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Preston Bealle
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Free 1964 parts before I throw them out
Started this discussion. Last reply by Russ Austin Jul 5. 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
Driver's window won't go up. Bought new motor but mechanic says replace the hinky switch panel, and I can't find one to buy.
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jim Murphy Jan 11. 8 Replies 0 Likes
My windows are slow up and down but all worked until the driver's window got stuck down. The lights dim when you hit the switch, indicating electronics should be OK, so I bought a new motor(maybe…Continue
Free front brake drums and shoes for '64 DeVille
Started this discussion. Last reply by Preston Bealle Sep 15, 2019. 7 Replies 0 Likes
I converted my '64 to front disc brakes. I have the drums and shoes and parts that the car came with. Anyone can have them if you want them, just pay shipping, which won't be cheap since they are…Continue
Driver's power window won't lift--buy a new motor?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Preston Bealle Jun 27, 2019. 5 Replies 0 Likes
The window's been fine as long as I've owned the car so I don't think it has an issue with the track. When you push the button to lift it, the lights dim, indicating to me that the wiring is OK…Continue
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"The drums fit the rear, once you remove the hub. If no one want s the carbs, I would take them please. My email is russ85747@hotmail.com"
"I converted to disc brakes in the front after I saw Jay Leno do it to a Chrysler Imperial and said it made all the difference. I'm happy with the result and will not go back to drums. But I hate to throw out the drums, though it appears I will…"
"I really do recommend that you do not get rid of the brake drums, as the repop drums are junk. You never know when you will need replacement.
What carburetor did you have on the car? "
"Preston, you can post as many pictures as you like, Just don't use the "File". Use "Image" and the pictures are displayed in your post:"
"Hi Preston, I sent you a PM. I'll take the air cleaner if it's not spoken for."
"Darien, Connecticut, near New York City."
"Where are you located ?
Enjoy"
Free 1964 parts before I throw them out
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 each piece except the heavy brake drums. My 64 convertible arrived with a lot of extra parts 3 years ago and I'm starting to get rid of them. I also have a couple of old carburetors since I switch mine to a new Edelbrock. More photos available as there are only 3 photo slots here. See More
"I've had trouble with my electric windows also. Turns out I had a broken wire in the bundle of wires that pass from the door frame into the drivers door. Lots of flex at that point and 50+ year old wire."
"Thanks for the detail! I like to work on the car, but it doesn't sound fun to access all four motors, dismantling quite a bit of the interior. I pretty much drive it 9 months a year with the windows and top down but I will do as much of this as…"
"The plastic wire shell doesn't carry current, it only separates the brass terminals inside which squeeze the pins of the switch, so replacing the plastic will do absolutely nothing except cosmetically. You need to fix the actual…"
"There are several on ebay at the moment. These are expensive ($100 on up). They can be taken apart, but the assembly is swaged or crimped together and getting this firmly back in place caused me problems. "
"I have a new reproduction base 85.00 plus shipping. Just email me at russ85747@hotmail.com"
"Although the listing says not a match for your Caddy, I believe it will work. The seller specializes in Buick parts and might have only listed the Buicks that it fits.
Check the photos of the switches in the listing. They look similar, if not…"
"Excellent suggestions, thank you. The listing for this part indicates NOT compatible with '64 Cadillac but it does look sort of close and could possibly be rigged to work in the absence of a perfect replacement. One the armrest is sealed up it…"
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- Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
- 1964 Deville convertible
- Cadillac LaSalle Club Member? If Yes, Membership #?
- no
- 1963/64 Cadillac Chapter Member?
- no
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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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- At 12:07am on September 12, 2019,
James Elkins said…
That's something I want to do. I checked with Summit but they were not sure if their kit would work with the wire wheels. I'm going to do more research and see what I can find.
- At 9:07pm on September 11, 2019,
I really like it. Where did you get the front disc brake conversion from and what wheels are you running?
- At 3:42am on October 13, 2016,
Jason Edge said…
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Bendix Power Brake Unit Power Section
Started by Mathis Richter in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Chris Codd yesterday. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Hi,I have a huge problem my POWER SECTION of the ``Master-VAC Power Brake unit 9´´Diameter ´´ from Bendix is Broken and I can't open it to replace al the rubber parts did some of you have auch Power…Continue
Third brake light -help please.
Started by paul k in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge yesterday. 8 Replies 0 Likes
Did anybody from the club install third brake light in the rear window in his Cadillac? I have problem to figure out how to do it. Can I just run wire from break pedal switch and second wire connect…Continue
Extra speakers in the cadillac.
Started by paul k in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion yesterday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Ok, I have another question. Since I will run wire for a brake light I might run speakers wires.I would like to install 2 extra speakers or maybe 4. What is best option. I do have 2 speakers already-…Continue
429 and 400 trans. for sale
Started by Mark C Bills in For Sale. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 on Monday. 6 Replies 0 Likes
I have an excellent running 429 with 400 trans.recently removed from my 64. It has electronic ignition, new water pump,new fan and clutch(not pictured),new fuel pump,Holley 650 vac. sec. carb. with…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 6 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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