"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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Here we go again - Help! - Transmission overheating
Started this discussion. Last reply by C. Van Tune Sep 12, 2024. 11 Replies 0 Likes
All,I can’t believe I have to ask for help again. I really thought I was done with repairs. I did drive my 63 Eldorado a couple of times on side roads and all was good. last week I took it out bc it…Continue
Tags: overheating, transmission, NewRadiator
Finally back on the road
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge Jul 3, 2024. 6 Replies 0 Likes
It’s been over three years since I had my (then just purchased) car towed for the first time and it has been a nightmare ever since.But I can finally say: it is back home and I did my first 2h drive…Continue
Happy update for a change and one new question
Started this discussion. Last reply by Michael Vogler Nov 9, 2022. 8 Replies 1 Like
All,after over 18 months of headaches I finally can share a happy update! I have my 63 Eldorado back and it is actually driving!!!There are a couple of things that I knew will have to get done before…Continue
Looking for a front engine cover - 1963 Cadillac Eldorado
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge Jun 3, 2022. 4 Replies 1 Like
All, I am again on the search for a part for my engine - 12 months in and there seems to be a new problem. We have taken the whole engine out again since there seems to be an oil pressure problem so…Continue
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" I agree with your comments above . You referenced a Turbo 400 but 163 Cads had the 4 speed Jetaway 315 Hydramtic."
"Thank you so much Van! My dad in Germany and I have talked a lot about this and went through all your, Russ and Jason’s comments and the shop manual again and with that we both had a feeling that the mechanic is trying to steer us away from…"
"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…"
"Thank you all - the car is with the guy that rebuilt the transmission and he insists it’s the radiator and won’t even consider it’s something else."
"I agree with Russ and Jason. Generally the trans oil temp follows the engine water temp if the trans temp is running hotter then engine temp the trans could be slipping building excessive heat. pull the trans dip stick and check the color of the…"
"I agree with Russ, If your radiator is keeping the car engine cool, staying say between the 1/4 and 1/2 mark on temp gage, or or around 190 to 200 degrees F on a digital thermometer, and fluid is flowing as it should from and to the…"
"Oh and I forgot to mention: at one point I was literally not able to put the car in reverse, the lever on the steering wheel moved far enough but it neither shifted not moved the display enough. As soon as I got to the transmission shop it was…"
"The transmission was at 244F when I had all the issues and then left the car there."
"Hi Russ, he said 7 pounds in and out. And only the transmission is hot."
"I call B.S. on the car not being built for modern traffic. Is the engine running hot? If it is not, the radiator is working as it should and the trans cooler part of the radiator is fine. I would verify that fluid is moving through the…"
Here we go again - Help! - Transmission overheating
All,I can’t believe I have to ask for help again. I really thought I was done with repairs. I did drive my 63 Eldorado a couple of times on side roads and all was good. last week I took it out bc it was not as hot. 45min Interstate, a short break and then about 15min back roads with a bit stop and go. And all of a sudden the transmission is acting up again. When at a light no power whatsoever in 1st hardly going forward. It then jumped into 2nd as soon as stepped hard enough in the gas pedal…See More
"Hi Jason,
it’s been a ride. lol Not sure if it is worth a cover feature but as soon as it’s cleaned up and I find a nice locationfor pictures we can do that.
btw - this is a pic frontage day I picked the car up from the last…"
"As far as interior cleaning products you will get a variety of answers.
Personally, for exterior waxes I like Meguiar's Ultimate Liquid wax.
If your car paint has road grime, oxidation, etc, and needs a good polishing wax I…"
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- Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
- 1963 Eldorado Biarritz
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- At 11:37am on January 12, 2021,
Jason Edge said…
Daniela, Welcome to the 63/64 Cadillac Website.
This site is hosted by the CLC (Cadillac LaSalle Club) 1963/64 Cadillac Chapter. It is great to have another Chapter Member join us on the 63/64 Cadillac Website. I hope to see you on our next Virtual Chapter Meet-Up via Zoom on Feb 7!
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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Windshield washer pump inoperative
Started by Wayne Morris in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Dennis P. DiBari on Saturday. 14 Replies 0 Likes
I have spent a few hours trying to get pump to pump fluid. The lines are all clear, The pump Is working as it should when the washer button is pushed. I have a spare wiper motor assembly which I have…Continue
63 vs 64 Hood V Size Difference
Started by Jason Edge in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion on Saturday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
The 64 hood V is considerably bigger than the 63 hood V, and one of the many things I have not done in dealing with these cars on the last 3 decades was to do a direct comparison. Someone asked about…Continue
Radio Models 1963 to 1968
Started by Jason Edge in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion on Friday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I sometimes get asked what radios were used in 1963 and 1964 or verification of a radio model number, so I scanned the radio listing from a 1968 Master Parts Book that covers 63 to 68 which covers…Continue
64: BULB FINALLY INSTALLED BUT CLOCK, GAUGE LIGHT AND RADIO DO NOT ILLUMINATE
Started by Norman Silverman in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge on Thursday. 14 Replies 0 Likes
HELLO ALLSo, after 4 hours work to remove and replace the bulb behind the "defrost" on the HVAC panel, the same bulbs that started me doing this are still out-even though I replaced all three of…Continue
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New old stock seat material
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I bought this seat material thinking that it’s…
Loud air moving sound within carb with cleaner removed
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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
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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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