"In general in terms of engine back items painted black:
- Cowl/firewall, under hood and inner fenders will be satin black,
- Corner braces/brackets and radiator support, will be more of a semi gloss, a bit more sheen.
- Oil Filler cap, air filter…"
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"I agree, no need for gasket maker. Just clean surfaces, make sure you bolts threads are clean (female threads in casing and male on bolt shank) and make sure they turn easily and torque to spec (13 ft/lb). Main think is don't overtighten!"
"Hi Russ,
I will email you with info. for your calendars.
Dennis DiBari"
"Hi Sammy,
I've been doing these tranny tune ups for myriad years in my dad's shop since the 70's. After spotlessly cleaning the pan and gasket detritus, we applied a thin layer of heavy duty grease around the…"
"Hi. doin' the same on my 63 CdV these days.What I'm not sure: using gasket maker (high temp silicone) on both sides on the new transmission pan seal or not?Read different opinions on that...Thanks for help.Sammy"
"Matti
I looked in the manual and I did not see anything specific to that. I want to take the frames out also to get them re chrome."
"Factory Shop Manual is your best friend.
You need to remove the upper stoppers of the windows, then lift the window a bit higher than usual limit, and you can open the screws which hold the chrom trims in place."
Window Frame removal
Has anyone removed the window frames from the doors. I want to get my frames re chromed and need to remove all windows, I did not see a "help" topic on this. Has anyone done this before? I would appreciate any information before I attempt to tackle this. I'm a novice mechanic at best. See More
"Yeah, I bought some touch-up paint from paint scratch too. They don't have any listing, or at least I did not see any listing, for satin black. The only place I found the color type "satin black" was at Eastwood. Plenty of flat and…"
"Hi Scott,
I am not sure about the engine compartment - the right type of black to use. I got all of my touch up paint for my car from Paint Scratch.com. They have great body touch up paint. Maybe will have…"
"OK Dom. Keep CPR as a good resource, being you are also in NY.
Dennis"
"Dennis
Thank you and I also found one on JEGS but not sure it is the correct part. The picture shows correct part but you know how that could go.
Thank you
Dominic"
"Hi Dominic,
I just replaced my passenger side fender trim. Mine is 65 3/4" long; it's a 1964 Series 62. I searched everywhere for a year and finally got it from CPR (Cadillac Parts and Restoration). He…"
"Scott,
Great news and no leaks! When the sun comes out after Helena, top down and another spin!
Dennis DiBari"
64 Convertible Parts
HelloDoes anyone know who would have a 1) "Top Boot Slide Rail" for my convertible top boot.2) Driver side solid Fender TrimI asked Jason and Russ and neither one has one. Any help would be appreciated.ThanksDominicSee More
" Thanks Dennis. I'm pretty sure the coolant leaks are fixed. Like I wrote, I put about 50 miles on the car and a good chunk of that was highway. I kept an eye on the temperature gauge. When I got her home, nothing dripping, no funny odor,…"
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engine compartment color
Started by Scott Santora in Restoration Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge 1 hour ago. 3 Replies 0 Likes
My car's paint code is 10, Ebony Black. Does anybody know if Eastwood's "Original Chassis Black Satin" is the correct engine compartment color? I only need to do some touch-up and at least for right…Continue
Trans Pan Seal Replacement
Started by Logan Robb in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge 1 hour ago. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Since I purchased my 64 Fleetwood nearly a year ago, its had a transmission leak that has gradually gotten worse. Not to mention the intermittent no shift to third issue I have been struggling to…Continue
2025 calendars are ordered.
Started by Russ Austin in General Discussion. Last reply by Dennis P. DiBari 21 hours ago. 1 Reply 0 Likes
The 2025 63 64 Cadillac wall calendars have just been designed and ordered. I only order 50 and I sell out each year, so get yours early to guarantee a calendar.$15.00 plus shipping. Please email me…Continue
wiper blade refills.
Started by Russ Austin in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion yesterday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I picked up a batch of wiper blade refills. 18 inch refill set for $20.00 plus shipping.Please email me at russ@thecadishack.comContinue
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New 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?
Vintage Air AC
Posted by Chase on March 21, 2024 at 5:55am 0 Comments 1 Like
Hey everyone, has anybody done a Vintage Air AC/Heat setup in their car? I want to bypass the old vacuum setup and go with a Vintage Air Gen 2 model. Before I get started, does anyone have any experience with this? (Which model to go with, do’s and dont’s, etc.) It looks pretty involved. Any and all info/pics would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
accumulator dryer
Posted by CHRIS CARLSON on December 6, 2023 at 10:54am 0 Comments 0 Likes
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
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