"Thanks, Jason. I have ordered a set of Best gaskets #14046 E They are made from the thick material."
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'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
Custom '64 Eldorado on Bitchin' Rides Last Night
Started this discussion. Last reply by Cees de Bunje Dec 12, 2019. 1 Reply 0 Likes
If anyone here is familiar with the show "Bitchin' Rides" they started work on a '64 Eldo on the episode that aired last night (12/5). I really like the show and they build some amazing custom…Continue
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"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…"
"If you need I have some copper exhaust manifold gaskets for sale..."
"Not in West L.A. but about 15 miles away in Torrance is a place I can recommend. I work across the street and know the owner. He can certainly do what you are asking if your daughter wants to make the drive.
Lion's Automotive 340 Van Ness Ave.…"
"Tony,
After drilling the holes, I clamped them down on a mill and ran an end mill to cut the straights and connect the holes. I have the luxury of a machine shop at my disposal but copper is soft and easy to work with so I think the job could be…"
" Ian
Which tool did you use to cut the copper material
I do see the holes you drilled to help cut the box part out of the Center part of the gasket
Enjoy and thanks "
"I've had custom exhaust gaskets made for radial aircraft engines in both grafoil and copper. If there is an interest I could see about having sets made and was thinking copper as Ian has done but grafoil for the manifold to pipe gasket. If…"
"Dan
Very Nice job with the repairs
Sounds like the Super Hot Rod Classic Antique Cadillac is performing as expected after a bit of a reboot
Enjoy your great car —and one of a kind creation you have the pleasure of…"
"Nice job fabricating your gaskets. Here is a pretty good option that I use. They are grafoil gaskets from Remflex. I use them on my car with my home built headers and they work great. I would expect that they would work equally well on stock…"
"Very glad to here the copper exhaust gaskets are working as good as was anticipated
Will help many who are dealing with exhaust leaking issues to get them solved
A job you need to do only once and done due to difficulty
Enjoy and Stay…"
"Just to follow up on this, it's eight months down the road and all is well. Since I made mine, I've seen these on…"
"I agree completely on the cobwebs. If you're going to pick it up and photograph it, isn't that enough reason to wipe it down?"
"https://www.ebay.com/itm/1963-Cadillac-Horn/164217558552?hash=item263c211618:g:F-8AAOSwjYFeyfU-
I had seen it too. It's not the Holy Grail one or I would have bought it. Oh well, I'll keep searching."
Profile Information
- 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…
ContinueComment Wall (2 comments)
- 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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looking for a 429 heat riser and cruise control unit
Started by Christian Doerk in Wanted to Buy. Last reply by Kurt 58 minutes ago. 1 Reply 0 Likes
I am looking for a functioning heat riser valve and a cruise control for a 1964 Cadillac.In principle, the heat riser flap does not have to work. It is only important that the spacer / housing is not…Continue
Winter time cruise in Australia.
Started by Kevin Campbell in General Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge 2 hours ago. 3 Replies 2 Likes
The weather here in winter is great for a Cadillac cruise.Continue
Current 1963/64 Cadillac Listings on eBay
Started by Jason Edge in For Sale. Last reply by Jason Edge 2 hours ago. 1 Reply 2 Likes
To see all 1963/64 Cadillacs Listed on eBay in the USA…Continue
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Free 1964 parts before I throw them out
Started by Preston Bealle in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Russ Austin yesterday. 7 Replies 0 Likes
I have front brake drums and discs, a window, a window frame, and an air cleaner shroud. I don't need them and anyone can have them for shipping cost. I would guess the shipping would be $20-25 for…Continue
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64 Power Servo vacuum leak
Posted by Kent Prows on June 27, 2020 at 4:02pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
I finally got around to fixing a leak in my heater core. I decided to check to see if there were any other obvious issues while I had everything torn apart. When I put a vacuum directly (bypassing the transducer) to the power servo it gets to about 10" and then slowly leaks back to zero. The fan will not go to full and the mode door will not open completely. I have read a couple of other posts that said they repaired the power servo leaks. How? Does anyone have one to sell? I just…
Continue63 Caddy Horn
Posted by Robert Alan Shannon on May 27, 2020 at 9:25am 9 Comments 0 Likes
Just noticed a 1963 Caddy trumpet horn on Ebay. No part # given but some of his other items are 1963 specific, just throwin this out there, I have no connection to this listing .
Wiring connection help.
Posted by Jimmy Davis on May 24, 2020 at 9:15pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
Can someone help me figure where these connections go? I have a 64 60 special if it matters.…
Wood grain finally done.
Posted by Jimmy Davis on May 20, 2020 at 4:57pm 3 Comments 3 Likes
After years of wanting to, I finally redid my wood dash paneling on my 64 60s. Not too hard to do either.…
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