"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
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- 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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For Sale - Fresh Chrome 1963 Series 62 Conv/CDV/Eldorado door panel chrome bezels
Started by Anthony Vanacore in For Sale. Last reply by Anthony Vanacore on Wednesday. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Hello,My father and I are restoring our 63 series 62 conv, we had the chrome bezels for the window/seat switches rechromed. During this process we also installed factory power door locks to the…Continue
No AC 1963 Eldorado Unique Dash End Panels
Started by Jason Edge in General Discussion May 3. 0 Replies 0 Likes
As I was documenting the non-AC 63 Eldorado parts car I bought in a couple months ago, the solid panel dash end panels intrigued me and thought I would share a couple of pictures and thoughts. First,…Continue
WTB 63 Series 62 Original Trunk Material
Started by Anthony Vanacore in Wanted to Buy. Last reply by Russ Austin May 1. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Hello,I am looking for an original trunk for a series 62 convertible. Condition does not need to be perfect and does not need to be complete, I am looking for a set that I can use as a template. I…Continue
Parts to replace Power Brake and Master Cylinder for 1964 Eldorado
Started by Remco Waller in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Dennis P. DiBari Apr 27. 1 Reply 0 Likes
I have a 1964 Eldorado and based on paperwork received with the purchase the Power Brake unit & master Cylinder were never replaced. The brakes are working currently well but as pre-caution I…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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