63 R code convertible

[tom406]

1963-1/2 does typically refer to the Fastback 2dr HT, which was a midyear introduction of a new lower and sleeker roofline that utilized the windshield from the convertible instead of the 2 and 4dr sedans. Technically the 427 engine option was a midyear change as well, supplanting the 406 around January 1963.

[roadster]

Originally Posted by tom406

1963-1/2 does typically refer to the Fastback 2dr HT, which was a midyear introduction of a new lower and sleeker roofline that utilized the windshield from the convertible instead of the 2 and 4dr sedans. Technically the 427 engine option was a midyear change as well, supplanting the 406 around January 1963.

We’re any of the 63 406 cars multi-carb? Seems like remember reading about the early 63 406 cars but don’t recall seeing any .

[olredalert]

----Somebody may correct me but I believe the 406 had triple Holleys.....Bill S

[roadster]

They were definitely tri-power , my dad bought new 62 Ford with 406 and tri-power . Just not sure if 406 was available in any other configuration . He used to say maybe those 409 Chevys were fast on the drag strip but they could not hang with the Fords on the road . Looked into and apparently 406 available single 4 barrel or tri-power in both 62 and early 63 both were 11.4 to 1 compression .