"John
The spacer for the TH-400 is only used in 64 the first year of that trans as it was a new Buick trans adapted to the 429 Cadillac engine in 64
One very great trans for performance and durability
Enjoy "
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1964 turbo trans
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 Jun 5. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Hello, Does anyone know if the spacer between the engine and turbo trans year specific? If not what years fit which.Continue
429 c.i. front timing chain cover.
Started this discussion. Last reply by Russ Austin May 29, 2022. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Is there any way to tell if one is good without removing it, as this engine has sat out of a car for years. Also are all the 429 front covers interchangeable? Can these be repaired where the oil pump…Continue
Dipstick tube
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge Nov 25, 2020. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Hello, Does anyone know off hand if the dipstick tube can be changed without the removal of the oil pan? It's a 1964 Cadillac De Ville ConvertibleContinue
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1964 turbo trans
Hello, Does anyone know if the spacer between the engine and turbo trans year specific? If not what years fit which.See More
"The 65 Cad went with a cross flow radiator instead of the down flow like ours. That puts the bottom hose on the right side. The water pump outlet moved over to the right, so the timing tab had to move to the left.
The oil filter housing…"
"The entire ( complete ) timing plate ( timing marks ) attachment to the timing cover ——is opposite the 64 in 65-67 covers due to a frame change in 65 forward
Enjoy "
"Is the timing marks the only difference? "
"The timing cover has to be removed to determine its wear internally
The 64 429 timing cover is not the same as the 65-67 429 which have the timing plate on the opposite side of the cover
The wear in the timing cover can be repaired…"
429 c.i. front timing chain cover.
Is there any way to tell if one is good without removing it, as this engine has sat out of a car for years. Also are all the 429 front covers interchangeable? Can these be repaired where the oil pump gears have scratched away some material?See More
Everything that is wrong with my 1964 Cadillac Coupe De Ville
"Looks like you covered almost everything. The a/c repair will be expensive. If this is a "little" list of the issues, I would hate to see a big list. lol"
"I still have mine if you haven't found one yet. I sent you pictures awhile back with no response. It s a complete car."
"I'll assume the wheels are balanced and properly inflated. Some probable causes, bad wheel bearing/s, out of round brake drums if you still have them if disc brakes, the rotors .but this usually only happens when braking Anything connected to…"
"Hello, Are you looking for a fixer upper or one ready to roll?"
"A couple of thoughts Using a self tapping bolt or screw might create small metal shavings that end up in the engine. The tube is soft metal, I believe copper, or perhaps brass, but ver magneting and looks like copper. If you just take a Grade…"
"Hello, Thank you for your advice. The tube is cracked/broken. Do you think that a self tapping bolt or screw assuming it's the right size can be put in from the outside of engine into the tube as i am not worried about ruining the tube as…"
"Early on I was never able to take one out from the top without damaging them. Best to push out from bottom, with oil pan off and using a deep socket as seen in this Help Page topic:Dip Stick Tube, Oil: Removing from Engine Block Without…"
Dipstick tube
Hello, Does anyone know off hand if the dipstick tube can be changed without the removal of the oil pan? It's a 1964 Cadillac De Ville ConvertibleSee More
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- Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
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Correct rims and drums?
Started by Logan Robb in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Logan Robb 4 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
Started by Logan Robb in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion 4 hours ago. 0 Replies 0 Likes
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
ROCHESTER 4GC
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
Posted by ANGELO MARTINEZ on July 23, 2023 at 10:44pm 3 Comments 0 Likes
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
Posted by Matt Vander Hooven on July 23, 2023 at 7:36pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
Is there still a member in the Detroit area that refurbishes clocks?
Matt VH
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…
ContinueLower Front End Ball Joints
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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