"Frank, the soft parts are the felts in the vertical channels. Try steele rubber. "
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64 crank adaptor
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New crank adaptor ring. Now available at […Continue
new 64 THM filters for sale..
Started Dec 27, 2024 0 Replies 0 Likes
I have 2 new filter kits for the 64 THM transmission. 20.00 each.Please email me at russ@thecadishack.com …Continue
63 Coupe deVille for sale
Started Dec 23, 2024 0 Replies 0 Likes
I have a 63 CDV with factory bucket seats for sale. Engine runs and I have not driven the car. 44,000m miles, clean AZ title. I believe this is a California car as there is an emissions sticker on…Continue
Parts car #28 and 29 are lined up.
Started Dec 23, 2024 0 Replies 0 Likes
I brought in a 63 4 window sedan and a 64 6 window sedan for parts. Bumper buckets are sold and I do not have any in stock. Please send me an email if you would like any parts. …Continue
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"Are you setting the TV rod with the throttle rod disconnected from the carb? The vacuum dash pot hods the throttle open just a little bit. "
"Its not the TV rod, the trans is in need of a rebuild. Fluid is bypassing internal seals when hot. Try adding Lucas trans additive. "
"If you are changing the spherical joint, remove the nut and get a sledge hammer. It is stuck in there. "
"Shocks come out first, then the upper A arm so the car can be raised to remove the springs. "
"Try this one. Nos AC FB59 Air Cleaner Breather Embossed Original 6484966 | eBay"
"Good work"
"You will need to fatten up the mixture on the rods. The car will run very lean and hot on the road. I usually go 2 steps up on the power and cruise chart."
"Not understanding what you are after. "
"Thats the back up light wires, no need to do anything with them. I can usually repair the NSS if you send me pics to verify what is damaged. "
"I think that the gasket is more of a chaff guard that a seal. The original material of the seal is a nylon material or something like that. As an Aircraft mechanic for more than 37 years, that material type is used as an anti chaff between…"
"You got me curious and I looked at the boosters I have in stock. There is a gasket on all of them so it must be part of the booster itself. "
"The parts book does not show a gasket for the 63 64. It lists up to 58 for a body gasket. The corvette world has alot of reproduction parts that may work. "
"Michael, I have the oil filter assembly for you. If you have a NSS that is broken, I can usually repair them.
Please email me at russ@thecadishack.com "
"The resistor is in the airflow to keep cool. I would try just a regular resistor to start with. Radio Shack closing was a huge loss to alot of different hobbyists. There is always on line. "
"Have you checked on the oil sending unit? They like to leak at the top, or it could be valve covers leaking. "
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- At 10:48am on December 12, 2023,
Jason Edge said…
Hi Russ, Welcome Back to the Cadillac & LaSalle Club, The 1963/64 Cadillac Chapter and our Chapter Website.
It is good to have you back with us!
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Replace Choke Tube or Install Electric Choke?
Started by Michael Stinson in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Frank Murch 19 hours ago. 5 Replies 1 Like
My mechanic has sourced a choke housing and new internals. As you might expect, the choke tube is damaged and or clogged. My options are to either replace the choke tube, or my mechanic recommends…Continue
Tags: Electric Choke, Choke Tube
window regulators
Started by Frank Murch in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Frank Murch yesterday. 2 Replies 0 Likes
For years my winds have seemed to be looser and less accurate than most modern windows. I am thinking the soft parts are worn. Has anybody gone through thier window regulators and felts to restore…Continue
Correct whitewalls
Started by Richard Stanley in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion on Thursday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I just replaced my tires from Diamondback (I had bad results in the past from Coker). It was the second time, due to the age of the tires. About 18 years ago Diamondback made custom whitewalls…Continue
Dino Radiator Leak - Time to Recore!
Started by Jason Edge in General Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge on Thursday. 35 Replies 0 Likes
I had brought up the topic of radiator leaks as a discussion topic for our Chapter Zoom meet-up this past Sunday and thought I would share on our website for everyone and probably do a more formal…Continue
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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…
Loud air moving sound within carb with cleaner removed
Posted by Dave Fehrle on March 23, 2024 at 3:23pm 8 Comments 1 Like
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?
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