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Tilt colum felt seal

Started Aug 31, 2024 0 Replies

Hi,the steering shaft of my 63 tilt steering column does not have any support at the lower (steering box) end (see the pic below).I think I have lost the felt seal shown in the manual (the lower…Continue

1963 Fire-Frost colors

Started this discussion. Last reply by SK Apr 16, 2021. 2 Replies

HiThe original color of my 1963 Eldorado is Frost Silver. I can find the PPG and Dupont paint codes from the web, but at least here in Europe paint shops are not able to mix paint with those old…Continue

63 ”Boomerang” bumber pieces + other parts

Started this discussion. Last reply by SK Mar 21, 2019. 2 Replies

Hello!My first post to this websiteI looking for some (trim) pieces for my 63 Cadillac:- Boomerang bumber pieces (in good or very good condition)- Front lower hood extension- Driver side back up…Continue

 

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SK replied to Logan Robb's discussion Brake wheel cylinder bore
"Hi Logan According to the shop manual, the front cylinders have a larger bore (1-3/16”) compared to the rear cylinders (1”). This makes sense, as the front brakes play a larger role in stopping the car. Additionally, RockAuto sells…"
Mar 19
SK replied to James Barnes's discussion Gear for power vent window
"The original gears seem to indeed have - or in my case had - only 14 teeth, while the reproduction has 17. I bought mine either from Hydro Electric or from TA Motor in Sweden. I believe it only opens 90 degrees. Additionally, the other end of the…"
Feb 9
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Tilt colum felt seal

Hi,the steering shaft of my 63 tilt steering column does not have any support at the lower (steering box) end (see the pic below).I think I have lost the felt seal shown in the manual (the lower pic). If so, I need one, so is there a reproduction available or does someone have a good used one? If the felt seal is just a rubber bushing, the measures could be enought. Measured on the column, the shaft seems to be 3/4” and the column (maybe) 1 3/16”. But how tall is the shaft?Many thanksSamu…See More
Aug 31, 2024
SK replied to Henrik Sonne Hansen's discussion Rear quarter panel filler
"Hi Henrik, It’s located at the upper back end of the rear quarter window pocket. I’m not fully sure about it’s main function, but it should also be the upper stop for the quarter window when the top is down. There is more info and…"
Aug 30, 2024
SK replied to Donald Swenson's discussion New steel brake line ROUTING. I cant remember where on my 1964 Convertible
"Hi Don, You can find detailed photos in the Nov 2015 Newsletter featuring Neil Gray’s 64 Eldorado frame off restoration. You find even more pics on this site: But I don’t think it’s possible to change the longest stainless brake…"
Feb 8, 2024
Jason Edge commented on SK's blog post Temperature gauge not working properly
"I received my 5 sending units today and they are spot on in terms of expected resistance reading and operation in my 64 Coupe de Ville. The 4 extras will be for sale for $20 each ($15 for Chapter Members).  I also of course still have a good…"
Oct 26, 2023
Jason Edge commented on SK's blog post Temperature gauge not working properly
"That is good news, Bob. I ordered 5 and will do a comparison with the original I have in my car. Jason. "
Oct 23, 2023
Robert Schles commented on SK's blog post Temperature gauge not working properly
"It recently bought an ACDelco temp sensor from…"
Oct 23, 2023
Jason Edge commented on SK's blog post Temperature gauge not working properly
"That is good news indeed. Now, if they would only start reproducing the correct replacements. The list if defective replacement parts is growing!"
Oct 23, 2023
SK commented on SK's blog post Temperature gauge not working properly
"Better late than never: I finally plugged in the good used temp sensor bought from Jason, and the problem is solved. The temp gauge stayed now at the lower 1/4 mark. The weather was allready quite cold (~35 degrees Fahrenheit), but with the previous…"
Oct 23, 2023
Jason Edge commented on SK's blog post Temperature gauge not working properly
"As Chris noted, most new temp sending units (at least the ones from China) are mis-calibrated and give a false hi reading. I have a good used sending unit that gives a resistance in the correct range I have seen for good sending units over the years…"
Mar 23, 2022
Chris Codd commented on SK's blog post Temperature gauge not working properly
"I was just talking about this with Jason the other day as my car is doing the same thing. The new temperature sensors can be junk straight out the box. I believe Jason might have an extra used original one. I just ordered one from him…"
Mar 23, 2022
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Temperature gauge not working properly

The temperature gauge of my 63 Eldorado does not work properly.It goes slowly all the way up and stays there, while the true temperature is around 155-160 F (water in the radiator and/or the top of the thermostat housing).Where should I start to solve the problem? The gauge itself, the temperature sensor, or the wiring? Or something else? The sensor is a new (aftermarket part) and the thermostat worked fine when I tested it in a saucepan. Many thanks-SamuSee More
Mar 23, 2022
SK commented on SK's blog post What is the color of this 63 Eldorado - aquamarine or green?
"Thank you, Jason! -Samu"
Oct 27, 2021
Jason Edge commented on SK's blog post What is the color of this 63 Eldorado - aquamarine or green?
"Looking at my Color & Selections Book, and Paint Chip Charts definitel looks like Frost Green Exterior and Emerald Interior. the Aqua exterior and Beryl have more blue."
Oct 24, 2021
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What is the color of this 63 Eldorado - aquamarine or green?

Hi, I really like the color combination of this 63 Eldorado (sold long time ago by Volocars).The ad states aqua exterior and green interior but unfortunately there is no pic on the cowl tag.   Is the exterior color ’Frost aquamarine’ and interior ’Beryl’?Or is the exterior green, ’Frost green’ and interior ’Emerald’?-SamuSee More
Oct 24, 2021

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Temperature gauge not working properly

Posted on March 23, 2022 at 2:43pm 7 Comments

The temperature gauge of my 63 Eldorado does not work properly.

It goes slowly all the way up and stays there, while the true temperature is around 155-160 F (water in the radiator and/or the top of the thermostat housing).

Where should I start to solve the problem? The gauge itself, the temperature sensor, or the wiring? Or something else? The sensor is a new (aftermarket part)…

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What is the color of this 63 Eldorado - aquamarine or green?

Posted on October 24, 2021 at 2:33pm 2 Comments

Hi, 

I really like the color combination of this 63 Eldorado (sold long time ago by Volocars).

The ad states aqua exterior and green interior but unfortunately there is no pic on the cowl tag.   

Is the exterior color ’Frost aquamarine’ and interior ’Beryl’?

Or is the exterior green, ’Frost green’ and interior ’Emerald’?

-Samu…

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Quick weekend project

Started by Logan Robb in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Logan Robb 7 hours ago. 2 Replies

Looking to replace the belts and rad hoses. anyone have the part numbers for a 1964 Fleetwood w AC? thanks! Continue

Website Header - Experimenting with Rotating Member Cars

Started by Jason Edge in General Discussion. Last reply by Dennis P. DiBari yesterday. 5 Replies

I was thinking or rotating member 63's and 64's up in the header and used Mark Geertsma's 1963 Sedan de Ville as a test car. It gets a little grainy making the picture that small, but not too bad.…Continue

Coolant Overflow Bottle / Reservoir for 64 Cadillac Eldorado

Started by Michael Stinson in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Dennis P. DiBari on Wednesday. 6 Replies

Greetings Everyone.  I read a discussion thread about "radiator and related", covering coolant overflow.  Has anyone fitted an overflow reservoir / bottle to their 64 Cadillac?  Is there if a…Continue

Tags: Radiator, Bottle, Reservoir, Overflow, Coolant

Techniques for replacing pinion seal on differential

Started by allen dilley in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Dennis P. DiBari on Wednesday. 5 Replies

My 63 Park Avenue has a leak at the differential.  My accomlished, experienced, and reliable mechanic has never replaced a seal of this type. I have a pinion seal and differential gasket.  I also…Continue

Tags: Replacement, Seal, Pinion

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Edelbrock Carb Block off Plates

Posted by Chase on March 12, 2025 at 2:05pm 13 Comments

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…

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'63 Tailfin Tales

Posted by Mark Mata on February 22, 2025 at 5:00pm 9 Comments

New old stock seat material

Posted by Ray Schick on August 22, 2024 at 6:25pm 2 Comments

I bought this seat material thinking that it’s…

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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?

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