"Phil
I have to second your thoughts here as that is excellent advice for any 63 Rochester carb due to the TV trans shifting rod issues involved
A nice thought that changed my first thoughts on the subject
Rebuild the…"
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New Holley, but which one?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 Sep 19. 14 Replies 0 Likes
First I will start by saying, I am a newbie. Recently purchased a ´56 HT, which has a 390" from a ´63 in it. I have decided to put a new Holley on it, but not 100% sure which one would be the best…Continue
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"Henrik
As you have a 63 engine —with a stock Rochester carb I would second rebuilding the carb mostly because the trans shifting is controlled by the carbs side bracket and TV rod which is not easy to duplicate on an Edelbrock carb…"
"You’re probably better off just cleaning and rebuilding the Rochester. I got an old used Rochester off eBay, rebuilt it, and now it works great. "
"Very nice, I've been looking at a super cheap 1406 knock off on Amazon as a drop-in replacement good to know the design functions well."
"I do remember you acquiring the Holly carb on an intake manifold back when —but was sure you never used it for yourself on your own 429 so I still do not know of anyone that is using that set up on one of our year Cadillacs on a daily…"
"Just fyi, I bought an engine in 2020 from a NC contact that had put a Holley Avenger on his 1964 Coupe de Ville with the 429 and said it run great! He was doing a full LS swap as he was doing a full-on resto mod and wanted had the engine up…"
"I do not know of anyone who is using a Holly carb daily on a 63-390 or a 64 429 Cadillac and has posted that info on this site —-and I would know —-if that info was posted any day since 2006
I live…"
"Henrik
The Edelbrock 1406 WB my choice for your 63 390 engine - but do discuss it with the techs by telephone ———they are super helpful
Edelbrock bought the wrights to the Carter carb and made a few improvements…"
"Rochester was used in 63. This can be found in the Help tab.
https://6364cadillac.ning.com/profiles/blogs/carburtors-used-in-1963-1964"
"It turns out is not a Carter, but a Rochester 4 jet, that is currently on the motor.
I havent been able to find much info on this one. Does not seems to have been on the 390 back in ´63, but does anybody know what year and model it might…"
"Hi Tony and Ginny 429
Thank you very much for your answer.
The only reason I was leaning towards the Holley is that my local motor guru prefers it over the Edelbrock.
I think I will look more into the 1406 before making my final choice."
"The mid 50’s Cadillacs were some of the only cars that could exceed 100 MPH in there time as expressed in Chuck Berry’s tune Maybelline Always powerful machines in the 50’s and 60’s years
Enjoy"
"As a young man I drove my dads powder blue 55 convert ( wht top ) after high school so I know what owning your 56 HT is about
Its about a lot of round shapes and big front bumpers
Sounds great with the upgraded drive…"
" Henrik
The Carter carb —-came stock on some 63 390 engines from the factory
It is a top notch carb still used in race applications today
Edelbrock makes a 1406 with an electric choke that is a direct…"
New Holley, but which one?
First I will start by saying, I am a newbie. Recently purchased a ´56 HT, which has a 390" from a ´63 in it. I have decided to put a new Holley on it, but not 100% sure which one would be the best choice.I am leaning towards a 600CFM Brawler w. vacuum secondary. Am I completely off or?And would I need a adaptor plate between carburator and manifold? Does anyone know which one?Regards Henrik Sonne(Denmark)See More
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Correct rims and drums?
Started by Logan Robb in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Logan Robb 5 hours ago. 1 Reply 0 Likes
As I am collecting items for a brake overhaul, I’ve have come across many posts about the aftermarket drums not being of quality like the originals. I am fairly certain the drums I have are not…Continue
Powder Coated Rims
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I have a very reputable blasting and powder coating shop near me, come this winter, I am thinking of getting my wheels power coated in preparation for new tires in the spring. Is this a good idea? I…Continue
Dragging to one side
Started by Sammy in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 yesterday. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Hi there, after a lot of work on my brakes - new cylinder, hardware, shoes, hoses, going back to old drums, the car still drags to one side. Does this for years now, but I hoped to get rid of it…Continue
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Started by nick f eisenbarth in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 on Monday. 11 Replies 0 Likes
Dad passed away in 2020...I inherited his 1963 62 series convertible....it had been sitting since 1997...I put in new gas tank...new fuel filter...had a new head installed with hard valves (to run on…Continue
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WANTED HARMONIC BALANCER BOLT 1964 DEVILLE
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Hope someone can help me to find the harmonic balancer bolt for my 1964 Cadilac Deville 429 engine
in advance, thank you for your help.
Clock ‘64 DeVille
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Is there still a member in the Detroit area that refurbishes clocks?
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Spark Plug Heat Range
Posted by Patrick Westphal on July 7, 2023 at 10:00am 3 Comments 0 Likes
I found a diagram that illustrates the main factor in determining a spark plug heat range that I was trying to describe to you during the chapter get together.
Here it is:
The main factor is the length of the ceramic insulator from the middle of the spark plug to the tip (where the spark happens)
The insulator…
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Posted by Logan Robb on May 11, 2023 at 9:04am 7 Comments 0 Likes
Good Morning all!
I took the 64 into the shop to have some adjustments completed and in the process decided to have the lower ball joints replaced as was recommended the last time I had it in. I ordered the parts and came into the shop. They quoted me nearly $500 to replace those lower ball joints requiring nearly 4hrs of labor. Now this is a reputable shop and they know me by name here and they will continue to get my business. I am just questioning what on earth is…
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