"Dennis,
I am glad you mentioned “controlled” air since I neglected to note that we usually would blow the air in while the top was not sealed so as to avoid about potentially damaging the plastic reservoir! Unless we were in a…"
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Dash Grille - Adhesive?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Chris Codd Sep 22, 2021. 2 Replies 0 Likes
This dash grille likes to vacation from the dashboard. Is it properly secured with an adhesive and, if so, what adhesive? If so, what type? If not, how is it secured?Thank you.…Continue
1963 Fleetwood door bumper sizes question for CLC forum
Started May 28, 2019 0 Replies 0 Likes
The CLC forum had this question:Hello to all, I am trying to replace all the door bumpers in my 63 Fleetwood 4 door. I've looked around and found there are different sizes. I was going to measure the…Continue
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"hello wayne,
i worked at neighborhood gas stations in the late 1960s. I have a dim memory of having to "prime" the windshield washer pumps from that era in order to get them to work. My memory is that we used the air hose with…"
"Cohen Brothers movie: “A Serious Man”"
"Check for vacuum leaks, a common source for hissing noises. The vacuum hoses commonly become hard and brittle after enough time in the heat of the engine compartment. They often harden and leak at the end points. You can sometimes snip of the…"
"FWIW, if you’re considering getting the balancer rebuilt, then these suppliers commonly referenced:http://www.damperdudes.net/https://www.damperdoctor.com
I haven’t used either. I was going to recommend the man who did mine, Dale…"
"Remarkable transformation! Rather amazing that the tops of the rear seats turned out so good. Thinking that it will make your driving much more enjoyable. Congratulations."
"It’s getting harder to find white walls at any price. I bought four Cooper Trendsetters at a local Discount Tire several years ago at about $80 each (before the excise, warranty and other “add on s”.
Another…"
"Another great color - which one is it? Such a great palette to choose from in those years! "
"Great color and wheels - is it Benton blue?"
"The "body plate, located at top of the firewall in front of cowl on the driver's side, indicates the production date, paint color, top color, interior trim code, and accessory…"
"Mr. Russ Austin may also have good used OEM drums."
"Mr. Robb,
Most comments on after-market drums here and on other forums have been very negative. A general consensus seems to be that sourcing original drums which can still be re-surfaced is the best solution. See, for…"
"You can by-pass the heater core in 20 minutes or less. I’ve never been a fan of stop leak additives. I only used such products in desperation on beaters when I was young and impoverished."
"Your neighborhood part store will stock a by-pass kit. I will try to post a picture of an example. Alternatively, you can buy hose caps and for the outlets at the front of the engine. hth
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"“15" x 6" rim with a 5x5 bolt pattern (5 bolts with 5" bolt circle diameter)”.
https://6364cadillac.ning.com/profiles/blogs/originaltires
I don’t know the answer regarding Chevrolet or other rims.
I believe you…"
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Self-Starter article on the 429 engine series
Posted on May 18, 2013 at 10:31am 3 Comments 0 Likes
I would like to obtain a copy of the Self-Starter's article on the 429 engine series. I think it was originally published in the July 2003 edition. Does anyone have a copy to share or any ideas of how to obtain a copy?
Thank you.
Chris McBride
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- At 9:55am on August 17, 2012,
Jason Edge said…
Hi Chris,
Welcome to the new 63/64 Cadillac Site.
Jason.
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Logans Intake Project, 1964 Fleetwood, Progress Report #3
Started by Logan Robb in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Logan Robb 9 hours ago. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Not much of an Update and Questions: I was inspecting the top end and had removed the air cleaner in preparation to replace the intake. It was dirty so decided it needed a wipe down. My goof was…Continue
headlight / dimmer switch confusion (63 Sedan Deville)
Started by Bill Wolf in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Bill Wolf yesterday. 4 Replies 0 Likes
The schematics are from the repair manual and show a LIGHT BLUE wire coming from the headlight switch to the dimmer switch. From the dimmer switch to the low beams on a TAN wire and to the high beams…Continue
Replacement Front Crankshaft Seal - 1964 Eldorado (429ci)
Started by Michael Stinson in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge yesterday. 2 Replies 0 Likes
My mechanic is having difficulty sourcing a front crankshaft seal. Can anyone recommend a replacement front crankshaft seal, and where to purchase? Amazon has a few that I think(?) are replacements…Continue
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Original Rim Color
Started by Logan Robb in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Michael Stinson yesterday. 3 Replies 0 Likes
When I get some new shoes for my 64 Fleetwood, I'd like to recondition the rims. I'd thought of getting them powder coated, and still plan to eventually, but the $700 quote I received shunted that…Continue
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Edelbrock Carb Block off Plates
Posted by Chase on March 12, 2025 at 2:05pm 14 Comments 1 Like
Hey guys,
I have installed the same Edelbrock carb and have done everything the same as Jason’s carb and intake project. In the spring and summer months the car starts, runs and idles great! In the fall and winter months on a cold start, the car starts awful and wants to die until it warms up. I have to keep my foot on the throttle until it warms up or it will idle just terrible and try to die. Once it’s warm, it runs fantastic! Whats going on here? I was thinking of removing the…
ContinueNew 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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