I'm in the position to get my next one... chris
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64 Fairlane Hard top
289 4-speed -- SOLD to a good home.
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JoeD
Journeyman Posts: 50
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Registered: Feb 2003
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posted 03-05-2003 01:44 PM
Lawless,There is something about the 64 that has always appealed to me. I remember when they were new and the muscle-car craze was just beginning. The car is subtle looking but looks serious when set-up right. I look at my 65 Fastback and it is so much smaller and sleeker than the Fairlane but the Fairlane has something about it that I like more.
There is a Fairlane site www.woodyg.com and there are some great looking cars in the owners pics section. There is one black 64 that is scary just from the picture.
Look at this, I don't know how to set-it-up so you can just click on this.
www.woodyg.com/fairlane/prevpics/jims64tbolt.jpg Joe
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JoeD
Journeyman Posts: 50
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Registered: Feb 2003
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posted 03-05-2003 01:47 PM
You learn something everyday. It automatically set it up so you just click on the address. Will wonders never cease?Joe
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Dad Vishus
Gearhead Posts: 483
From: Moscow, Iowa, USA
Registered: Dec 2001
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posted 03-05-2003 05:46 PM
http://www.usbody.com/WhereQualityComesFirst.htmHere is a link to US body. They have many parts for the 64 Fairlane, but no doors unfortunately. They do have some cool hoods! ------------------
63 Falcon 377 Cleveland stroker Flying Toilet alchohol injection. 6.19 @ 110 MPH 1/8 mile
2002 Ranger FX4 daily driver
2000 F350 PSD Crew cab dually - Like commuting in a B52!!
98 US Cargo Phantom II 28' [This message has been edited by Dad Vishus (edited 03-05-2003).]
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lawless
Gearhead Posts: 269
From: Richmond, VA
Registered: Aug 2000
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posted 03-05-2003 09:45 PM
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Originally posted by JoeD:
Lawless,
There is a Fairlane site www.woodyg.com and there are some great looking cars in the owners pics section.
Woody's site has been invaluable for 62-65 fairlane information for many years. It's one of the best resources on the web... besides here of course 
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TomP
Gearhead Posts: 4764
From: Delta BC Canada
Registered: Dec 99
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posted 03-06-2003 02:15 AM
I wouldn't use fiberglass doors unless you are very serious about trimming every last ounce. Make that roll cage chrome moly since a normal mild steel cage is over 100 lbs. The fiberglass doors are flimsy and prone to breaking, mounting the vent vings and window hardware can be a problem... a hassle when the weight savings is maybe 40lbs, not a very good tradeoff
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