"Thanks, Bill. That makes sense.
This will have to wait as I am now in the middle of tracing down a short and a radio issue in my 64 Imperial. NOTE: Because the dash top comes right off on the Caddy, it is MUCH easier to do any work behind the dash…"
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Which Shocks for my 64 SDV are MOST like Originals?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Norman Silverman Feb 24. 4 Replies 0 Likes
I am considering replacing the shocks in my 64 SDV. They're not terrible, but are a little too wishy-washy. I want to replace them with shocks that most closely approximate the original damping rate…Continue
64: BULB FINALLY INSTALLED BUT CLOCK, GAUGE LIGHT AND RADIO DO NOT ILLUMINATE
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge Jan 9. 14 Replies 0 Likes
HELLO ALLSo, after 4 hours work to remove and replace the bulb behind the "defrost" on the HVAC panel, the same bulbs that started me doing this are still out-even though I replaced all three of…Continue
ONE RELUCTANT DASH BULB-CANNOT GET TO IT-THE ONE ON THE HVAC CONTROL BEHIND THE WORD DEFROST.WHAT'S THE SECRET?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Dennis P. DiBari Jan 9. 4 Replies 0 Likes
HELLO ALLToday I opened up the dash on my 64. I took off both the top and the cover plate under the steering column. I did this because several of the LED bulbs I had previously installed had burned…Continue
A FUNNY THING HAPPENED TO ME ON THE WAY TO SELL MY 64: A KNOWLEDGEABLE COLLECTOR SOLD IT BACK TO ME!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge Jan 6. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Hello AllAs I am getting older and less able to tend to my 3 old cars, I decided to sell one of them. It turned out to be my 64 Caddy, so I advertised it locally. Several people showed up and…Continue
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"Norm, I was able to get enough of the end of the lower passenger side climate control bulb to get it out but was not able to get it back in that way. So what I did to replace that socket was to use a 17mm 6 point socket and a short extension to…"
"Thanks, Dennis"
"Thanks, Jason. I will contact you privately
Norm"
"These Gabriel Gas shocks are excellent! A great recommendation.
Dennis DiBari"
"I have been running and selling the Gabriel Gas Cushioned shocks as a good new replacement for at least 20 years now! The front shock is 82109, and the rears are 82125. They give excellent "shock absorption and…"
Which Shocks for my 64 SDV are MOST like Originals?
I am considering replacing the shocks in my 64 SDV. They're not terrible, but are a little too wishy-washy. I want to replace them with shocks that most closely approximate the original damping rate so that the original ride feel is not changed.I am NOT after "handling" or anything that will firm up the ride -just as smooth a ride as was intended by our cars' manufacturer.So, who likes what for this?ThanksNormSee More
"When you have several items suddenly out I would always check a fuse. I saw this yesterday but was on the road and thought the Instruments & Back Up Light fuse might be the cause. If no fuse was blown and you just had/have lights dimming that…"
"Norm,
Necessity is the mother of invention - unequivocally!! Manipulation and perseverance is the key; just as you did! Excellent work.
Dennis DiBari"
"Dennis
Thank you for your encouragement and input
Norm"
"I finally did it! It took about four hours total.
I was unable to get a remote look with either a mirror or my TV probe: a combination of too little space and too litle dexterity. Plus it hurts to be upside down for that length of…"
"Norm,
GREAT WORK - they work now so you are good with this!!!!
Talk soon.
Dennis DiBari
Great conversations!"
"I put back the incandescent bulbs in gauge pack, clock and radio and all now work, but not as brightly as I'd like. I think I'm done chasing this.
Thanks
Norm"
"Norm,
Sounds right. Has to be in that circuit. The wiring is 60 years old and VERY delicate. I try not to touch too much in that area. Some good news for you with the regulator!
Dennis DiBari"
"Dennis
I put a battery condition meter on it and it registers a constant high. PLUS, this is happeing ONLY to the bulbs on the Gauge pack (1), the clock(1) and the radio(which will not illuminate). Something along the circuit may be shorted, but…"
"Norm,
When you put the voltmeter on the battery terminals with the engine running, what is the voltage reading? It should be approximately 14.4 volts. If it is not consistent, the regulator is not working…"
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- Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
- 1964 Coupe De Ville
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- yes
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Is there a separate Starter Relay, or does the Solenoid serve that purpose?
Posted on August 30, 2019 at 5:57pm 7 Comments 0 Likes
Hello All.
I will be replacing the starter solenoid tomorrow (actually my mechanic will do the work, I'll just supervise). In checking the FSM electrical schematic and chapter verbiage, I don't see anything that looks like (or is referred to as) a starter Relay. It seems the Starter Solenoid serves the function and there's no separate relay. Right or Wrong?
If wrong, where…
ContinueStarter Solenoid replacement-how difficult? Where to buy?
Posted on August 20, 2019 at 8:24pm 4 Comments 0 Likes
Hello All.
I believe the starter solenoid has gone bad in my 64 DeVille. When I turn the key, often all I get is a click, then if I try a few times again the starter turns perfectly. All battery cables are on tight and the battery is good. So, I believe this problem is the solenoid. Where do I buy the right solenoid and is it necessary to remove the starter in order to swap it out? …
Continue64 Recirc/Fresh Air Door Actuator replaced; FROM THE INSIDE.
Posted on February 4, 2019 at 11:21pm 2 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…
ContinueSource for Motor mounts and Trans mounts 1964 SDV
Posted on January 9, 2019 at 4:23pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
Hi.
Where is the best place to purchase good quality motor mounts/trans mounts for my 1964 SDV? I see that Rock Auto has them for $8 and change, and others for $24 and change. Big difference. Is there a better place to buy them from?
Thanks
Norm
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- At 4:47pm on August 27, 2012,
Jason Edge said…
Hi Norm,
Welcome to the new 63/64 Cadillac site.
Jason.
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Commercial Chassis Dual Battery Tray Questions
Started by Michael Monson in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge 23 hours ago. 2 Replies 0 Likes
I'm looking for some info and hopefully some pictures on the commercial chassis dual battery setup. Is the second battery tray (driver side) , the same as the passenger side or is it mirrored? I'm…Continue
Meet-Up of 1964 Cadillacs in downtown El Segundo Car Show August 16
Started by Jason Edge in Chapter Discussion yesterday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Chapter member Alan Clark and owner of a 1964 Eldorado sent this and wanted to share with everyone in case there are others nearby that might want to attend:"I'd like to invite the 63/64 chapter…Continue
The $120,000 1963 Eldorado on Bring a Trailer
Started by Jason Edge in General Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge on Friday. 7 Replies 0 Likes
I have got a flood of email, texts, about the 63 Eldo that recently bid up to $120,000 and thought I would share for those that have not seen it.Here is the link:…Continue
Fuel Supply System - Check Points Beyond the Fuel Pump
Started by Jason Edge in General Discussion Aug 6. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Incredibly, in 3 days I have had 3 people ask about replacing their fuel pump or even adding an electric fuel pump because there carb is not getting gas. It has gotten to the point I have copied and…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
Edelbrock Carb Block off Plates
Posted by Chase on March 12, 2025 at 2:05pm 14 Comments 1 Like
Hey guys,
I have installed the same Edelbrock carb and have done everything the same as Jason’s carb and intake project. In the spring and summer months the car starts, runs and idles great! In the fall and winter months on a cold start, the car starts awful and wants to die until it warms up. I have to keep my foot on the throttle until it warms up or it will idle just terrible and try to die. Once it’s warm, it runs fantastic! Whats going on here? I was thinking of removing the…
ContinueNew 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…
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