A little off topic, but maybe one of yall can help!


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By Reed P - 17 Years Ago
Hey guys,



I have a new project in my possession...a 1964 Galaxie 500. I know...no Y Block, but my dad keeps telling me we can put in one of his spares! w00t



I have been looking for a "different" daily driver for a while, just something a little more unique then my Danger Ranger!!!...and the best part is I traded a T-5 transmission for it, so I am in it pretty cheap.







I have added the wheels and a couple of other things...but I need a little help finding the following...



Front and rear bumpers...especially the rear

front door entry "scuff plates"

Round side view mirrors (somebody put some off an 84 LTD I think......)

left front body side molding (goes on the front fender only)

The center dash trim...somebody cut the dash all up for a radio...I need some trim!







I know there are a few places to get the parts "new"...but maybe you guys might know where a parts car might be??? I am not looking for perfect...just a little better than what I have!



Thanks!

reed
By 55Birdman - 17 Years Ago
Try Hemmings motor news, EBay. Also do a Google search for 64 parts. Craigs list .  
By PF Arcand - 17 Years Ago
Reed: You might have a better chance of getting a response if you indicate the area you live in..
By Hoosier Hurricane - 17 Years Ago
Reed:

From what I hear, '64 rear bumpers were very bad about rusting out, so if yours isn't rusted through, your best bet bet is to have yours re-chromed.  Some bumper shops will not sell you a '64 rear bumper if you don't have a platable core.  Search for "Galaxie Club of America", they have a good website with classifieds.

John in Selma, IN

By marvsmerc - 17 Years Ago
Nice looking 4 door Galaxie. Nice Color combination!  I have owned a few galaxies in the past so I will look thru my parts corner of my garage when I get a path to it- Got about 3 ft of snow here already-Adirondacks of NY.   I presently own a 64 xl convertible.    They had different mirrors for these cars-the round fluted ones & a rectanglular one with a remote lever to adjust it.  I may have a couple of fluted ones.

As for bumpers try Ford Galaxie Club of America as last post stated. There was someone there that was selling replated ones, if I remember right it was in Arkansas.  As for that dash trim it is very hard to come by. If a good piece comes on Ebay-lots of bidding. You might be better to check your local Junkyards.

For new,nos, & repro parts check out Dennis Carpenter & Greg Donahue who specializes in just 63 & 64 Fords.   Good luck!! 

Love them Galaxies as Y-blocks Too!  Take good care of her!  I will let you know what I find. Shoot me your Email address

By Reed P - 17 Years Ago
Hey guys, thanks alot! I am in Central Alabama and I have checked out all the usual spots, keeping an eye on craigs list and epay....I will check out the Galaxie forum too.



Marv, I will send you a PM with my email....some mirrors would be a great find!!! I will post up a couple of progress pics as the weeks go by.



Thanks again...



reed
By Reed P - 17 Years Ago
Hoosier Hurricane (12/22/2008)
Reed:



From what I hear, '64 rear bumpers were very bad about rusting out, so if yours isn't rusted through, your best bet bet is to have yours re-chromed. Some bumper shops will not sell you a '64 rear bumper if you don't have a platable core. Search for "Galaxie Club of America", they have a good website with classifieds.



John in Selma, IN




John, thanks for the input...I have checked with several bumper shops and you are correct on the cores...mine is rusty in one bad spot, but I can fix it. I might just make a "project" out of the bumper....it cant get any worse Hehe



on that note, is there a good reputable "chrome" shop any of you know of?
By Y block Billy - 17 Years Ago
Hi Reed,

It was good meeting you down there and at the Nats. Try Bumper Boys or Boyz, I cant remember which way it is spelled but I have had a couple buddies bring bumpers with them to the Carlisle PA swap meet and exchange them there. I think Bumper Boys is out of Cal but they have bumpers already replated and all you do is swap for a fee, no turnaround time involved and they were pretty reasonably priced.