"I , too , was on a first date , drove to the wildlife refuge and parked for a while. Mostly just talked and it started raining ,didn't rain hard or long. Got ready to leave and it was now dark. Turned on my headlights and nothing ; no lights…"
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Completely Dead
Started this discussion. Last reply by Robert Alan Shannon Jul 11. 6 Replies 0 Likes
So after cruising around a bit and waiting in a line, the temp gauge got to a little past half way. I got out of the line and the car just died. It's like there's no battery. The clock has no power,…Continue
'63 Caddy on Fast & Loud
Started this discussion. Last reply by Dan McNarry Apr 29. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Many here are probably familiar with the car show "Fast & Loud". Last night's episode focused on a '63 Cadillac. They kept calling it a Coupe DeVille but it was actually a series 62 coupe. They…Continue
A Little Rant
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 Mar 18. 16 Replies 0 Likes
I know I probably shouldn't get upset about what someone else is selling on eBay as long as they are honest in the description. There is nothing untrue in the description but a certain '63 - '64…Continue
Just a Thought
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 Feb 29. 6 Replies 0 Likes
Had anyone else noticed that the change from the 390 to 429 engines meant an increase in displacement of exactly 10% ?Continue
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"Ian
Sorry for your inconvenience but glad it was such an easy fix with help from Russ that had a very good idea of the cause from his experience
Enjoy "
"Check the block of wires on the firewall ,sometimes corrosion can cause problems under that block of wires there"
"Thanks Russ, The ring terminal on the 10 gauge red wire was still crimped solid but it seems the insulation had wicked in due to heat, probably not just from last night, and was causing a complete short. Replaced the terminal and all is good.…"
"Just a little side story; I was on a first date with a las when i was a very young man. The car suddenly shut off and I was able to coast the car to a parking spot, and rolled the car up onto the curb so I could get under the car. The positive…"
"Power is routed from the battery to the solenoid. From the solenoid to the ignition switch is a red wire. The red wire T's off to the fuse block also.
You need to check the battery cable going to the starter for shorting out. Then…"
Completely Dead
So after cruising around a bit and waiting in a line, the temp gauge got to a little past half way. I got out of the line and the car just died. It's like there's no battery. The clock has no power, no headlights, no warning lights on the dash with the ignition on. The battery is fresh and reads 12V. Terminals and ground are good. I also get 12V when reading the positive battery terminal and the engine block. Downstream from there,I have nothing. The main positive cable is tight on the solenoid…See More
"I don't know how urgently you need this but I think the best way to approach it is to search your local craigslist and the like ads until you find someone parting out a car and see if they'll sell you the roof section. Chances are…"
"Excellent point. The roof and most of the body sheet metal are part of what gets sent to the scrapper by guys like Jason and Russ when they part out a car unless somebody needs a section and can cut it out and haul it away. I'm sure their price…"
"I have not dealt with them personally so I can't say anything about customer service but I am in Southern California and have been aware of them for many years. Their prices are constantly in what I would say is the upper echelon."
"Dominic,
It's not that big a job. You will need a slide hammer to remove the bearing/axle shaft. You can borrow or rent one from an auto parts store. I can't recall offhand if you need to remove the brake components from the backing plate…"
"Thanks, Jason. I have ordered a set of Best gaskets #14046 E They are made from the thick material."
"I'm acquiring all of the parts needed to install a 1406 and have two quick questions.
First, which gaskets are used with the Trans-Dapt TRD-2446 spacer? I assume you want ones that match the spacer as closely as possible.
Second, when…"
"Russ,
Very cool. I am very comfortable living in a moderately sized house but would love to have more garage/shop space. Living in the suburbs makes that a real challenge."
"Jason,
My experience is kind of the opposite of yours. My dad was a mechanical engineer who took the analytical approach. I was the young kid who was good with tools so I just wanted to take everything apart and then figure out what I needed to do.…"
"Thanks for the info. I looked up the specs on the primary bore diameters and found the 1406 is 1.44" which is very close to what I measured on my Rochester 4GC. The 1411 primary is 1.69" I can't get at the intake manifold to measure…"
"Jason,
Can the 1406 be used without porting the intake manifold?"
"John,
I'll reemphasize one point Jason brought up. More often than not, these issues are caused by broken wires in the rubber conduit in the door jam. The wiring gets brittle and cracks after years of opening and closing. It can sometimes be…"
"I don't think the pump has been moved, It's just not fastened down. The pump is supposed to sit behind the well the top folds into. Originally there was a removable piece of formed sheet metal that covered it. I suspect your cover is…"
"I also can not tell specifically what the photo shows other than some part of the floor pan. Replacements are available on eBay and I have attached a…"
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- Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
- 1963 Convertible
- Cadillac LaSalle Club Member? If Yes, Membership #?
- no
- 1963/64 Cadillac Chapter Member?
- no
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Fuel loss in Carburetor
Posted on December 29, 2018 at 11:24pm 16 Comments 0 Likes
Lately if I haven't started my '63 in four or five days it seems that the carburetor has gone dry. The starter cranks for an extended period of time and the engine doesn't come close to firing. I have resorted to pouring a little fuel into the carb to save the starter and battery. This gets it started and it runs fine. It also starts fine after sitting a short while - a couple hours or so.
The fuel pump is new and there is always fuel in the glass bowl of the fuel filter. This, along…
Continue'63 Bumpers on L.A. Craigslist
Posted on December 8, 2018 at 1:30am 0 Comments 0 Likes
The front lower ends are gone but what's there looks to be in decent condition and a fair price in today's market. I have no connection, just passing it along in case it might work for someone.
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lgb/pts/d/1963-cadillac-bumpers-1963/6764419645.html
Haven't been here for a while and looking for some parts
Posted on March 30, 2013 at 1:06pm 3 Comments 0 Likes
Hello,
I was a member sometime back when the format was different. I reproduce the door pull courtesy light lenses used in the '63 coupes. I sold a few to members back then and received a few requests for the rear lenses. I would like to start doing those now but need to get a pair of the lamp housings they fit into. If it is alright I would offer them for sale here. I try to sell them at a price that works for both me and the buyer. I am not trying to get rich, just make a…
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- At 1:49am on May 9, 2018,
Mark Geertsma said…
Hi Ian,
Please send me the pics of the rechromed bezels.
Thanks,Mark
- At 12:29pm on March 30, 2013,
Jason Edge said…
Welcome to the 63/64 Cadillac Website.
Be sure and check out all the links and pages and make yourself at home.
Jason
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Radio restoration
Started by Joe DiIaconi in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion 1 hour ago. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I had my 1964 radio restored a few years ago and now it's not working correctly. Can anyone recommend a reputable place to have it restored again?Continue
Current 1963/64 Cadillac Listings on eBay
Started by Jason Edge in For Sale. Last reply by Jason Edge 10 hours ago. 0 Replies 3 Likes
To see all 1963/64 Cadillacs Listed on eBay in the USA…Continue
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Grandpa’s Cadillac Restoration
Started by Jordan Johansen-Moe in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 21 hours ago. 13 Replies 0 Likes
Hello friends! It’s been a while since I’ve visited this page. Last I left I had spoke about my late grandpa’s Cadillac that I planned on “restoring”, which really meant getting back on the road.…Continue
Crankshaft - ‘64 Sedan Deville
Started by Jordan Johansen-Moe in Wanted to Buy. Last reply by Jason Edge yesterday. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Hello friends! I’m looking for a crankshaft for a 429 that will begin Grandpa’s Cadillac Restoration. I will be talking to a machine shop on Monday (fingers crossed). However, in the event I hear the…Continue
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1964 Cadillac Fleetwood sixty special / transmission dipstick needed
Posted by Pablo on September 20, 2020 at 9:57pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
How are you doing folks, I’m looking for a transmission dipstick, any info I will appreciated, thank you very much
1963 Cadillac hood driver side hinge
Posted by Steven on September 16, 2020 at 9:23am 1 Comment 0 Likes
Hello,
Does anyone know were I can buy a 1963 Cadillac hood driver side hinge or is there any other hinge that would fit?
Thanks
Steven
Bad Guage?
Posted by Karl Schwarz on August 26, 2020 at 3:08pm 5 Comments 0 Likes
So I am troubleshooting my fuel gauge issue. I bought a new sender and tested it. It it goes from 1-ohm (empty) to 35-ohm (full). When I test it (outside the tank), when the float is in the up (full) position it only moves the gauge to about 1/2 full. When at the bottom (empty) position the gauge shows empty. This is the same issue I have when I fill and then use the gas in the tank - the gauge never reads ore than half full. Based on what I've read on this thread it would seem like the…
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