"Hi David,
I had a small leak somewhere under my THM400. While I was under there with a starter issue, I saw a drip at the speedometer cable connection. I tightened it some more, and that helped. At the time I didn't look into…"
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Transmission and power seats
Started this discussion. Last reply by Linda M. Brooks Jan 11. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Couple of question on my 63 Park Avenue1. I had my car worked on last summer by my mechanic who restores casr primarily. He does not work on transmissions. He said there was a small transmission…Continue
ORIGINAL CAR
Started Dec 12, 2024 0 Replies 0 Likes
I have an all original 63 Cadillac Park Avenue. It has won awards in the past in the Originality Category. My question to the group is what types of work you can do on the car that does not cause…Continue
63 Cadillac no electrical power
Started this discussion. Last reply by Russ Austin Nov 25, 2024. 2 Replies 0 Likes
I have a 63 cadillac park avenue. My bulbs in the door panels in the front driver and passenger sides were out. I replaced them today and no illumination. My battery is fully charged and I tried…Continue
bulb for door handle 1963 Cadillac
Started this discussion. Last reply by David Erickson Nov 11, 2024. 4 Replies 0 Likes
My lights in the side door panel are out on the driver and front passenger side of my 63. The back lights work on the door side panelsDo you know where I might get bulbs and what I would reference…Continue
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"There was recently a post about the power seats that will probably be helpful https://6364cadillac.ning.com/xn/detail/6543066:Topic:384941?xg_source=activity
As for the transmission, unfortunately there are MANY causes of leaks. The fluid will…"
Transmission and power seats
Couple of question on my 63 Park Avenue1. I had my car worked on last summer by my mechanic who restores casr primarily. He does not work on transmissions. He said there was a small transmission leak. I noticed today a small leak in the middle of the car. Does anyone know the likely cause when you see the leak in that area and how difficult the fix?2. Power Seat. I have a six way seat--front/back up/down and recline. The motor makes noise but no movement of the seat on any of the…See More
"I deleted the .png version of this photo file and uploaded as a .jpg and added to our Wiring & Electrical Schematics and Pictures photo album help page.Here is a direct link: Click Here"
"Dave, your door jam switch may have 2 or 3 wires, if 2 they should be black/white and a black wire. A third wire should be red The first thing to try is to put a test light to each end of the light socket to see if you have power (should have power…"
ORIGINAL CAR
I have an all original 63 Cadillac Park Avenue. It has won awards in the past in the Originality Category. My question to the group is what types of work you can do on the car that does not cause the car to no longer be an Original. I noticed the rubber around the windows is cracking. Can I replace that rubber without violating any requirements for the car to be an ORIGINAL? I am a novice on judging requirements. Thanks David See More
"Does the horn or headlight work? Check that the battery posts are clean and tight. Check the starter connections. The red wire comes off of the big post up to the fuse box and to the ignition switch. Check that there is power to the fuse box. Check…"
"Hi Dave,
Without being there to see it, I would first check both battery cables for proper connections; that the negative is grounded properly to the frame and then the positive cable -especially at the starter/solenoid (that…"
63 Cadillac no electrical power
I have a 63 cadillac park avenue. My bulbs in the door panels in the front driver and passenger sides were out. I replaced them today and no illumination. My battery is fully charged and I tried starting the car. Absolutely no power. Started fine earlier in teh day. No lights will come on, no turnover when I start the car--completely dead. Any ideas as to what the problem might be. See More
"Thank you Jason. David "
"Disconnect battery and gently pry the lens cover off with a very small screwdriver or jeweler's tool."
"Thanks Jason. I will try here first and if not available will order from you. Are they hard to install? I am a novice at repairs."
"Hi David, They are a #212 bulb and available at Wal Mart, Amazon and most auto parts stores. If you don't have a store nearby I have them new for $2 each, or $4 for the pair which drops to $3 with Chapter Discount. I can ship 2-3 day…"
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- Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
- 1963 Park Avenue
- Cadillac LaSalle Club Membership Number? (Must be a member to Join Chapter & Website)
- 29643
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- Yes
Comment Wall (5 comments)
- At 7:37am on May 19, 2025,
Jason Edge said…
I deleted the .png version of this photo file and uploaded as a .jpg and added to our Wiring & Electrical Schematics and Pictures photo album help page.
Here is a direct link: Click Here
- At 9:28pm on May 18, 2025,
Bill Wolf said…
Dave, your door jam switch may have 2 or 3 wires, if 2 they should be black/white and a black wire. A third wire should be red The first thing to try is to put a test light to each end of the light socket to see if you have power (should have power without the key on) If no power, check the body feed fuse. If you have power, pop the door jam switch out and touch the black/white wire to a known ground. Let me know the results.
- At 1:30pm on September 22, 2024,
Dennis P. DiBari said…
Hi David,
Great story about your 1963 Cadillac. It sounds like a great find. Good luck!
Dennis DiBari
Cottekill, NY
- At 11:47am on September 22, 2024,
David, Thanks for the story and history of the car. I knew Kurt and judged the car in 2013 at the Boston Grand National. Kurt was a great guy and Chapter Member.
Your car, then Kurt's car was featured in our November 2013 Newsletter. You can check it out by Clicking Here.
We don't like to feature the same car too often but it has been 11 years and it would be great to do a follow-up feature on this car sometime. Anytime you want to submit a store with pictures I would be honored to feature it again.
- At 9:46am on September 22, 2024,
Hi David, Welcome to the 63/64 Cadillac Chapter & Website. Be sure to jump in and tell us about your 63 Park Avenue when you get a chance. We have several others in the Chapter with the "short deck" Caddy!
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Brake Booster not enough compression
Started by Rick Yasenchack in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Dennis P. DiBari on Monday. 20 Replies 0 Likes
I bought my 63 2-door convertible 62 series a few years back, previous owner said a new brake booster was just installed and that was why brake pedal was a rock. Did not know.Just had engine…Continue
WTB: 1963 Double Cardan CV Ball Socket Repair Kit (NEAPCO 2-9303)
Started by Mark Geertsma in Wanted to Buy. Last reply by Mark Geertsma on Friday. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Looking to buy the -now seemingly obsolete (?)- NEAPCO 2-9303 double cardan CV joint repair kit for my 63 SdV.Anyone here who has one for sale or knows about an equivalent?Continue
VAPOR LOCK?
Started by Joel A Campos in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Joel A Campos Jun 18. 10 Replies 0 Likes
Hi All, I finished my 429 transplant (Still a 429) last fall and cannot get the car to run correctly. The carburetor, a stock Rochester 4gc was fully dismantled and cleaned and put back…Continue
Illuminated light switch bezel
Started by Mark Geertsma in General Discussion Jun 16. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I will soon be replacing the original type instrument panel light bulbs with LEDS for better visibility. Over the years, I have noticed that some people on this forum have figured out a way to…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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