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Norman Silverman
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Which are best Shocks for 64 that are closest to Original in Ride Quality?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Norman Silverman Dec 14, 2025. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Hello AllI am thinking about replacing the shocks on my 64 SDV. I want to do so with units that are closest to what was originally in the car in so far as ride quality. I believe these were gas…Continue
Finally got around to cleaning and re-lubricating the seat transmission. Now, it works flawlessly
Started this discussion. Last reply by Russ Austin Dec 23, 2025. 2 Replies 0 Likes
When I first got my 64 SDV about 8 years ago, the power seat made noise but didn't go anywhere. I promptly read up on it and proceeded to take the seat transmission out to clean and re-lubricate it.…Continue
How to remove 64 Climate Control Dash unit?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Norman Silverman Nov 28, 2025. 8 Replies 0 Likes
Hello AllI think I have determined that the rheostat in the temp control wheel is broken in my Comfort Control unit-either that, or I tinkered with it so much that I threw it out of adjustment and…Continue
How difficult is it to remove the entire speedometer cluster once the dash is off?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Michael Vogler Nov 18, 2025. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Hello AllI am chasing an AC issue and believe it may be useful to replace the CC control unit with a spare one I have, just to see if it makes any difference. How difficult is it to remove the…Continue
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"I'd like to hear more about this comfort control tester!!!"
"Thank you, Jason."
"I have been running and selling the Gabriel Gas Cushioned shocks as a good new replacement for at least 20 years now! The front shock is 82109, and the rears are 82125. They give excellent "shock absorption and…"
"Norm,
My Dad's shop was in Bushwick, under the M elevated train. I was a car and truck mechanic there for about 25 years. He was a master mechanic!!!
Dennis DiBari"
"Thank you, Dennis. I grew up in Brooklyn (Coney Island), where was your dad's place?
Norm"
"Hi Norm,
For years my dad always installed the Gabriel Shock Absorbers at his mechanic shop in Brooklyn, NY. They are very high quality and durable. I think they give an excellent ride.
Dennis DiBari "
Which are best Shocks for 64 that are closest to Original in Ride Quality?
Hello AllI am thinking about replacing the shocks on my 64 SDV. I want to do so with units that are closest to what was originally in the car in so far as ride quality. I believe these were gas shocks from new, and especially don't want anything stiffer. What do most of you use?My apologies if this information is/was previously mentioned on the site, but I am unaware of any way to search this site for content. If there is a way, I sure would be grateful to be informed of how to use…See More
Finally got around to cleaning and re-lubricating the seat transmission. Now, it works flawlessly
When I first got my 64 SDV about 8 years ago, the power seat made noise but didn't go anywhere. I promptly read up on it and proceeded to take the seat transmission out to clean and re-lubricate it. I used vaseline and maybe too much of it because for the last year or so the seat was temperamental again. Especially in cold weather. It is worth mentioning that you can try using a hair dryer on the seat transmission if yours does not work, but the motor makes noise. If it works in that…See More
"Well, THANK YOU CHRISTIAN, and THANK YOU JASON-watching this video made many things MUCH clearer to me! I may actually tackle it. Today, I purchased a tester that purports to mimic the original factory one shown in the video. It plugs in to the back…"
"That is one of the Cadillac Roundtable Slidefilm training films converted from record and 35mm film to digital video by our Chapter Member Christian Doerk. This one titled "Weather Forecast" was the January 1964 training subject. …"
"I found the Cadillac Service Film that explains the entire system.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vSu3M-r5cII&t=1658s"
"UPDATE: It is not possible to remove the cc temp wheel while it is still in the dash. The reason is that you have to disconnect and move the circuit boards that impede access to and travel of the lower bolt on the CC temp wheel. So, the unit has to…"
"Jason
All noted with much appreciation-especially the courtesy of your having called out the exact chapter and section that describes removal. Before I attempt this, I think I may connect the spare rheostat/temp wheel in to the system by grounding…"
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- Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
- 1964 Coupe De Ville
- Cadillac LaSalle Club Membership Number? (Must be a member to Join Chapter & Website)
- 26799
- 1963/64 Cadillac Chapter Member?
- yes
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Is there a separate Starter Relay, or does the Solenoid serve that purpose?
Posted on August 30, 2019 at 5:57pm 7 Comments 0 Likes
Hello All.
I will be replacing the starter solenoid tomorrow (actually my mechanic will do the work, I'll just supervise). In checking the FSM electrical schematic and chapter verbiage, I don't see anything that looks like (or is referred to as) a starter Relay. It seems the Starter Solenoid serves the function and there's no separate relay. Right or Wrong?
If wrong, where…
ContinueStarter Solenoid replacement-how difficult? Where to buy?
Posted on August 20, 2019 at 8:24pm 4 Comments 0 Likes
Hello All.
I believe the starter solenoid has gone bad in my 64 DeVille. When I turn the key, often all I get is a click, then if I try a few times again the starter turns perfectly. All battery cables are on tight and the battery is good. So, I believe this problem is the solenoid. Where do I buy the right solenoid and is it necessary to remove the starter in order to swap it out? …
Continue64 Recirc/Fresh Air Door Actuator replaced; FROM THE INSIDE.
Posted on February 4, 2019 at 11:21pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
I am happy to report that I have successfully replaced the Fresh Air/Recirc door actuator that is located on the blower box-and have done so without having to remove the blower box. I did it by taking out the glove box and attacking it from the back. It took several days, LOTS of patience and some band-aids, but it is done. THE most difficult part -BY FAR- is to remove and then replace the screw that sits on the actuator arm, connecting it to the fresh…
ContinueSource for Motor mounts and Trans mounts 1964 SDV
Posted on January 9, 2019 at 4:23pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
Hi.
Where is the best place to purchase good quality motor mounts/trans mounts for my 1964 SDV? I see that Rock Auto has them for $8 and change, and others for $24 and change. Big difference. Is there a better place to buy them from?
Thanks
Norm
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- At 4:47pm on August 27, 2012,
Jason Edge said…
Hi Norm,
Welcome to the new 63/64 Cadillac site.
Jason.
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64 Brakes
Started by Jeff Donaldson in General Discussion. Last reply by Dennis P. DiBari 2 hours ago. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Hi,It's time to do a brake job on my Fleetwood. When I imported my car from the US to Canada I had to have my car safety inspected before I could license it in the Privince of BC. After the…Continue
Heater Control Valve
Started by Michael Monson in Wanted to Buy 12 hours ago. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Looking for a heater control valve 9.795 for my 1964 Deville. ThanksContinue
Burning Rubber
Started by Kim K Kaiser in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Kurt on Sunday. 7 Replies 1 Like
Out of curiosity,, is the 63 64 engine capable of burning rubber off of a stop light? Not a hold the brake and rev up and release, but from a stop, to burn rubber power?I know mine wont because i…Continue
Gas gauge only reads half when full
Started by Kenneth Barton in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Russ Austin Feb 18. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Hi everyone, I installed a new gas tank sender in my 63 after bench testing it and confirming ohm range on the bench.However after installing and filling it up, it only reads half full after filling…Continue
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1963 RHS A/C kick panel - photos needed
Posted by SK on June 2, 2025 at 2:20pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
Could someone post front and back photos of the 1963 right-hand kick panel with A/C?
My car didn’t come with the original kick panels, so it's a bit of a mystery to me how I should cut the backing board and carpet to fit around the A/C.
Many thanks,
-Samu
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?
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