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Spacer in steering column

Started this discussion. Last reply by 3gk350qap28u3 Oct 8, 2023. 2 Replies

When fixing the turn signal switch in my 64, I found out that the spacer is missing in steering column. This is non-tilt version. with amazing luck I managed to acquire missing spacer within few…Continue

Rochester 4GC idle vent valve?

Started this discussion. Last reply by b4382978a0ca44ab9d351688c569b49a Aug 16, 2023. 6 Replies

Any idea how that idle vent valve is supposed to work in 64 Rochester 4GC? There is nothing in 64 Shop Manual and nothing in 64 Delco Rochester 4GC Bulletin. I assume open when idle and closed when…Continue

Steering gear compatibility

Started this discussion. Last reply by Matti Roth Mar 23, 2023. 2 Replies

The steering gear in my 64 is leaking from steering shaft side and I need to rebuild it. I have used steering gear from 70`s Monte Carlo available. Is there any reason why not to use that temporarily…Continue

Padding under the carpet?

Started this discussion. Last reply by 0j5tsd56vkwvh Aug 29, 2023. 7 Replies

I would appreciate any info where to put those loose padding pieces under the carpet. 4  big ones are quite simple but how about those smaller triangular parts?and where shall those long black pieces…Continue

 

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Matti Roth liked Logan Robb's discussion 1964 429
Mar 6
Matti Roth replied to Logan Robb's discussion 1964 429
"Hi there are stamping in the bottom of the block on driver side, and on top in rear. All is clearly presented in Shop manual which you should have if doing rebuild."
Mar 6
Matti Roth liked Tim's discussion 1964 Cadillac interior restoration/refurb
Jan 14
Matti Roth replied to Matti Roth's discussion My 64 Sedan Deville body reparations
"Thanks Tim! "
Jan 11
Tim replied to Matti Roth's discussion My 64 Sedan Deville body reparations
"Love your 64.  These cars will surprise you with comfort and quality.  Its making my 59 seem cool but meh haha.  Keep up the good work!"
Jan 10
Matti Roth liked Jason Edge's discussion New Picture with my Caddy - Post Yours
Nov 14, 2023
Jason Edge replied to Matti Roth's discussion My 64 Sedan Deville body reparations
"Matti, We need to do a full cover Chapter Newsletter Feature on your 64 Sedan de Ville. It would be an excellent follow-up to this month's feature of Bob Schles' 63 Eldorado.  Maybe when you see Bob's restoration project write-up…"
Nov 3, 2023
Matti Roth replied to Matti Roth's discussion My 64 Sedan Deville body reparations
"Finally I got my 64 registered and it is ready for street traffic. Winter is coming and cruising season is over here in Finland. Already now it feels great to notice that engine runs very smooth and TH400 shifts supersoft.  Several small bits…"
Nov 3, 2023
Matti Roth liked Michael Vogler's discussion My '64 deVille restoration is (mostly) finished.
Oct 30, 2023
Matti Roth replied to Jim Staruk's discussion Do I have a 3-speed or 4-speed Turbo Hydromatic Transmission?
"Hi Based on selector you have 3-speed TurboHydramatic."
Oct 22, 2023
Matti Roth replied to Matti Roth's discussion Spacer in steering column
"This spacer is not only making the cancel of turning signal, but it keeps that upper bearing  tight. Without the spacer the bearing is sloppy and steering wheel feels a bit loose. The pin in spacer need to point upward and goes to hole in…"
Oct 7, 2023
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Spacer in steering column

When fixing the turn signal switch in my 64, I found out that the spacer is missing in steering column. This is non-tilt version. with amazing luck I managed to acquire missing spacer within few days. Which position the spacer should be installed? Based on diagram, the pin is facing down. I wonder if anyone has photo how the spacer is positioned. …See More
Oct 5, 2023
Matti Roth replied to Logan Robb's discussion 64 Fleetwood Trans Issues
"Can you change from 2nd to 3rd gear manually?  ie. With warm engine drive fast (>50 mph)  with stick in 2nd gear and then move it to 3rd position. If it changes ok then valves and bands seem to work ok with warm engine. In that case I…"
Sep 16, 2023
Matti Roth replied to Logan Robb's discussion 64 Fleetwood Trans Issues
"It is true that 64 TH400 is not 100% identical to later years, but those differences are minor. Even here in Finland, far away from Caddy home, I can get 64 specific parts without problem. Unfortunately I am not able to tell the solution for…"
Sep 13, 2023
Matti Roth replied to Matti Roth's discussion Rochester 4GC idle vent valve?
"Thanks Luke. Do you mean 62 factory service manual?"
Aug 16, 2023
Matti Roth replied to Matti Roth's discussion My 64 Sedan Deville body reparations
"Hi Tony I used the biggest rebuild kit available from Rockauto. Bearings included there as well."
Aug 16, 2023

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Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
64 DeVille 4 window sedan
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Cadillac Original Ads - 1964 Standard Ads

Started by Jason Edge in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge 13 hours ago. 25 Replies

Just as I had done last December with the standard 1963 Cadillacs magazine ads, I have started scanning my 1964 Cadillac Ads, and will post here one by one, then combine into a single photo album and…Continue

Speedo Cable lubricant

Started by Logan Robb in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Logan Robb Mar 12. 4 Replies

Eventually I’ll replace the speedo cable if needed but I believe the dash will need to come out to do that. However, shortly, I will be replacing the transmission on my 64 Fleetwood and I was…Continue

63 Exhaust Hanger Mystery

Started by Mike Travers in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Robert Alan Shannon Mar 12. 1 Reply

I'm in the process of installing a stainless steel single exhaust from Classic Exhaust on my '63 Coupe de Ville. I'm running into a mystery regarding my middle exhaust bracket. I have the bracket…Continue

Yaw bumpers

Started by Ron Perry in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge Mar 10. 11 Replies

I have sent 2 photos of the Transmission yaw bumpers (side mounts) It appears they only touch the trans bellhousing on the very edge. Is that the correct position? Does not seem right to me but I…Continue

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accumulator dryer

Posted by CHRIS CARLSON on December 6, 2023 at 10:54am 0 Comments

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

'63 Eldorado trumpet horn + 2 standard horns restoration

Posted by Les Eastling on November 15, 2023 at 10:34am 1 Comment

My son, unbeknownst to me, had all three of the horns on our 1963 Eldorado completely restored. We had recently added the Eldorado trumpet horn to the two standard horns and the sound was not very good... we had heard good ones so we knew something was not right... but there was not much we could do to get better sound from the 3 horns. 

There is a restoration service called The Horn Works who my son…

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Clock ‘64 DeVille

Posted by Matt Vander Hooven on July 23, 2023 at 7:36pm 2 Comments

Is there still a member in the Detroit area that refurbishes clocks?

Matt VH

Spark Plug Heat Range

Posted by Patrick Westphal on July 7, 2023 at 10:00am 1 Comment

I found a diagram that illustrates the main factor in determining a spark plug heat range that I was trying to describe to you during the chapter get together.

Here it is:

 

The main factor is the length of the ceramic insulator from the middle of the spark plug to the tip (where the spark happens)  

The insulator…

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