"On our 64 convertible, the power source of interest was a relay located behind the drivers side kick panel.
Also the door panel switch on the drivers door."
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front engine pulley removal
Started this discussion. Last reply by tom servas Oct 27, 2019. 33 Replies 0 Likes
Am removing the front cover on our 64 engine with AC. Have all 6 bolts that hold the pulley onto the damper removed, can wiggle the pulley BUT it will not come fully off the damper, Is there…Continue
decorative stainless plates
Started Aug 27, 2019 0 Replies 0 Likes
Any know what this plate if for. Removed a pair from the front door panel that was incorrectly installed on our 64 convertible. Plates are stainless and about 2 3/4 " by 5" with a welded extension in…Continue
fender belt line trim moulding removal
Started this discussion. Last reply by tom servas Jun 28, 2019. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Well I finally located a nice front fender side(belt line) trim molding to replace the beat up one on the passenger side of our 64 Convertible.Question is:: how do I remove the existing trim piece…Continue
64 Convertible rear seat back
Started this discussion. Last reply by tom servas May 24, 2019. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Hello , I am re- installing the rear seats in our 64 Convertible and looking for verification of how high/low to install the seat back. Can anyone show a photo of their rear (upright portion) seat…Continue
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"When we bought our 64 convert it had a, 6 way, front seat WITHOUT the armrest( from a 63).
We swapped it for a ,6 way, front seat with the armrest."
"I believe there is an oil slinger on the front of the timing chain that slings splash oil to lubricate the chain."
"We bought our seat material, sewn, from Automotive Interiors-- Belchertown Mass 1 800 814 7533.
Excellent"
"YOU SURE GOT THAT RIGHT. Those cobalt bits are terrific on metal."
"On some applications it is more like 100x!! Those regular bits can be useless on hardened bolts and metal!"
"Jason, When I referred to 10x and 15x I was referring to the published LIFE of the Milwaukee cobalt drill bits as printed on their packaging."
"10 or 15 would be over kill and not needed for this application. Main thing is do not use standard or stainless. Stainless is about the same strength as stainless bolts.. just a tad more, but many have the misconception they are super strong. The…"
"Jason
I used the Milwaukee "cobalt" drill bits like you described. They worked just fine.
Some are rated 15x now with some as 10x.
Started putting some release lubricant on the bolt part that is still in the block earlier today.
Thx"
"Tom, A couple of points: 1st: Not sure why anyone would go thru the process to drill out broken bolt and install helicoil and not use a Grade 5, or better yet Grade 8 bolt. They are readily available. But, I've seen some really crazy…"
"So, I finally got the front cover of the 64 engine.
Here is what I found.
Whoever changed the timing chain/gears and water pump years ago--must have had a problem withe the threads in the block. For one bolt location, They inserted a helicoil…"
"I am removing the front cover so I can see -- and get to a length of the bolt equivalent to the width of the front cover. Looking to getting a vice grip or pipe wrench onto the remnants of the bolt.
Decided to take off the front cover rather…"
"See Jason video on engine broken bolt removal
The key is the correct kind of drill bit and a set of E-Z Out tools will get it done
Once the center of the bolt is drilled out it releases the bolt easily
A good chance once the…"
"We were lucky enough to find the 62 as a convertible as well as the 64.
The 62 is totally original ,in storage since 78. I currently have it in a garage and hope to get to it once this 64 is drivable. 62 is olympic white,soft ray glass,power vent…"
"The 64 and 62 have been my own personal favorite Classic Antique Cadillac of all time myself
Both were convertibles with air
Enjoy "
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- Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
- 64 deville convertible
- Cadillac LaSalle Club Member? If Yes, Membership #?
- no
- 1963/64 Cadillac Chapter Member?
- no
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rear turn signal bulbs
Posted on November 28, 2017 at 6:19pm 8 Comments 1 Like
May be a simple question--What is the best way to replace the rear turn signal bulbs in the 64 deville convertible. What should be removed to get at the bulbs?
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Jason Edge said…
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- Click Here for more information on joining the 1963/64 Cadillac Chapter and the Cadillac LaSalle ClubBe sure and check out all the links and pages and make yourself at home. The Help Page at www.help.6364cadillac.com will have links to many useful articles and information about our Cadillacs.
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Reflector!
Started by Don Savory in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 3 hours ago. 1 Reply 0 Likes
one of my rear reflectors must have fallen out and I’m having trouble finding a replacement. Anyone know where to find these for a 63? It’s the one between the tail lights .Continue
Rear trailing arm bushings- premature failure
Started by Doug Scarrow in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge yesterday. 97 Replies 0 Likes
Last fall I replaced my rear yoke and trailing arm bushings . Now with 410 miles on them the large rear trailing arm bushings are done . I contacted Rare Parts the maker and they were defensive…Continue
Classic Cadillac Parts For Sale - Misc Items
Started by Jason Edge in For Sale. Last reply by Jason Edge yesterday. 171 Replies 12 Likes
I have posted a few Misc items over on my Classic Cadillac Parts Facebook page at…Continue
Current 1963/64 Cadillac Listings on eBay
Started by Jason Edge in For Sale. Last reply by Jason Edge yesterday. 0 Replies 1 Like
To see all 1963/64 Cadillacs Listed on eBay in the USA…Continue
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Looking for 63 Convertible / Coupe rear side trim
Posted by Gene McIlroy on January 24, 2020 at 12:18pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Want to find a good straight dent free rear side trim for my 1963 Convertible. I have both sides but they do not match. Wanting to get them to match. I am attaching a photo of the two trim sided that I have really wanting the squared off trim if I can get it. Let's see what you have,…
Road Trip
Posted by Ray Schick on January 21, 2020 at 9:00pm 7 Comments 0 Likes
Got a little cabin fever this morning,decided to take a road trip to Hickory Corners Michigan, The Gilmore Museum. It’s about 2 1/2 hours from my home . Place is awesome,I was really impressed.
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1964 429 Aluminum Front Cover For Sale!
Posted by Jeff Kinzler on January 12, 2020 at 3:30pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
I wound up with an extra front cover for my '64 and offering it for sale.
Purchased from a knowledgable part supplier with thorough hands-on knowledge of 63-64 Cadillac engines, who checked the part before sending it to me. The oil pump driven gearSee S bore and the pressure relief piston bore are both .002 over and within the .005…
ContinueLooking for the Rochester Choke Tube ...
Posted by Mack on January 10, 2020 at 1:14am 3 Comments 0 Likes
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Looking to buy the choke tube for my Rochester... anybody have one for Sale???
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