"Thanks to all. Looking into this tomorrow. Have not even tried to fit the standard air cleaner housing on the new Edelbrock so I have to look and see the degree of mismatch and then figure it out, and thanks to Russ for that option!"
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THE SAGA ENDS! My Carter carb is finally replaced properly with Edelbrock 1406
Started this discussion. Last reply by Preston Bealle Aug 13. 7 Replies 1 Like
I hope this is useful to others, it's a complex story. I was having starting issues and hesitation issues with my fuel flow in the '64 Deville and posted here. Various folks gave me excellent info on…Continue
Can't get new Carter AFB to IDLE, though it starts and runs nicely
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 Jul 11. 5 Replies 0 Likes
So, having been through many installations of a new Edelbrock 1406 with no success getting it to run smoothly, as documented here, and THANKS for everyone's help, I ordered a rebuilt Carter AFB.The…Continue
Edelbrock 1406 swap from Carter...still a completely unsatisfactory experience
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 Jun 27. 34 Replies 0 Likes
Thanks again for so much assistance on this swap from Carter AFB to Edelbrock 1406. Since I posted last, several things have happened and I'll go into some detail for those who might wish to attempt…Continue
Ready to quit on Edelbrock 1406 carb swap, 5 installations and always leaks a lot
Started this discussion. Last reply by Preston Bealle Jun 15. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Thanks to Tony, Russ, Jason and Michael for detailed assist on this. Yes, Jason, I read your carburetor project 4 times before I ordered the Edelbrock 1406. Got through most issues, although there…Continue
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Clovis replied to Preston Bealle's discussion THE SAGA ENDS! My Carter carb is finally replaced properly with Edelbrock 1406"I bought the adapter from Russ when I went to fuel injection. Not cheap but very solid piece "
Russ Austin replied to Preston Bealle's discussion THE SAGA ENDS! My Carter carb is finally replaced properly with Edelbrock 1406"I have the custom made air cleaner adaptors for the carb conversion. Made from a high temp resistant material, these will withstand the under hood temps. 50.00 plus shipping.
Please email me at russ85747@hotmail.com "
Tony and Ginny 429 replied to Preston Bealle's discussion THE SAGA ENDS! My Carter carb is finally replaced properly with Edelbrock 1406"Russ on this site sells the adapter for the stock air cleaner --i think
He should respond shortly
I have no need to have the stock air cleaner on my own car I think the stock air cleaner would restrict air flow more than an after market more free…"
Preston Bealle replied to Preston Bealle's discussion THE SAGA ENDS! My Carter carb is finally replaced properly with Edelbrock 1406"Tony, I think you mean Spectre air cleaner, not Spectra? You'd rather do that than get a ring adapter and have the original Cadillac air cleaner on there? I have not found that adapter yet, not as easy as people have said."
Tony and Ginny 429 replied to Preston Bealle's discussion THE SAGA ENDS! My Carter carb is finally replaced properly with Edelbrock 1406"Pls get an air cleaner on the car You are in danger of a motor fire without one Go to your local auto store and they will have one that will fits
You wana ask me how i know ?
I have a --Spectra air cleaner --on my Edelbrock 1406
It is the same as…"
Dennis Mobley replied to Preston Bealle's discussion THE SAGA ENDS! My Carter carb is finally replaced properly with Edelbrock 1406"I am glad you got it set up. I just got an intake from Jason, bought the Edelbrock and spacer. Jason mentioned he used a thicker intake gasket and not the thin metal one like the Felpro gasket. Does anyone know a brand and part # for the the thicker…"
Preston Bealle posted a discussionTHE SAGA ENDS! My Carter carb is finally replaced properly with Edelbrock 1406
I hope this is useful to others, it's a complex story. I was having starting issues and hesitation issues with my fuel flow in the '64 Deville and posted here. Various folks gave me excellent info on accelerator pump, filters, vacuum, etc, but I decided just a new carb was the way to go. I wanted a fix, not tweaks.Seemed easy, as I've exchanged carbs on a number of cars over the years. You undo 4 nuts and do a little tuning, it takes half an hour.There was a debate between replacement Carter…See More
Tony and Ginny 429 replied to Preston Bealle's discussion Can't get new Carter AFB to IDLE, though it starts and runs nicely"All good The point being to get the car running great - so you can Enjoy it as you SB
Enjoy"
Preston Bealle replied to Preston Bealle's discussion Can't get new Carter AFB to IDLE, though it starts and runs nicely"Thanks, Tony...I got the car running on the rebuilt Carter AFB just enough to get to the mechanic, who specializes in older cars. He drives a Chevrolet Monte Carlo. I told him "make it work with the Carter or the Edelbrock 1406, I do not care,…"
Tony and Ginny 429 replied to Preston Bealle's discussion Can't get new Carter AFB to IDLE, though it starts and runs nicely"Keep turning the screw on the linkage in ---until the car runs at an idle for you
Any adjustments on the screws on the front of the carb must be done on the proper guages ( or an air sensor ) only once when the carb is installed new after a very…"
Preston Bealle replied to Preston Bealle's discussion Can't get new Carter AFB to IDLE, though it starts and runs nicely"Thank you, sir! Now, it would sound like you're talking about the fast idle screw. I know about that, and on my "new" rebuilt carb, it does not engage so far. I am looking to my mechanic to sort that out, he knows carbs. But I…"
Tony and Ginny 429 replied to Preston Bealle's discussion Can't get new Carter AFB to IDLE, though it starts and runs nicely"It sounds to me like you need to increase the idle -- with the idle adjustment screw Not the screws in front of the carb which should not be touched after being set once With the car off -- get on the driver side of the car and remove the air…"
Preston Bealle posted a discussionCan't get new Carter AFB to IDLE, though it starts and runs nicely
So, having been through many installations of a new Edelbrock 1406 with no success getting it to run smoothly, as documented here, and THANKS for everyone's help, I ordered a rebuilt Carter AFB.The original problem was that the Carter AFB installed on my '64 convertible needed 15 pumps to start and always felt starved for gas. Adjustments did not help so I went to Edelbrock, and with many problems, went back to Carter AFB. The Carter I installed has the car starting OK and running smoothly, but…See More
Tony and Ginny 429 replied to Preston Bealle's discussion Edelbrock 1406 swap from Carter...still a completely unsatisfactory experience"What you think is a brake line -( looks like one ) --is a vacuum line from the back of the carb down to the transmission shift Modual -- that is vacuum operated by the Carter or Edelbrock carb Controls the transmissions shifting points That must…"
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Doing disc brake conversion and I need to change out the rims--what to get?
Posted on December 7, 2017 at 3:55pm 22 Comments 0 Likes
I'm having a mechanic change to '64 Deville convertible to disc brakes. He used the spacers that came with the kit but one side takes 2 spacers and the other 3, and there is a slight disconnect from the center hub from being so far out. It appears the best solution would not be further tinkering with spacers but a deeper 15" rim made for disc brakes. Does anyone know what rims might work that will allow the existing Cadillac hub caps to fit?
I have read everything I can find on disc…
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Started by Alex in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Ian Osborne 2 hours ago. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Hello! What a great group! A few years ago I owned a 64 Fleetwood Series 60 special and got hooked! I’m going to be looking for a 63/64 coupe early next year and am just looking for some pointers. I…Continue
New seats for 1963 4 door 4 window
Started by paul k in General Discussion. Last reply by Kevin Campbell 12 hours ago. 1 Reply 0 Likes
I pickup yesterday seats from my local upholstery shop.I did restore springs (remove rust with Rust Mort and paint with POR-15).I have to restore seat transmission etc.-yet.I like how it came out.I…Continue
On the Mend, Baby!
Started by Jason Edge in General Discussion. Last reply by Jeff Kinzler yesterday. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Since we are like family here, thought I would share the following that I…Continue
1964 seat belt length
Started by John Boening in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Mark S Anderson on Thursday. 4 Replies 0 Likes
It's my first time posting a question. I want to add seat belts front and rear to my 64 convertible. Seems like all suppliers have them in 60 or 74 inch lengths. Most passengers are of average…Continue
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Help with this repair Estimate.
Posted by Dj Lethal on December 13, 2018 at 7:05pm 11 Comments 0 Likes
I recently took my car to a “Cadillac” “Specialist here in Los angles CA.
After leaving my car to diagnose my steering column for not shifting properly. I get this txt from the shop owner. Mind you I just got the car and wanted to at least shift from the column without having to shift for the engine bay. Also wanted to get a price on dash lights to work. Basically I’m trying to feel out if he’s putting gravy on the labor.
Here we go. Parts Labor
Oil pump kit - 225 375… Continue
After leaving my car to diagnose my steering column for not shifting properly. I get this txt from the shop owner. Mind you I just got the car and wanted to at least shift from the column without having to shift for the engine bay. Also wanted to get a price on dash lights to work. Basically I’m trying to feel out if he’s putting gravy on the labor.
Here we go. Parts Labor
Oil pump kit - 225 375… Continue
63/64 Cadillacs for sale
Posted by Frank Herrera on December 10, 2018 at 7:41pm 3 Comments 0 Likes
Hi fellas!!
Well I recently found a guy here locally, who’s got about 8-9 63/64 Cadillacs convertible and hardtop coupes. I also recently found a 64 convertible Eldorado. I really want to purchase it here shortly. If anyone wants to buy it off me or the guy selling it, let me know ASAP. It’s really a great price. If anyone is looking for anything let me know. If you have Instagram my handle is @caddikingheartbreaker. You can also message me on here. I’ll check back from time to time. Or… Continue
Well I recently found a guy here locally, who’s got about 8-9 63/64 Cadillacs convertible and hardtop coupes. I also recently found a 64 convertible Eldorado. I really want to purchase it here shortly. If anyone wants to buy it off me or the guy selling it, let me know ASAP. It’s really a great price. If anyone is looking for anything let me know. If you have Instagram my handle is @caddikingheartbreaker. You can also message me on here. I’ll check back from time to time. Or… Continue
Although the radiator was not leaking, nor was the car running hot, I tool out the radiator today to have it boiled out and rodded out. Then I changed the oil and filter (filter is very easy to reach…
Posted by Norman Silverman on December 8, 2018 at 9:29pm 15 Comments 0 Likes
Although the radiator was not leaking, nor was the car running hot, I tool out the radiator today to have it boiled out and rodded out. Then I changed the oil and filter (filter is very easy to reach with the radiator out), then the thermostat got changed.
I'll have the radiator back from the shop on Monday, and will reinstall it then.
Still having…
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'63 Bumpers on L.A. Craigslist
Posted by Ian Osborne 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
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