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As David said, the slightest adjustment on the black spring cover can make all the difference in the world. It took me a few tries when my 64 cooled down, but just a fraction of a turn to close it further will do…"
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Posted on May 12, 2013 at 11:22am 1 Comment 0 Likes
Hi all, I have found a switch under the dash on the drivers side. It's not in mentioned in the shop manual so I wonder if any one here know what it for ?
Starting problems / carb problems
Posted on April 29, 2013 at 3:27pm 6 Comments 0 Likes
Hi All,
I would like to ask your help to solve some problems I am having with my 63 coupe de ville.
The problem is that when the engine is cold it's very hard to start the car. What I have found is that the choke valve does not close completely. It's only a millimeter or two but it seems to be enough to cause starting problems. When I close the choke valve by touching it gently, the car starts without problem.
Jason Edge says it sounds like a new heat riser is needed.… Continue
I would like to ask your help to solve some problems I am having with my 63 coupe de ville.
The problem is that when the engine is cold it's very hard to start the car. What I have found is that the choke valve does not close completely. It's only a millimeter or two but it seems to be enough to cause starting problems. When I close the choke valve by touching it gently, the car starts without problem.
Jason Edge says it sounds like a new heat riser is needed.… Continue
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- At 8:01am on February 24, 2013,
Jason Edge said…
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Replace Choke Tube or Install Electric Choke?
Started by Michael Stinson in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Patrick Westphal 12 hours ago. 4 Replies 1 Like
My mechanic has sourced a choke housing and new internals. As you might expect, the choke tube is damaged and or clogged. My options are to either replace the choke tube, or my mechanic recommends…Continue
Tags: Electric Choke, Choke Tube
Correct whitewalls
Started by Richard Stanley in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion 19 hours ago. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I just replaced my tires from Diamondback (I had bad results in the past from Coker). It was the second time, due to the age of the tires. About 18 years ago Diamondback made custom whitewalls…Continue
Dino Radiator Leak - Time to Recore!
Started by Jason Edge in General Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge yesterday. 35 Replies 0 Likes
I had brought up the topic of radiator leaks as a discussion topic for our Chapter Zoom meet-up this past Sunday and thought I would share on our website for everyone and probably do a more formal…Continue
1963 390 upper heater core hose
Started by Kenneth M Karrer in General Discussion. Last reply by Bill Wolf yesterday. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Hello, My 63 convertible is a low mileage (34k) original car so while I've done some basics, like replacing radiator hoses, belts, and a few gaskets; I've been trying to leave things as is as…Continue
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Edelbrock Carb Block off Plates
Posted by Chase on March 12, 2025 at 2:05pm 14 Comments 1 Like
Hey guys,
I have installed the same Edelbrock carb and have done everything the same as Jason’s carb and intake project. In the spring and summer months the car starts, runs and idles great! In the fall and winter months on a cold start, the car starts awful and wants to die until it warms up. I have to keep my foot on the throttle until it warms up or it will idle just terrible and try to die. Once it’s warm, it runs fantastic! Whats going on here? I was thinking of removing the…
ContinueNew 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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