Looks like I've found a special breed of people who believe in the "Wisdom of the Wagon". Term is used loosely of course since we all have to be somewhat insane to consider an old and large square piece of metal part of our loving family. But of course we do or must, considering the time and major dollars we commit to it. I just added a 1963 Country Squire to my family and have had just about two weeks to get to know him. "Squires" are male aren't they. The wagon spent it's childhood in Wisconsin and then New York and was untouched as for as any restoration when I got him. So the new family member is getting a lot of attention and certainly needs it. Fortunely the weather here in Santa Cruz, California has been unseasonably warm and dry since I have to do most of my work in the driveway. So far, front suspension, power steering and brakes have been replaced along with the normal engine items. It's a "352" with a 2 barrel, which I'm leaving stock. Except for a few rust spots the car is really is in decent shape. Body, interior, electrical, tranny and rear end are good. After fixing the rust I will turn to replacing the "vinyl wood" and trim. Not a pleasant undertaking I am told. Any hints in that area would be appreciated. So that's my story, other than I'm happy to have found my new child on whom I can dwindle all my cash reserves, but with a smile on my face.
aboard! Nice '63 Squire wagon...very original down to the hubcaps. That's the way to find 'em.. when you can. It's funny how you refer to it as a "he". In most cases they're referred to as "she's". In any case, good luck with your new acquisition. Nice find! Happy motoring.
Ungentle person to our little piece of insanity. I agree a squire is definately a male of the species. Even my old 1955 handyMAN wagon is a male altho I rarely name my vehicles. I will admit we have a 1941 Ford called Smiley and an antique motorhome named Wally. But most things I drive are just called Car or Wagon. My wife and the kids have names but I usually just say "hey you do this or that." Of course my wife has special names for me but this is a family forum. As for me being a Gentleman, insane, or a special breeder, all that is debatable. The nice people here in this hospital let me come out and play now and then. That makes me happy! Also at this time of the year try not to mention nice weather and warm! It upsets some of the others in wards farther north and east. Love your wagon. Good luck with it sweating on the driveway working on him.
Welcome to the forum, Laddcruzer....... That certainly is a sharp Country Squire, the '63 being one of my all-time favorite Ford years. My wagon originated in Wisconsin as well, being shipped out here to the left coast after my purchase in 2012. I see a lot of wagons for sale from Wisconsin that seem to be in better shape than those in surrounding states...don't know why. Maybe less salt used, who knows...... Not sure what you will be able to do with the wood grain Di-Noc. I'd suggest going through our 'Wood Grain' sub-section of the 'Cosmetics and Restoration' section of this forum. I do not know whether there is a good reproduction of the correct grain available. You might want to consult Mick at 'Wood Grain for Wagons'. He's down in So Cal and has done one or two of our member's wagons. (The '67 Fairlane Squire shown in his gallery is one of them. I've seen this vehicle in person.) http://www.woodgrain4wagons.com/ Good Luck! Marshall
Nice intro, thanks. Sounds like you have a great sense of humor and taste in transportation. I love that you refer to your wagon as a he, does HE have a name yet? Sweet!
Welcome to the Nuthouse we call Home. You will fit right in. Love the wagon. You are not the only person to have male cars. Ma's current (new) Volvo, the 1990 240, is named Arthur. Have fun, and be sure to join in the discussions. Too often it seems that it is the same voices heard around here time and time again.
Thank you sirs for all the kind welcome words and ideas. I know I'm among friends here in the "Wagon Wing" of this facility where the doctors all seem to be part staff and part patient. And looking forward to sharing our personal lives and auto knowledge. Within reason of course. To Wagon Power!
