"I bet a little time with a buffer would get that paint looking amazing. I really like the wheels and tires you put on it. Looks like a tuxedo. "
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Fusible Link Burnt Up
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kevin Campbell Mar 13. 11 Replies 0 Likes
I was at the auto parts store last night replacing my alternator and forgot to disconnect my battery. Massive face palm. Before I installed the new alternator, the wire from the alternator to the…Continue
Toubleshooting Window Switch
Started this discussion. Last reply by Chris Codd May 14, 2018. 9 Replies 0 Likes
I recently purchased a new reproduced harness connector for my window switch. I pulled to old connector apart and cleaned the contacts to the switch wires and window switches while I had it out.…Continue
WTB Seat belt retractor coil spring
Started this discussion. Last reply by Chris Codd Apr 13, 2018. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Does anybody have a seat belt retractor coil spring for sale, or has anyone here made one or fit something similar?Continue
WTB Trunk pull-down cable
Started this discussion. Last reply by Chris Codd Sep 25, 2017. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Does anybody have a trunk pull-down cable for a '64 deVille? The one on my car split and I am having trouble keeping it together with the amount of tension on the wire. This is the cable that runs…Continue
Chris Codd
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"Must be a Park Avenue ;)"
"I'll grab a couple of pics for to show the location we used.
From memory, it was an 80 amp unit. "
"I have new clips that you put in the fuse block. email me or check out my web site in the new parts tab.
www.1963caddyshack.com
russ85747@hotmail.com"
"What size of fuse you are using?
I think I will copy your setup, but might use an autofuse. "
"I removed the fusible link when I installed the 150 amp alternator. I no longer have the voltage regulator so there really isnt anything to protect with that link. It was just something else that could go wrong so it's gone just like the points."
"I put in a new fuse style box in my 63 M-M hearse, and rebuilt the fuse box in my 63 Superior hearse."
"The poor bugger that did it for was semi retired, but after laying upside down over the scuff plate for hours on end, his back was shot to hell.
From that day on, he only ever did stuff that was real easy... LOL :-)
Phil was good too, really…"
"You're one of the first people I've seen actually swap in a new fuse box. Eventually they all need an overhaul, or a replacement. Glad your swap went without a hitch.
Wish I had been filming last night. It was quite the fireworks…"
"Our car, had suffered a short in the A/C at some point and the fuse box was a bit "how's ya father" from that point on, (before our ownership) so a couple of years ago, I had a brand new fuse box grafted in and it uses the later style…"
"I saw your discussion about the fusible link that you added and I'm gonna have to wire up something similar. My car has a bunch of sketchy wiring and it makes me nervous.
Glad you remembered to disconnect your battery while taking out…"
"I have an extra fusable link fitted just near the battery itself for just such an occasion.
I also carry spare fusible link in the trunk, also for just such an occasion. I bet you wish you did too.
It is so easy to forget to drop the lead off…"
"Ran a 10 gauge wire and wrapped one end on the positive terminal and spliced the other side to a good part of the wire and was able to get it back on the road. Guy at the shop swore that the wire wasn't the problem even after I told him it was…"
Fusible Link Burnt Up
I was at the auto parts store last night replacing my alternator and forgot to disconnect my battery. Massive face palm. Before I installed the new alternator, the wire from the alternator to the battery touched something metal and is now toast. Installed the new alternator, and tried to patch the burnt part of the fusible link just so I could get it home, but had no luck. Any advice on a quick fix to get the car home?See More
Profile Information
- Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
- 1964 Cadillac DeVille Convertible
- Cadillac LaSalle Club Member? If Yes, Membership #?
- Yes
- 1963/64 Cadillac Chapter Member?
- Yes
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Brakes Went Out
Posted on August 8, 2018 at 8:25am 36 Comments 0 Likes
My '64 Cadillac DeVille had been sitting for awhile while I was travelling this summer and when I came home it had some issues starting. After replacing the plugs and the ignition coil, it was running better than it had in a long time but the brakes were sticking. I noticed the brake pedal was traveling a little farther than usual when slowing down. Soon after I noticed a hissing noise coming from around the brake pedal. Then I lost the brakes pretty much completely. I couldn't find any…
ContinueModernized Stock Radio
Posted on September 13, 2017 at 5:18pm 7 Comments 1 Like
I've been waiting a long time for somebody to make this so I'm really excited to share it. I've seen people run Aux to the original radio, but this goes way beyond that. You can keep the looks of the stock radio, but with modern amenities like Bluetooth, Aux, and outputs for Amps and Subs. I posted the website and Youtube link to a Cadillac radio below. …
ContinueCowl cap
Posted on December 1, 2016 at 12:21am 8 Comments 0 Likes
Does anybody know what the deal is with the caps under the cowl? I was cleaning out a mouse nest and found that the passenger side cap was cracked open. What are they there for? Does anybody have a replacement for sale?
NOS Hubcaps Bidding War
Posted on August 19, 2015 at 9:53pm 3 Comments 0 Likes
Is anybody else watching this auction? I don't think I've ever seen hubcaps go for prices like this, though I can't recall the last time I saw real, in box, NOS caps. Link below
Comment Wall (7 comments)
- At 4:24pm on August 6, 2014,
Joe DiIaconi said…
Hi Chris my name is Joe. I was looking in the help topics under A/C stuff & came across your AC problem & was wondering if you got it figured out ?
- At 5:01pm on May 1, 2014,
Vince Torrano said…
OK so I figured it out the lens come out easy just stuck a bit. I thought it was a burned out bulb but its not. The right side all work but the left side does not blink. Very low light from the turn signal but the corner light on the fender just stays on. Where else should I look?
Thanks
- At 1:58pm on September 1, 2013,
Jason Edge said…
Hi Christopher, If you still need an in-car sensor grill you were at the top of my 'needs list' and have a nice one from the last parts car waiting for you. Check your emails. Jason.
- At 9:21pm on December 22, 2012,
don Mackenzie said…
- That was supposed to be Happy!!
- At 9:19pm on December 22, 2012,
- Thanks Christopher! Hay Holidays to you and your family
- At 10:20pm on December 17, 2012,
Hey Chris, It was great to meet you and your Grandfather today. I'm glad the convertible body is going to good use. I just noticed your Personal Page....very cool.
- At 4:40pm on August 19, 2012,
Hi Christopher,
Welcome to the new 63/64 Cadillac Site.
Jason.
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Extension Housing Hydramatic
Started by M123 in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by M123 2 hours ago. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Hi.Can you on a 64 remove the extension housing with the gearbox still in the car? The car have the Hydramatic.Did work on the car last night and did feel a very large play on the outgoing axle,…Continue
1965 Cadillac DeVille
Started by DanielAndrew in For Sale yesterday. 0 Replies 1 Like
1965 Cadillac DeVille On Ebayhttps://ebay.to/2W6axyTContinue
Current 1963/64 Cadillac Listings on eBay
Started by Jason Edge in For Sale. Last reply by Kurt yesterday. 2 Replies 1 Like
To see all 1963/64 Cadillacs Listed on eBay in the USA…Continue
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Trun signal swit
Started by Jeff S. in Wanted to Buy. Last reply by Charles Fares yesterday. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Hello all!Looking to either repair my existing turn signal switch or source a new one. Any suggestions?Thank you ub advance!Continue
Blog Posts
Cadillac Returns to its Roots Under New Leadership
Posted by Jeff Kinzler on May 1, 2019 at 12:30am 3 Comments 0 Likes
Cadillac’s new boss says they should stop trying to build BMWs and go back to building Cadillacs again.
What do you think?
https://carbuzz.com/news/cadillac-finally-admits-what-everyone-knew-for-years
Radiator And Shrouds
Posted by Dominic Salemi on April 24, 2019 at 3:36pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
Hello
Anyone have a decent radiator and shrouds and hardware for a 1964 Cadillac deville. I have an alum. radiator and I'm deciding on to fix it or back to the original one. If I fix it I won't need parts.
Thanks
On the Road Again (Just before the big snow today)
Posted by Jeff Kinzler on February 12, 2019 at 11:54am 18 Comments 1 Like
64 Recirc/Fresh Air Door Actuator replaced; FROM THE INSIDE.
Posted by Norman Silverman on February 4, 2019 at 11:21pm 8 Comments 0 Likes
I am happy to report that I have successfully replaced the Fresh Air/Recirc door actuator that is located on the blower box-and have done so without having to remove the blower box. I did it by taking out the glove box and attacking it from the back. It took several days, LOTS of patience and some band-aids, but it is done. THE most difficult part -BY FAR- is to remove and then replace the screw that sits on the actuator arm, connecting it to the fresh…
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