Newbie from South Carolina

[tetanusshot]

Hey folks! The name's Scott. I've been a car guy all my life thanks to my Dad. I grew up with my family driving various makes and models so I am not loyal to any one brand. Right now I own my Mother's 65 Cyclone that I restored back to almost new condition and leave it at their house to enjoy.

The reason I am here is that I bought a 62 Bel Air Wagon that I am fixing up so my family of 6 can cruise under one roof. It's a 327, 4 bbl, 4-speed car that I might eventually drop a 409 in after the kids grow up and out of the home. I'm collecting parts though I may sell and buy a few here occasionally. I'm especially looking for a third-row seat that has eluded me! I also plan to replace the 20s with some 15x7 Astros or the stock steels wheels with caps. I have 4 NOS condition ones sitting on the shelf!

I wrench on cars for fun and my knowledge is pale in comparison to some here I'm sure. I'd like to completely frame-off a car one day but for now I look for drivers that need a little TLC so I can drive and wrench at the same time. Vast amounts of my time go appropriately to my kids these days.

 

[409newby]

Welcome, you came to the right place. I have been a member for about 2 yrs, and everyone here is very cool and extremely knowledgeable, you can't help but learn. Pat

 

[k9hotrodder409]

Welcome to the site Scott. Great group here and lots of info on the "W" engine. Enjoy the ride.

 

[Last 60]

Welcome Scott!! Yes, there is plenty of knowledge (not from me) and lots of fun on this site. A big THUMBS UP to time with the kids. That is most important!!

Lonnie

 

[bobs409]

Cool wagon!

 

[mike s]

Welcome Aboard!!!!

 

[tetanusshot]

Thanks guys! Here's another pic-

 

[DonSSDD]

It has a clutch..........way cool.

Welcome.

Don

 

[tetanusshot]

Ha! Don, that's the main reason I bought the car. I'm a sucker for a 4-speed. So far the floor supports, lower doors, lower fenders, and floors have been patched or replaced. Inner rockers too. At least I bought the car another decade or so. Whether it not it was worth it has yet to be determined!

 

[tripower]

Welcome aboard Scott. Looks like they swapped the 3-speed for a 4-speed... I like it...

 

[tetanusshot]

Yes, someone apparently did. They did a good job other than the hint on the column!

 

[BSL409]

Welcome aboard
Did the tail lights show up

 

[tetanusshot]

Hey man! Yes they did. Got them on the shelf with the other parts. They look really good. I might try 61 lenses to see if they fit. I like the bullet shape and it might add a little custom touch.

 

[jim_ss409]

Welcome to the site! I like wagons!

 

[tripower]

Hey man! Yes they did. Got them on the shelf with the other parts. They look really good. I might try 61 lenses to see if they fit. I like the bullet shape and it might add a little custom touch.

The 61 lens should fit...

 

[tetanusshot]

Cool! I think I'll go that route and see how they look

 

[tetanusshot]

anyone have an idea of issues/costs converting it to a 5 or 6 speed? Just curious at this point. There's a 6 speed trans that popped up on Craigslist for $800. Came out of a last gen camaro I think.

 

[k9hotrodder409]

I know that my son's 61 Bel-Air Bubbletop has a flat surface on the tail lamp s . I think that 62 has a crease going across the middle of the trunk lid . The 62 tail lamp has a indentation to accomodate that crease on the trunk lid. Some one please correct me if I am wrong.

 

[tetanusshot]

We'll see if works out next weekend. I'll be able to get the 61 lenses I had shipped to my Dad's house and fit them in some NOS 62 housings I have.

 

[Brent Hall]

Welcome!
Wagons are cool!
Brent
Hartsville, SC