Russ Austin
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Retirement

Started this discussion. Last reply by C. Van Tune Mar 7. 1 Reply

I have officially retired from my job and will be working full time in my own shop. My shop is The cadi Shack and I specialize in 63 64 Cadillac parts and service. My website is …Continue

test test

Started this discussion. Last reply by Russ Austin Jan 29. 2 Replies

Anyone home on the site? Continue

New parts supplier

Started this discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge Dec 24, 2023. 1 Reply

Jason, please add me to the parts supplier list.  The Cadi Shack.  www.thecadishack.com   Vail AZ   520-401-6369Continue

T-shirts and 2024 calendars are in.

Started this discussion. Last reply by Russ Austin Dec 12, 2023. 2 Replies

Get your 2024 63 64 Cadillac wall calendar for 15.00 plus shipping. The Cadi Shack has new T-shirts for 24.00  My own design for the front. I also have Cadillac cookie cutters for 5.00 each. Get a…Continue

 

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C. Van Tune replied to Russ Austin's discussion Retirement
"Congrats, Russ, on your retirement.  Very glad to know that your business now operating full-time for us Cadillac fanatics! All the best, Van"
Mar 7
Russ Austin replied to Logan Robb's discussion 1964 429
"The 64 series 75 block is the same as all 1964 Cadillac blocks. However, the crank is different, it has the Hydra matic crank in it.  In 65 the block changed, so look for the VIN on the LH side of the block. It will read 64*"
Mar 6
Russ Austin replied to Jose Hernandez's discussion Wanted front engine cover for a 390 (1963)
"I have a 64 cover that will bolt right up and upgrade the oil system on the engine. You will need to get 64 oil pump gears.  250.00 plus shipping.  Just email me at russ@thecadishack.com "
Mar 5
Russ Austin replied to Larry Rees's discussion cornering lights
"Thats all you will get with just the top clamp removed. There is a bottom clam as well. Be farefull to not damage the steering rag joint. "
Mar 3
Russ Austin replied to Larry Rees's discussion cornering lights
"There is a green wire on the turn signal switch that usually breaks. With the steering wheel off, you can see the green wire on the switch. test for power. If you want to remove the turn signal switch, it can be troublesome to remove. I use a small…"
Mar 2
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Retirement

I have officially retired from my job and will be working full time in my own shop. My shop is The cadi Shack and I specialize in 63 64 Cadillac parts and service. My website is New and Used Cadillac Parts | Vail, AZ | The Cadi Shack    The shops Facebook group (8) The Cadi Shack 63 64 cadillac parts and info | FacebookI would post my phone number, but the web scammer bots will pick it up. My…See More
Mar 2
Russ Austin replied to Michael Monson's discussion !964 429 Timing Cover
"Not sure off hand, but the shop manual has the specs in the back of the engine section. "
Feb 28
Russ Austin replied to Michael Monson's discussion !964 429 Timing Cover
"I have not dealt with Cadillac Kings much, but i have had good experiences with them on the few transactions we did do. I have a 64 timing cover for 250.00 plus shipping. The oil pump well is in good shape and the pump shaft hole mic check within…"
Feb 27
Russ Austin replied to C. Van Tune's discussion Power Steering Hose Questions
"There is 1 type of fitting or hose type for the 63 64 high pressure hose. The low pressure is a straight piece of tubing.  If you do not like Caddy daddy or any other manufacturer, just take the old hose to a shop and get one made up. "
Feb 26
Russ Austin replied to Larry Rees's discussion cornering lights
"Power comes from the turn signal switch. Check the connector at the steering column for power."
Feb 25
Russ Austin replied to Jeff Donaldson's discussion AC HEATER CONTROL VALVE W/ SENSING UNIT
"The new part is a Murray 74612 part number.  Found at Oriellys."
Feb 24
Russ Austin replied to Jeff Donaldson's discussion AC HEATER CONTROL VALVE W/ SENSING UNIT
"You will not find anything new with the vacuum portion of it. The vacuum portion is a thermal valve. It turns the AC system on when the engine warms up a bit.    I do have a part # for a new heater control valve, but I am off to work. I…"
Feb 23
Russ Austin replied to Ray Jacobs's discussion Hood for 1964 Cadillac DeVille Convertible
"I have a hood in Vail AZ  "
Feb 20
Russ Austin replied to Jose Hernandez's discussion Body mount bushings
"Jose, tghere is no body mount kit that I am aware of. A competent body shop who does frame offs should be able to identify and order their own body mounts for your car.   A vendor source would be OPGI or Caddy Daddy. "
Feb 15
Russ Austin replied to Logan Robb's discussion Transmission Mounts
"You can get the rear mount at CaddyDaddy.com It is a better mount than the stock one. Same shape and size, but engineered better so it wont collapse like the originals.  The trans has guide pins and will self align to the engine. The rear will…"
Feb 3
Russ Austin replied to Mike Travers's discussion 63 Booster Fitment
"I use the stock booster and it does leave a little bit of wanting for the pedal pressure. I drover a friends 63 with the disk brake conversion and the correct booster. It was a night vs day difference and I now have the correct booster waiting to…"
Feb 2

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Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
63 series 62 4 window sedan. 63 CDV
Cadillac LaSalle Club Membership Number? (Must be a member to Join Chapter & Website)
order #
1963/64 Cadillac Chapter Member?
no

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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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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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