Robert Sweeney
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Gas tank on my 1964

Started this discussion. Last reply by Robert Sweeney Apr 14, 2023. 4 Replies

Hi everyone,When I originally purchased the car I had a full tank of bad fuel. I noticed there was a drain plug in the tank.  I opened the plug and drained all the fuel.  No issues. Every since I…Continue

Running poorly

Started this discussion. Last reply by 3gk350qap28u3 May 9, 2020. 23 Replies

I could really use some help.My 1964 Model 62 is running poorly.  The car is 100% stock and has 47,000 miles on it.  I put the car away two weeks ago and it was running fine.  I started it up…Continue

Charging the air conditioning with R12

Started this discussion. Last reply by 3gk350qap28u3 May 23, 2019. 2 Replies

Hi Guys,The never ending saga continues.I'm thinking that rebuilding the rotary valve has the pneumatic system working now.  I have a vacuum pump and a new filter dryer.  I also borrowed a set of R12…Continue

Air Conditioning in my 1964 Cadillac

Started this discussion. Last reply by Robert Sweeney May 15, 2019. 17 Replies

I bought this beauty a year ago and at that time the AC system was flat.  I replaced a line that had a huge hole in it, pulled a vacuum, charged it with R12 and it started making cold air !!!! Oh…Continue

 

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Robert Sweeney replied to Robert Sweeney's discussion Gas tank on my 1964
"Gracias !"
Apr 14, 2023
Robert Sweeney replied to Robert Sweeney's discussion Gas tank on my 1964
"Thank you for the advice."
Apr 14, 2023
Jason Edge replied to Robert Sweeney's discussion Gas tank on my 1964
"The gas tank drain bolt (plug) is the same plug used for the oil pan and differential and can with a copper gasket.  Perhaps you left it off?  If it is there make sure the surfaces are clean and no burs on the copper gasket. They compress…"
Apr 13, 2023
Robert Sweeney posted a discussion

Gas tank on my 1964

Hi everyone,When I originally purchased the car I had a full tank of bad fuel. I noticed there was a drain plug in the tank.  I opened the plug and drained all the fuel.  No issues. Every since I reinstalled the plug I have an "ever so slight" drip.  I'm thinking about pulling the plug again and reinstalling the plug with some thread sealant and some type of rubber gasket.Anyone ever had a similar experience ? Any suggestions ?See More
Apr 13, 2023
Robert Sweeney replied to Robert Sweeney's discussion Running poorly
"I didn't even know there was an additional filter in the Carter.  I cleaned it.  Thank you.  I'll check the plugs again in a few weekends and let you know about rejetting the Carter.  I don't mind messing with the…"
May 9, 2020
Robert Sweeney replied to Robert Sweeney's discussion Running poorly
"Thanks.  Yes the PH 16 is for the my 1962 Alpine.  You are a real detective to notice that.  My dad was a mechanic.  When I was 13 I started hanging out with the wrong crowd.  Dad figured if he got me involved in…"
May 8, 2020
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May 8, 2020
Robert Sweeney replied to Robert Sweeney's discussion Running poorly
"Sitting at my bench with a cold beer. Can I get an Amen !!  Just got down changing the points, using a dwell meter and setting the timing.  A real education.  Didn't really make much of a difference.  Idled…"
May 8, 2020
Robert Sweeney replied to Robert Sweeney's discussion Running poorly
"Compression test was good.  166 -179 depending on cylinder.  Wires were good.  Getting spark to all cylinders.  Changed fuel filter.  Still running poorly. Next move is to install new points. I haven't changed points…"
May 7, 2020
Robert Sweeney replied to Robert Sweeney's discussion Running poorly
"I checked compression tonight.  Ranged from 166 to 179.  That sounds good to me.  You agree ?"
May 7, 2020
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Running poorly

I could really use some help.My 1964 Model 62 is running poorly.  The car is 100% stock and has 47,000 miles on it.  I put the car away two weeks ago and it was running fine.  I started it up yesterday and it was a different story.  It seems to run fine at highway speeds but when I pull up to a stop sign it feels like it is running on 7 cylinders.  It doesn't stall but comes close.  Trying to figure out what could have happened in two weeks time !Yesterday I did the following:Changed out plugs,…See More
Apr 26, 2020
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Charging the air conditioning with R12

Hi Guys,The never ending saga continues.I'm thinking that rebuilding the rotary valve has the pneumatic system working now.  I have a vacuum pump and a new filter dryer.  I also borrowed a set of R12 gauges.  I also have 30 pounds of R12 (long story). Can anyone point me to a procedure specifically for charging ?  I know the system is flat and tight now (I pulled a vacuum and it held for two days). See More
May 22, 2019
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May 15, 2019
Robert Sweeney replied to Robert Sweeney's discussion Air Conditioning in my 1964 Cadillac
"Thanks .  Just got done refinishing the valve.  No big deal.  Not very intimidating (once you've done it).  Thank for the advice."
May 15, 2019
Robert Sweeney replied to Robert Sweeney's discussion Air Conditioning in my 1964 Cadillac
"Hi Guys, Thanks for all your suggestions.  I have been troubleshooting the AC pneumatic system and all things point to the "rotary valve" on the passenger side interior.  I bought the $20 manual and it gives direction on how to…"
May 14, 2019

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Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
1964 Sedan Deville
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yes
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At 2:52pm on June 13, 2018, Jason Edge said…

Hi Bob! Fantastic pictures. I have your info and am signing you up to the Chapter Right now! Welcome aboard!

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Modern radio antenna …

Started by Mack in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion on Tuesday. 0 Replies

Just replaced radios for the modern radios with Bluetooth and all the dance things and wanted to share how I went around the antenna knob… I’ve installed a regular two way GM window switch in the…Continue

BOOT

Started by John Inglesby in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Marty Smith on Tuesday. 1 Reply

I recently purchased a new boot for my 64 convertible and was wondering how difficult it s to install. I'm not very mechanical. It looks like the chrome piece behind and at top of seats needs to be…Continue

63 Exhaust Hanger Mystery

Started by Mike Travers in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Cees de Bunje on Monday. 8 Replies

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

TH400 Dipstick Tube Seal

Started by Logan Robb in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Logan Robb on Monday. 9 Replies

In my “rebuild” of the transmission, I ordered a dipstick tube seal. However, I’m not sure if the right one came or how to best install the seal. I am wondering if anyone has replaced this seal OR…Continue

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Loud air moving sound within carb with cleaner removed

Posted by Dave Fehrle on March 23, 2024 at 3:23pm 8 Comments

While checking my Carter carb with engine running, I took the air cleaner off and there was a very loud hissing sound of air. I placed a piece of paper over the carb and it didn’t move up or down, is this normal?

Vintage Air AC

Posted by Chase on March 21, 2024 at 5:55am 0 Comments

Hey everyone, has anybody done a Vintage Air AC/Heat setup in their car? I want to bypass the old vacuum setup and go with a Vintage Air Gen 2 model. Before I get started, does anyone have any experience with this? (Which model to go with, do’s and dont’s, etc.) It looks pretty involved. Any and all info/pics would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

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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