"Doug, sorry...brain misfire. Yes, I'm very aware that the Turbo 400 came out in '64. I read that she has an Eldo and my brain automatically assumed 1964, like my car. Thanks for pointing it out that the '63 had the Jetaway. "
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Power Steering Hose Questions
Started this discussion. Last reply by C. Van Tune Feb 26, 2024. 6 Replies 0 Likes
My '64 Eldo's high-pressure P/S hose sprung a leak, so I want to change it (and the low-pressure hose.) My car is concours-level restored, so keeping as close to the stock fitment and appearance is…Continue
Trivia question: Why did the redesigned engine for 1963 stay at 390 cubes...
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge Feb 21, 2023. 5 Replies 0 Likes
...and then the next year, in 1964, get enlarged to 429?I would've thought that with Cadillac's going to the time, trouble and expense of re-engineering the old 331-390 engine into the next gen, they…Continue
What year did Cadillac start installing radiator overflow tanks?
Started this discussion. Last reply by C. Van Tune Mar 22, 2023. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Did the '64s have them? Continue
Was there Originally Carpet Inside 1964 Eldorado Center Console?
Started this discussion. Last reply by C. Van Tune Oct 1, 2022. 8 Replies 0 Likes
Is there supposed to be carpet inside the '64 Eldo center console?There is carpet in mine, and it's a deeper pile than what's on the floor (which has probably been replaced.)Here's some pix of mine.…Continue
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"Hi Daniela,
It's a myth that these Cadillacs were not meant to withstand modern traffic. GM & its Harrison Division (the automotive air conditioning group) engineers would test these cars, and all the big GMs, in places like Death Valley in…"
"That's the culprit! Jason's right in checking EVERYTHING that delivers fuel to the intake manifold.
It might be a slight fix here, a slight fix there, but it adds up. "
"Have you replaced the fuel filter? That's always a good place to start. "
"Hi Norman...off topic sorry...but where did you sell your Imperials? (And what year & condition were they?)
I have a gorgeous '71 LeBaron survivor with only 26,000 careful miles, and I don't think BaT or Hemmings will pull…"
"Pretty car. Great color! It'll be worth all the hard work along the way. "
"Having built a lot of high performance engines in my day (not Cadillac engines...SBC and BBF mostly) and also owned about ten '60s Cadillacs) I don't know why anyone would want to put headers on a Cadillac V8 from our era. These…"
"I'm in the San Diego area, and would enjoy meeting some local 1963-64 enthusiasts.
I can make it to South O.C okay in the Eldo, but wouldn't attempt L.A., due to the crazed 90 mph drivers in giant pickups that think nothing of…"
"I agree with Logan! Bias ply for auto shows...radials for the road. Huge difference in ride and handling. "
"I checked out the pix one the CLC site, and it looks like a very sweet car.
What exactly did you treat the seat leather with to have it look so fresh? "
"If you read the article about my '64 Eldo in a recent newsletter, then you've already seen this photo. If you haven't, that's me as a Cadillac-loving 6-year-old next to my mom's just-months-from-new '64 CdV.
When…"
"A contributing item might be our nemesis...modern gas with ethanol. It can add to a the tendency for older cars to idle rough (especially when hot) and vapor lock. My first trouble shooting fix is to install an elective helper pump near the…"
"A day like that will keep you young, Jason.
That is, of course, unless you bust a hernia or blow out your back in the process.
Be careful out there, you energetic whipper-snappers! "
"I was watching an old episode of "Perry Mason" last night (from 1965) and he was driving a new dark-colored '65 de Ville convertible.
The rest of the screen cars were Chevys, as Chevrolet had taken over product placement from…"
"Interesting that the '65 ad above is the first mention (that I've seen) of the term "previously owned" versus "used car."
Whoever thought that up deserved a big raise. "
"Congrats, Russ, on your retirement. Very glad to know that your business now operating full-time for us Cadillac fanatics!
All the best, Van"
Profile Information
- Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
- Past Owner of:
'61 Series 62 Coupe with 21k miles. Featured in Petersen Museum.
'64 SdV with 14k miles (original tires!)
'64 Eldorado
'67 Eldorado with 24k miles (featured in Motor Trend Magazine)
'67 Fleetwood
'70 Eldorado
Current Owner of:
'64 Eldorado (former Ken Karrer owned.) Winner 2022 Keels & Wheels Best of Show American Post-War. Winner 2017 Grand National Senior Award Primary. Winner 2015 Grand National First Place Primary.
2022 Escalade Sport Platinum upgraded to Callaway Supercharged 602hp (my daily driver.)
- Cadillac LaSalle Club Membership Number? (Must be a member to Join Chapter & Website)
- 34187
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- Yes
Comment Wall (2 comments)
- At 2:19pm on January 18, 2024,
Marty Smith said…
Beautiful Eldorado Mr Van Tune, if I am not mistaken this car was at the 2013 GN in Boston and was owned by Henny Karreman at that time, and was restored by Wayne Carini's father . You are probably aware of that, I sold my 64 Eldo to a gentleman in Morgan Hill Ca. also a Senior car. Congrats Marty
- At 9:06pm on June 27, 2022,
Jason Edge said…
Welcome to the 63/64 Cadillac Website.
This site is hosted by the CLC (Cadillac LaSalle Club) 1963/64 Cadillac Chapter. Joining the website is free to everyone, however, you must be a CLC member to join the Chapter.
- Click on www.join.6364cadillac.com for more information on joining the 1963/64 Cadillac Chapter and the Cadillac LaSalle Club.Be 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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Dino Diaries - Feb 25, 2025 - Open Up and Say Ahh!
Started by Jason Edge in General Discussion 41 minutes ago. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Just back with a new batch of cadmium plated parts, I like to imagine Dino saying "Ahh" as I sort through the next cad plated goodies to install. This morning I installed a cad plated fuel pump to…Continue
Pick Up of 11th Batch & Drop Off of 12th Batch For Cadmium Plating
Started by Jason Edge in General Discussion yesterday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
As I shared last night in our Chapter Zoom meeting, here is a picture of the 9 totes with fasteners and other parts that will be taken to Winston-Salem NC for cadmium plating. This will be my 12…Continue
Which Shocks for my 64 SDV are MOST like Originals?
Started by Norman Silverman in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Norman Silverman yesterday. 4 Replies 0 Likes
I am considering replacing the shocks in my 64 SDV. They're not terrible, but are a little too wishy-washy. I want to replace them with shocks that most closely approximate the original damping rate…Continue
Dino Diaries - A Blast from the Past - 1967 to be Exact!
Started by Jason Edge in General Discussion yesterday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I love discovering new thing old things about my 64 Coupe de Ville. I bought the car on Nov 13, 1996 from Robert Jessup who lived in Raleigh, NC. The car had some unique early history having first…Continue
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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!
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