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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 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
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
SK replied to SK's discussion 1963 Fire-Frost colors
"Many thanks Ian. It certainly looks that Autocolorlibrary would be able to mix the paint."
Apr 16, 2021
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1963 Fire-Frost colors

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 codes.Could you advise me: are you able to mix the orginal colors in the USA or does someone know a modern reference color? I know that one option would be to use the paint chart chips, but I have not seen a chart which would have had the fire-frost chips.My car was repainted probably in the early…See More
Apr 13, 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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Cadillac Original Ads - 1964 Standard Ads

Started by Jason Edge in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge 13 hours ago. 25 Replies

Just as I had done last December with the standard 1963 Cadillacs magazine ads, I have started scanning my 1964 Cadillac Ads, and will post here one by one, then combine into a single photo album and…Continue

Speedo Cable lubricant

Started by Logan Robb in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Logan Robb Mar 12. 4 Replies

Eventually I’ll replace the speedo cable if needed but I believe the dash will need to come out to do that. However, shortly, I will be replacing the transmission on my 64 Fleetwood and I was…Continue

63 Exhaust Hanger Mystery

Started by Mike Travers in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Robert Alan Shannon Mar 12. 1 Reply

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

Yaw bumpers

Started by Ron Perry in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge Mar 10. 11 Replies

I have sent 2 photos of the Transmission yaw bumpers (side mounts) It appears they only touch the trans bellhousing on the very edge. Is that the correct position? Does not seem right to me but I…Continue

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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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Clock ‘64 DeVille

Posted by Matt Vander Hooven on July 23, 2023 at 7:36pm 2 Comments

Is there still a member in the Detroit area that refurbishes clocks?

Matt VH

Spark Plug Heat Range

Posted by Patrick Westphal on July 7, 2023 at 10:00am 1 Comment

I found a diagram that illustrates the main factor in determining a spark plug heat range that I was trying to describe to you during the chapter get together.

Here it is:

 

The main factor is the length of the ceramic insulator from the middle of the spark plug to the tip (where the spark happens)  

The insulator…

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