Tags:
Michael, this insulation was installed upside down. That is the backing tearing off & hanging down. You will have to remove it all, clean the mounting surface and install new insulation with the fabric side glued to the hood. Some cars (like my 76 Seville) have the fabric side down but it is attached with clips, not glue.
Kurt,
Thanks for the post. Do you know where I can get the insulation and proper adhesive?
Mike
If you Google "1964 Cadillac hood insulation" several suppliers pop up. I bought mine so long ago, I don't remember where I got it. You will also find several discussions online as to which side goes down. I remember researching that before installing mine. Actually on the original insulation, neither side had a fabric backing. I used contact cement to attach mine.The fabric backing offers a more uniform surface for the glue to adhere to.
I’ll look it up today.
I have a cruise event tonight. Do you think it will be a problem to duct tape the insulation up until I get the new insulation? I’m concerned about the current falling insulation getting caught up in the belts, and removing it my result in excessive heat on the hood metal and damage the new paint. Thoughts?
You can duct tape it in the meantime. I understand your concern about your new paint. Personally I drove my car for years with no hood insulation, even after I got my car painted and the heat was not excessive enough to damage the paint. I think the insulation is mainly for sound deadening as I've seen many cars with no hood insulation from the factory. The diesel Cadillacs from the 80's had extra hood insulation to muffle that clattering Olds diesel (a sound which I actually like : )
No problem at all regarding the paint with the hood sound insulation removed
I have no hood insulation for many years —- all good
Understand your concern with the brand new paint job - but you will be just fine
Enjoy
Do enjoy your cruise event
You should be a big hit with that fine ride
Enjoy
I would remove any hanging hood insulation until you have the chance to replace it as not sure how well the duct tape will stay bonded with the engine heat
You will be fine with it off
Just my 2 cents
Enjoy
Gentlemen,
Thank you for all your advice. I ended up simply pulling off the insulation that was hanging down and went to the cruise. Had a great time!
Ordered new insulation from Caddy Daddy And will install it when it arrives.
Problem solved!
Mike
Started by Kai Dröse in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 8 hours ago. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Hi from germany,i know here is a many content about wiring plans and so on.but i need the correct wiring plan for my new dream car ;) the passenger window does not work…Continue
Started by Logan Robb in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 on Tuesday. 10 Replies 0 Likes
I've posted a few times about the strange issue I have with the trans on my 64 Fleetwood. When it gets warm and up to temp, I loose 3rd gear, but I never loose reverse. According to multiple sources,…Continue
Started by Henrik Sonne in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 on Tuesday. 14 Replies 0 Likes
First I will start by saying, I am a newbie. Recently purchased a ´56 HT, which has a 390" from a ´63 in it. I have decided to put a new Holley on it, but not 100% sure which one would be the best…Continue
Started by Sammy in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion on Tuesday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Time again to change my shocks. No matter if Gabriel, ACDelco whatever - don't last longer than 3 or 4 years.Problem is the rubber parts thats gliding out of the bottom.But now I have another…Continue
Posted by ANGELO MARTINEZ on July 23, 2023 at 10:44pm 3 Comments 0 Likes
Hope someone can help me to find the harmonic balancer bolt for my 1964 Cadilac Deville 429 engine
in advance, thank you for your help.
Posted by Matt Vander Hooven on July 23, 2023 at 7:36pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
Is there still a member in the Detroit area that refurbishes clocks?
Matt VH
Posted by Patrick Westphal on July 7, 2023 at 10:00am 3 Comments 0 Likes
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…
ContinuePosted by Logan Robb on May 11, 2023 at 9:04am 7 Comments 0 Likes
Good Morning all!
I took the 64 into the shop to have some adjustments completed and in the process decided to have the lower ball joints replaced as was recommended the last time I had it in. I ordered the parts and came into the shop. They quoted me nearly $500 to replace those lower ball joints requiring nearly 4hrs of labor. Now this is a reputable shop and they know me by name here and they will continue to get my business. I am just questioning what on earth is…
Continue
© 2023 Created by Jason Edge.
Powered by