Classic/Antique Car Repair/62 falcon

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Expert: - 7/20/2009


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hi, i bought a 62 falcon 6cyl 3sp on the column as a daily driver a few months ago, replacing the usual things as they come up, but it's popping out of gear in 3rd now every once in a while.  is this just missing teeth?  also my wiper switch is stuck, can they be fixed - i can't find a new one for sale.  thanks, i know this is a long question, thanks for providing your expertise to the public like this, sincerely, ---william

Answer
Nice looking car. The transmission problem is probably internal, but not missing teeth. However first make sure that the linkage is tight and the transmission is shifting into gear properly. The wiper switch is another story. i have never been successful in repairing them. But there are parts available. My stock answer for where can I find….” Is to latch on to a copy of Hemmings Motor News, the old car hobbies classified bible. There are many companies that supply parts for old cars and you will find them in Hemmings. www.hemmings.com
Brad  
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Brad Sears

Expertise

All automotive including antique and collectible. However if the car has been modified I can only answer in general terms and maybe get you pointed in the right direction.

Experience

Automotive tech instructor. Syndicated auto columnist 1970's though the early 1990's. Syndicated auto radio talk show, Ask Brad About cars, CBS Radio 70's through 90's TV Show "Last Chance Garage" 1980's PBS-TV syndicated. Auto instructor for the following companies: Fram Autolyte Holly Carter AMF Ford Motor University Of Conn Blue Hills Technical School Sugar River Technical Center Grew up in a family garage in Needham Mass and turned wrenches from the age of 14.

Publications
Manchester Union Leader, Nashua Telegraph, Motor Service Magazine, Yankee Magazine, Popular Mechanics (Saturday Mechanic early 80's), Los Angeles Times, New York Times, and lots more.

Education/Credentials
More than I care to remember. Basically Franklin Technical Institute in Boston, Northeastern University, Fitchburg State Teachers College, Tufts University, and a lot of factory schools along the way.

Awards and Honors
Moto Award winner. And much more.

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