"Jordan ,If its leaking badly you will have to put one in. the best way would be to pull the trans.. I don't know how bad your front trans seal leak is, but back in 1980- i had a 57 Buick Caballero wagon and the seals leaked on that…"
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Timing cover corrosion
Started this discussion. Last reply by Dennis P. DiBari Jul 15, 2025. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Hey fellas if you're rebuilding your 429 check your timing cover for corrosion behind the water pump Russ and I had 429 engine number two on the dyno today had shimed the oil pump spring for a…Continue
They do exist!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Chris Codd Feb 3, 2025. 2 Replies 0 Likes
An individual on Facebook was parting out a 1964 429 and transmission from a 70,000 MI sedan DeVille for an LS swap got lucky and scored this dent free oil cap before it hit the scrap iron pile with…Continue
Cruise control
Started this discussion. Last reply by Patrick Westphal Mar 31, 2024. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Is anyone using an aftermarket cruise control on there 64 Cadillac? what brand & model did you purchase?Continue
Cadillac horns
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge Jan 15, 2024. 3 Replies 0 Likes
I was going through one of my Sun test equipment cabinets & found this Delco Remy original electrical equipment booklet for GM passenger cars from 1965. It was interesting to see the trumpet…Continue
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"Hi Chris,
This is really some fine work you did with the timing cover. As always, I'm very impressed with the work you do and what you discovered with the pinhole. Kudos to you and Russ!
Dennis DiBari"
Timing cover corrosion
Hey fellas if you're rebuilding your 429 check your timing cover for corrosion behind the water pump Russ and I had 429 engine number two on the dyno today had shimed the oil pump spring for a little more oil pressure he likes to see about 40 lb not 30. had a little too much oil pressure 100 lb remove the oil pump cover to remove the shim engine oil was all milky it had only run about 5 seconds before we shut it down removed the drain plug and ran the oil out it was all milky a little stream…See More
"Did you have this problem prior to installing your Pertronics ? I work on distributors and have seen some of these point conversions cause problems. Reduce timing to 5 degs, check that your vacuum advance is working properly. is your…"
"Did they come with one or two wedge blocks ?"
"I'm going on friday but just to spectate"
"Michael, You would remove the intake manifold and replace the gaskets with the block off style gasket, or you could use regular gaskets and just cut a piece of tin and place over the exhaust crossover port on each side. I also removed the heat riser…"
"I have installed an electric chock on my 4GC Rochester carb. I also installed Olson intake gaskets with the exhaust cross over blocked. I have electric chock stats on hand for the Rochester , you can also purchase them from Mikes Carburetor . If…"
" Dave , Can you use an oxy acetylene torch to heat the flange that the joint goes into in the diff housing red hot then quench it with cold water that should get it loose. "
"Logan, I purchased all my brake parts from Kanter auto. wheel cylinders, hardware kits, brake hoses, and brake shoes. for my Fleetwood sixty Don't throw away your old brake return springs, & hardware because you will want to retain…"
"Logan , I purchased my front end parts from Kanter auto . But have not installed them yet. "
"Hey Jason , Glad to here the surgery went well ! The Neurologist at the Mayo clinic told me to take vitamin B-12 to help my damaged nerves recover, nerves like B-12 nerves take the longest to recover after surgery or being damaged…"
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- Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
- 1964 Fleetwood series 60
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- 34518
- 1963/64 Cadillac Chapter Member?
- yes
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accumulator dryer
Posted on December 6, 2023 at 10:54am 0 Comments 0 Likes
Who rebuilds original AC accumulator dryers for 1964 Cadillac? I have been on Classic auto air in Tampa FL wait list for over a year , There is one on Old air products web site that looks very similar to the original # 21-4214A but states it fits 1962 Gm cars, The one recommended for a 1964 Cadillac is half the length 21-4215A What is everyone using ? I would prefer to be as original as possible. Thanks
1964 power steering sector rebuild
Posted on March 20, 2023 at 11:32pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
I'm having my steering sector rebuilt, and considering changing it from 20-1 ratio 4.2 turns lock to lock to 3.5 turns lock to lock @ 16-1 ratio, If i change from a 3 1/4" box to a 3" box i could have a 14-1 Ratio steering response would be faster, shorter distance to turn the wheel to get a response, has anyone done this? and how do you like it? thank you
Comment Wall (2 comments)
- At 10:36am on February 3, 2025,
Dennis P. DiBari said…
Great video Chris on the engine honing.
Dennis DiBari
- At 4:07pm on March 20, 2023,
Jason Edge said…
Chris,
Welcome to the 63/64 Cadillac Website and 63/64 Cadillac Chapter.
This site is hosted by the CLC (Cadillac LaSalle Club) 1963/64 Cadillac Chapter. As a CLC member you are eligible to join our free 1963/64 Cadillac Chapter and will get you signed up in a bit.
Be sure and check out all the links and pages and make yourself at home. The Help Page at www.help.6364cadillac.com will have links to many useful articles and information about our Cadillacs.
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Trouble with the transmission in my 1963 Fleetwood
Started by David Michael Bigeleisen in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion 13 hours ago. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Dear Cadillac friends:I have a 1963 Fleetwood.The transmission dipstick has bubbles in it when I check the fluid.Also, the transmission shudders when I drive up a slight incline in reverse.I had the…Continue
CLC Membership dues are going up April 1. Join or Renew before March 31 & Save!
Started by Jason Edge in Chapter Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge on Tuesday. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Here is a breakdown of the rate increases Effective April 1:E-membership…Continue
Sneak Peek at our Next Newsletter Feature - Denis Binette's 14K Mile Coupe de Ville
Started by Jason Edge in Newsletters on Tuesday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Here is another sneak peak of our next newsletter feature - Denis Binette's 14K mile 1964 Coupe de Ville. I hope to have this distributed within the next couple of weeks. …Continue
Rear Main Seal & Transmission Pump Seal
Started by Jordan Johansen-Moe in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by CHRIS CARLSON on Saturday. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Hey everyone, I need to replace my transmission input seal before spring starts, I’ve been losing a lot of fluid post Sunday drive. I figured I’d do the rear main seal service bulletin at the same…Continue
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1963 RHS A/C kick panel - photos needed
Posted by SK on June 2, 2025 at 2:20pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
Could someone post front and back photos of the 1963 right-hand kick panel with A/C?
My car didn’t come with the original kick panels, so it's a bit of a mystery to me how I should cut the backing board and carpet to fit around the A/C.
Many thanks,
-Samu
New old stock seat material
Posted by Ray Schick on August 22, 2024 at 6:25pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
I bought this seat material thinking that it’s…
Loud air moving sound within carb with cleaner removed
Posted by Dave Fehrle on March 23, 2024 at 3:23pm 8 Comments 1 Like
While checking my Carter carb with engine running, I took the air cleaner off and there was a very loud hissing sound of air. I placed a piece of paper over the carb and it didn’t move up or down, is this normal?
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