Not all restoration projects require a total rebuild of their powertrain components. Some cars already have a solid mechanical foundation and instead call for more attention in correcting cosmetic issues to recapture that factory-fresh-or-better presence.
Al Geisler, a devoted Ford and Mercury enthusiast, selected this approach when having his R-code 1964 Park Lane Marauder restored. But before we delve deeper into the nuts and bolts of this project, first, here’s a little background on Al. He was raised with Fords and Mercurys in his family, and he prefers them over all other makes. Al and his wife, Debbie, who also appreciates these cars, have collected more than 50 thus far, which are housed in their Western Pennsylvania shop.
A dual-four-barrel,available), and currently only a precious few R-code Park Lane Marauders still known to exist, a desirable example had proven elusive despite Al’s connections within FoMoCo circles.
