Parked in the Woods 38 Years Ago! Can we get this Falcon Wagon Moving Again!

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  • Опубликовано: 17 дек 2024

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  • @Daermos
    @Daermos Год назад +129

    Love the old wagons! They have so much character, unlike all the plastic we have now.

    • @BudgetBuildz
      @BudgetBuildz  Год назад +12

      I agree! 😁

    • @clevelandmaker386
      @clevelandmaker386 Год назад +10

      @@BudgetBuildz you should call her praline....cuz ...she was full of nuts
      and of course...as usual.... you have to say it....
      DEEZ NUTS!!!!!!
      HA.....
      GOT EM!!!

    • @SHO1989
      @SHO1989 Год назад +8

      I totally agree. I really like that old falcon wagon. I'd fix and arrest the rust holes and patch up the floor and then clear coat the paint and patina. The perfect anti SUV.

    • @hairycat6095
      @hairycat6095 Год назад +3

      oh yeah, steel dash , no seat belts. back in the day i had a 64 falcon and 2 - 63 comets, i really wish i had them now. i paid $35 for the falcon$75 for one comet $50 for the other . gas was about 25 cents a gallon and i made $1.25 an hour at the golden arches. those were the days.

    • @alan6832
      @alan6832 Год назад +1

      @@BudgetBuildz I like aluminum radiators though on RWD cars because their light weight helps traction and rwd cars need every bit of traction they can get. Rear battery helps too, but if there is no place in the wagon, then try combining a very small battery with a supercapacitor. Just being a wagon helps traction too, which is part of the reason I prefer wagons.

  • @gregdrmax
    @gregdrmax 5 месяцев назад +7

    Father and son. I hope you both know how blessed you are to have each other ❤

  • @richardcline1337
    @richardcline1337 Год назад +39

    That's the first time that Falcon has seen any kind of love in over 38 years. That model series of the Falcon has always been my favorite.

  • @phillipgardner5836
    @phillipgardner5836 Год назад +23

    Michael yalls channel is our favorite to watch, thanks for the continued wholesome content

    • @BudgetBuildz
      @BudgetBuildz  Год назад +4

      Really glad you’re enjoying!!! ☺️☺️

    • @carlbernard4197
      @carlbernard4197 Год назад

      ​@@BudgetBuildzHow much for the white diesel Rabbit? 😊

  • @coalheatefm1157
    @coalheatefm1157 Год назад +16

    They came from the factory with a double action fuel pump that had a vacuum booster for the wipers. The vacuum line you pointed out connects to the vacuum booster. The pump you installed with the filter on top was used on 1963 and later models. Thanks for saving that wagon, it has a lot of potential!

    • @pete79602
      @pete79602 Год назад +2

      My amc had a fuel pump like that too

    • @roc4sure
      @roc4sure Год назад

      Thought he was your brotherhood those wagons are coolwhat state are you in roc

  • @brianandrews7099
    @brianandrews7099 Год назад +2

    I’d just have to do the bodywork, strip off the rust, and paint it. Personally, I don’t even mind a little fiberglass and bondo body repair to bring something like this back to shine ‘on the cheap’. Others may object to it but I understand that not all cars are worth professional, show car level restorations; rather trying to make something look the best you can with the focus being on the grunt work, not the money and looking good while driving the fun out of it!

  • @79tazman
    @79tazman Год назад +2

    That old Falcon Wagon is cool stuff don't let Sleeper Dude see that thing or he will want it for his collection but that's a cool old car you found there. I'm not a Ford guy but I like the old Falcons

  • @rogergonsoulin9675
    @rogergonsoulin9675 Год назад +2

    I’d like to see you guys restore that original aft market A/C!!!

  • @DanielCurti
    @DanielCurti 9 месяцев назад +3

    He have character, I love it and I love the fact you give her back to life. That's great !

  • @_david_024
    @_david_024 Год назад +14

    Just what i needed to cheer my day. Love from Portugal 🇵🇹😉

  • @duncan5mcleod
    @duncan5mcleod Год назад +2

    0:15 ohhh, a nice and rare french car : renault 4cv in the background ! 🥰

  • @JoE_Songs
    @JoE_Songs Год назад +8

    28:44 exactly. the way it sat there in the woods, overgrown and left behind, it's absolutely awesome how you guys massage them back into life. Gives me so much satisfaction. looking forward to a further roadstoration and interior fix-up. saving the world and one car at a time. love you guys. keep 'em coming.

  • @QuantumTime-pc9ts
    @QuantumTime-pc9ts Год назад +6

    Some of these old cars just don’t want to perish, may this 1961 Ford Falcon Wagon live on forever, she is a sweet old girl.

  • @stevejohnstonbaugh9171
    @stevejohnstonbaugh9171 Год назад +4

    That little fella sure has all the bells and whistles you could put on a 1960 Ford Falcon. Love the rooftop chrome luggage carrier. Very chic chic 😊

  • @kittywolf1903
    @kittywolf1903 4 месяца назад +2

    I could binge watch this. Can't wait to see what they do with it next

  • @donaldcecil9598
    @donaldcecil9598 5 месяцев назад +3

    I think the old wagon is a keeper. The patina is great

    • @donaldcecil9598
      @donaldcecil9598 5 месяцев назад

      My wife and I dated in a rusty 2-door 62 falcon. The wipers didn't work until you hit the gas.Awesome.

  • @Mr1965impala
    @Mr1965impala Год назад +7

    Another classic saved from the crusher, well done!

  • @robertlacob8831
    @robertlacob8831 Год назад +2

    I had a 1961 Falcon Coupe with buckets and a console when I left Hawaii in 77. Shipped to Ga and drove until selling to another GI. Had a 144 engine with 3-speed on the tree. Changed valve cover with later model and installed PCV system to help breathe and run cleaner.

  • @bobroediger6121
    @bobroediger6121 Год назад +7

    You and your dad have a great channel. Always enjoy watching your projects come to life! Great to see all of the vehicles you are giving a second life. Love the Ford falcons. You won’t have any problem selling it if you choose to sell.

  • @danadribnenki8774
    @danadribnenki8774 Год назад +2

    Got to tell my 19 yo son that when I was growing up we had one of these my middle sister drove to school and she painted the car navy blue, the roof white and the wheels red, with a paintbrush! In was one 1976 so she called it the spirit of ‘76 as well as painted that name in red underneath the drivers side windshield wiper! Those were some awesome times in my life! My older sister had the little sedan of the same year, 61 ish and I’ve still got a warbuncle on my forehead where I flew into the metal dash as my teenage sister went roaring across one of our southern Montana cow pastures and hit a washout! Wow, those were the days. That little car was the same green color of your wheels.😂

  • @donsmith8614
    @donsmith8614 Год назад +1

    Growing up a Ford guy, i love that wagon, brakes muffler & tape up the headliner & you'd have a decent grocery getter. Love the that crazy rabbit & the gmc motor home.

  • @SummerOf1970
    @SummerOf1970 Год назад +2

    I had a 64 falcon station wagon with the power rear window. Great car to work on. So simple and efficient. Nowadays everything is plastic & Cheaply made. Thanks for the video!

  • @jonathanbowles2577
    @jonathanbowles2577 Год назад +1

    A very Good Morning to You and your Father. This project has been a really Good watch of yours and your Fathers Incredible Restoration Skill, Ability, Care, Mechanical Knowledge. What a very Gorgeous American Classic this vehicle is. She really does Deserve a Full Restoration, the works done to this Beautiful and Full of History of who ever originally owned her many years ago. This is a rare Falcon Wagon. Strip her down completely, check all of the metal sub frame, and just begin again and replace any rusted through metal work. Like you did on your Beautiful Porsche that i remember following you and your Father Episode by Episode. Loved every single stage that You both created that Gorgeous and very Stunning Porsche 911 Classic Sports car. You both should do the same project with this Beautiful, Rare American Classic Falcon Wagon. Make this one, Your Best Restoration my Friend.

  • @medfordJimmy
    @medfordJimmy 10 месяцев назад +1

    I would drive that the rest of my life. New engine, trans and understuff. Keep the patina and fix the floor. I got excited when you got it running again. Love that old stuff.

  • @dawitkassa3131
    @dawitkassa3131 Год назад +1

    Wagon's with roof luggage rack,❤❤❤. This falcon deserves more love. Thank you!

  • @markkeller1778
    @markkeller1778 Год назад +5

    I love your channel! I watch your content before Vice Grip Garage, and Junkyard Digs. Thanks for your hard work.

  • @Rasputin-p4e
    @Rasputin-p4e Год назад +3

    I've been following you many years now. along with Dylan (Mcool). Both of you are " the gentlemen" in restorations. Greetings from Christmas Island.

  • @phillipholmes4466
    @phillipholmes4466 Год назад +3

    I remember this car, my dad had one. The driving technique on this car goes back to the 30's. The falcon wagon wouldn't start one day and was towed in . 0 compression.

  • @TheIronDuke502
    @TheIronDuke502 Год назад +5

    Seeing the old Falcons takes me back so many years.
    Earlier this evening, I was on Facebook and discovered that there’s a group devoted to the Firebird that was used on the Rockford Files. I noticed your Firebird as you were driving your Falcon around and was reminded of seeing the group on Facebook this evening.

  • @michaelbrinkley9323
    @michaelbrinkley9323 Год назад +6

    I love the Falcon. And how close you and your father are.

    • @BudgetBuildz
      @BudgetBuildz  Год назад +3

      Glad you do! Thank you, I’m really glad we get to work together 😊😊

    • @michaelbrinkley9323
      @michaelbrinkley9323 Год назад +3

      @@BudgetBuildz. I'm looking forward to the next episode.

    • @dennisholst4322
      @dennisholst4322 Год назад

      Maybe a metal flake paint job is around the corner

  • @markrobinson912
    @markrobinson912 Год назад +4

    Great video … old cars are much easier to work on than the ones they make nowadays.

  • @donsmith7722
    @donsmith7722 8 месяцев назад +2

    Enjoyed this video a lot. Old Fords never die.

  • @MrOnemanop
    @MrOnemanop Год назад +1

    I love watching all the problem solving ingenuity!

  • @randyriggs5463
    @randyriggs5463 Год назад +1

    I would love to see more videos on this old car. They don't make station wagons anymore like that. Please restore it and keep it running. Sure does beat these newer cars.

  • @jordangochnour7356
    @jordangochnour7356 Год назад +8

    You guys are amazing. Y’all make simpletons like me get out and work on stuff just for the love of it.

  • @jamessasser2537
    @jamessasser2537 Год назад +1

    Rebuilt one of these back in the 70's. Put in a 4 speed and drove it across Texas.

  • @davidbates247
    @davidbates247 Год назад +1

    Great to see the smile on your dad's face 😊😊😊😊

  • @bobcooke6346
    @bobcooke6346 Год назад +2

    Nice job Michael and dad, I was just thinking, a nice little feature would be a perspex panel in the footwell, and keep the view of the road passing by beneath your feet 👍🤔😆

  • @softfx665
    @softfx665 Год назад +1

    Your dad is so hard working you so lucky man to have him

    • @carlbernard4197
      @carlbernard4197 Год назад

      Hey at least these two are getting rewarded for hard work. Is some of us who worked hard and got the crapp end of the stick 😮

  • @mikerowley464
    @mikerowley464 Год назад +1

    I had a '63 falcon wagon with the 2 speed slopamatic when I was in High School. Loved the car. It was a gutless wonder tho.

  • @clydestotts4641
    @clydestotts4641 9 месяцев назад +1

    Love the restoration

  • @Laura_6262
    @Laura_6262 Год назад +1

    I love this one! Gotta fix the old wagons!

  • @conarc-d1037
    @conarc-d1037 Год назад +5

    Pretty cool! Im really liking the GMC motor home progress and those diesel VWs you guys work on. They're just so cool!! Keep em' coming fellas.

  • @orlandojohnson5671
    @orlandojohnson5671 Год назад +3

    Your starting to look like your dad with the mustache. Looking good, i do appreciate all the repairs you guys do, keep up the great work. Just waiting on another update for the RV. I had a 28 footer that i did all my own repairs including the refrigerator.

  • @t.vanoosterhout233
    @t.vanoosterhout233 Год назад +1

    Yes I did enjoy this rescue mission.... just love your optimism calling it (*) "patina! (* sometimes, in less refined circles, referred to as [dare I use that vulgar term] "rust").

  • @acbusinesscontinuity327
    @acbusinesscontinuity327 Год назад +1

    Really enjoying this build - bringing a simple low value car back to life is no less interesting than something sophisticated and valuable. Also loving the RV build!!

  • @daviddamico4288
    @daviddamico4288 Год назад +1

    Glad you got it running,

  • @kmay0117
    @kmay0117 Год назад

    Reminds me of my childhood. My dad drove a Ford Ranchero with 3 tree manual transmission til he passed in 03. Brother in high-school 80s early 90s drove a Ford falcon. Thanks for memory lane

  • @michelmendoza1769
    @michelmendoza1769 Год назад +1

    How about a new muffler and a brake job? Clean out the gas tank which I am fairly certain a home for new and interesting varieties of rust

  • @Mr-ut7nj
    @Mr-ut7nj Год назад +1

    That sound!! I love it. Please keep it up a dont change!

  • @TheSleepingonit
    @TheSleepingonit Год назад +3

    I got kind of the same feeling when my truck ran for the first time since January when a towing company broke my steering column

  • @TheWorldOfAnders
    @TheWorldOfAnders Год назад +4

    Yes a new video 😀 I love when i see a notfication from Budget Buildz 👍

  • @kennethsonier1766
    @kennethsonier1766 Год назад +7

    It's always great to see you guys bring forgotten cars back to life. Keep up the great work and the awesome content 👍✌️🇺🇲

  • @MarcBaldelli
    @MarcBaldelli Год назад +1

    Definitely like seeing old cars like this being revived

  • @georgiaguy4114
    @georgiaguy4114 Год назад

    My mother had a 1963 Ford Falcon station wagon. Ours was blue and did not have A/C.
    Before that, she had a 54 Buick. After this little ford she got a 67 buick

  • @travel_with_my_bike
    @travel_with_my_bike Год назад +2

    Love it!

  • @tomlin7863
    @tomlin7863 Год назад

    I am old enough to have driven one, it was 13years old when I drove it., that was in 74, it was my brothers car, I liked the old Falcons, they were dependable and inexspencive to keep up and run.

  • @vedek2012
    @vedek2012 8 месяцев назад +2

    It would be nice to take that wagon (fully restored of course) to Yellowstone on Vacation!

  • @timbre7999
    @timbre7999 Год назад +25

    you guys make the most fun vids ever, love this wagon and your RV!

  • @petersteen4014
    @petersteen4014 Год назад

    My dad proudly turned up in the Squire version of this same model [1962] when I was twelve. It was the first station wagon we had owned. Prior to this time, he had always had 'utes' - pick ups for you Americans - and we kids just loved the security of loafing and sleeping in the cargo bay, rather than under the tarmac of the open tray back ! Thank for your entertaining and professional work

  • @bendanielson4494
    @bendanielson4494 Год назад

    My dad had a 1962 white Ford Falcon when we were growing up in the 60's! The 4 door sedan version. It's fun watching you guys bring one back to life!!! Love your channel - been quietly watching for a long time. Just love what you do! (Owner of a 1950 Ford F1 Restomod truck). Ben D. (Austin TX)

  • @Metaln00b
    @Metaln00b Год назад +2

    Nice running and sounding 6 cylinder engine 😋

  • @DarkFlamage
    @DarkFlamage Год назад +2

    save more wagons! Hell Yes.

  • @johnbshannon
    @johnbshannon Год назад +4

    being a Scot who lives in England but who spent 35 years working in car restoration it has been interesting to see the different names you use for certain items such as freeze plug as against our core plug, but nevertheless, I do appreciate the enthusiasm and its nice to see real mechanics at work rather than those 'pimp my ride' type shows. i shall follow this car with interest.

  • @lestaylor3641
    @lestaylor3641 Год назад +2

    All your builds / rescues are fun to watch and i love wagons. Watching the wash and transformation was incredible. Lokking forward to more of this little gem. Thanks for the video. 👍👍✌️

  • @teddysmith457
    @teddysmith457 Год назад +2

    You guys must buy them magic erasers by the pound😊

  • @theconfessionsof_a
    @theconfessionsof_a Год назад +2

    Ah, always a happy day when you upload a new episode and 'SHE'S A RUNNER' ! I like how much you guys enjoy yourselves, keep going.

  • @Truckman1980
    @Truckman1980 Год назад +1

    Love it! Old wagons are so cool

  • @danielthomas3057
    @danielthomas3057 Год назад

    Reminds me of the 1960 Frontenac wagon my dad had when I was a young lad. Great little wagon. Yes, would love to see more of this Falcon.

  • @todddavenport7172
    @todddavenport7172 Год назад +1

    I have enjoyed your videos this year! You and your dad are killing it! Todd D.

  • @mordechaitaub3594
    @mordechaitaub3594 Год назад +2

    Wow very cool Michael. When is the next video on the Plymouth? My gosh I love that car (I wish I owned one) (even though I am more of a Mini Cooper lover).
    Great video Michael and Mr."Dad" Wagner!!

  • @lancenorton1117
    @lancenorton1117 Год назад

    Back when I was growing up our neighbors two doors down had a Red Falcon Wagon that looked like this. The wife owned a 65 Oldsmobile 442 with the four speed. The husband ONLY drove the Falcon.

  • @stevepringle2295
    @stevepringle2295 Год назад +1

    Those windows cleaned up just like new.

  • @pavil58yt
    @pavil58yt Год назад +1

    Whatever you do to the rest of the car try to keep that exhaust note. That little 6-cylinder sounds good.

  • @davidturk2333
    @davidturk2333 Год назад +1

    This car is going to be amazing. I love this lil wagon.

  • @mikekozi-lester3887
    @mikekozi-lester3887 Год назад +1

    Hi Guys 👦 ☺️ nice car and workmanship and video 📹 😊 but angular grinder that junk 30 minute fix !!! Felt old and sick when all that Rust was on the screen

  • @davidflorcruz2908
    @davidflorcruz2908 10 месяцев назад

    I love this model of Falcon wagon! Put a satin clear over the rusty areas to preserve them. Get the AC working. Replace the floor pans.
    Swap or fix the seats. Replace the headliner. Put a cheap stereo in it, and DRIVE it!

  • @richcxx
    @richcxx Год назад +1

    The roof rack makes it! Cool car…

  • @rickcampbell5374
    @rickcampbell5374 Год назад

    Can't believe how much I like that wagon! Wow! Can't wait to see it cleaned up. Get that a/c working!

  • @luistillan811
    @luistillan811 6 месяцев назад +2

    An absolute gem. I'll drive it anywhere.😊❤

  • @williambremner9022
    @williambremner9022 8 месяцев назад

    I absolutely love 1960-1965 Ford Falcons and this wagon is a classic! Well done to get her runnin' and rollin' again gents. That will be an awesome cruiser once you get the interior back in a drivable condition. Keep going, we want to see the rest of this resto!

  • @Flashdirt
    @Flashdirt 4 месяца назад +1

    That was Awesome show, dude***👌

  • @jimbates955
    @jimbates955 Год назад +2

    Mom & Dad had a ‘64, the year I was born, really great ol’ cars…great restoration as always guys! Your dad’s Mugsy imitation is hilarious 😆 Might look around for a used manual transmission if you can get an inexpensive one, not sure how the external cooler would work. Good luck moving forward, peace ✌️

  • @bryanyoung3764
    @bryanyoung3764 6 месяцев назад

    I bet the sleeper dude is drooling He loves those old Ford falcons. In fact I think he's putting a small block in one. I enjoy your videos and really appreciate the fact that you keep it kid friendly much appreciated

  • @jesterr7133
    @jesterr7133 Год назад +1

    That car had a lot more paint left than I originally thought it did. It cleaned up a lot better than I expected. You are correct. The brakes are going to be a major issue on this car. They are unobtainium. You may end up having to do some type of conversion on it. It is worth it though. I love stuff like this, especially when you literally pull it out of the woods like this. Good luck on the brakes. It runs really well, considering the condition it was in and the amount of time it sat. You got lucky there.

    • @acbusinesscontinuity327
      @acbusinesscontinuity327 Год назад

      Rock Auto appear to stock all '61 year drums, shoes, wheel cylinders etc, so why would there be a problem with parts?

  • @tombob671
    @tombob671 Год назад

    Red wheels, dog dish caps. Rattle can white paint job, red pinstripes and low buck interior job (Mexican blanket)

  • @marknelson5929
    @marknelson5929 Год назад

    Man I love watching the due process of getting these old birds to fly again. Keep it up.

  • @TommyAtkins-kb6fw
    @TommyAtkins-kb6fw 6 месяцев назад

    I hope you went for the full restoration. It's a really nice looking car.

  • @katj6488
    @katj6488 Год назад

    Great job on this old girl! Would like to see more of her and maybe the 54 Plymouth!😊

  • @baddriving3966
    @baddriving3966 Год назад

    When installing radiators, cut a piece of cardboard to protect the inside surface from getting damaged. A couple of minutes makes for a much neater job.

  • @fifer4758
    @fifer4758 5 месяцев назад

    My very first car was a 1962 Ford falcon station wagon. I am now 76 years old. We show our age!

  • @RCALivingStereo
    @RCALivingStereo Год назад +1

    Boy sleeperdude would be all over this
    Nice fine
    Love the wagons

  • @AndrewHCann
    @AndrewHCann Год назад +1

    Excellent video Budget Buildz Mike :) ,dad of yours , yes that wagon is jem also get brakes fix up plus exhaust to and suspension too plus did put engine belt on to ?? ! I did see put one one ! Happy Thanksgiving Holiday this week too you all in USA 🇺🇸!

  • @davecaron1213
    @davecaron1213 Год назад

    My dad was selling Fords when the Falcons came out. Great little cars.

  • @brucevallee5623
    @brucevallee5623 Год назад +1

    It's possible the vacuum line goes to the wipers. I had a falcon wagon like that and with the wipers on as you give the motor more throttle the wipers would go slower. It was strange. Great little wagon tho

  • @vayabroder729
    @vayabroder729 Год назад +1

    Love your channel and the whole approach you have in bringing all these vehicles back.

  • @bradleybennett6768
    @bradleybennett6768 Год назад +1

    Great job guys. Always fun watching your videos. Great to see the oldies back on the road.

  • @bobpalmer555
    @bobpalmer555 Год назад

    Great project! I know people love the patina look but I think that car deserves a pale yellow paint job.

  • @ky4encetv463
    @ky4encetv463 Год назад +1

    What a great car, you should fully restore it

  • @geebopbaluba1591
    @geebopbaluba1591 Год назад +1

    They make 2 of those 1100 carbs. Small bore sleeve for the 200-170 and big bore for the 250-300.