Joel A Campos
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VAPOR LOCK?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Joel A Campos Jun 18. 10 Replies

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

A/C car swap

Started Sep 23, 2025 0 Replies

I have read the non-AC car conversion posted by Jason in 2012. I am wondering if it is possible to transfer a functionally charged system from an AC car to another AC car with out disconnecting the…Continue

Driveshaft limited slip vs standard differential

Started this discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge Sep 15, 2025. 1 Reply

Hi all, I have a general question regarding drive shafts.  Both are from THM cars but one is limited slip the other is standard rear.  One has a round flange other is square.  Are they…Continue

Wanted - running 429

Started this discussion. Last reply by Joel A Campos Nov 12, 2025. 7 Replies

Hi all,Looking for a running 429 doesn't have to be perfect but must have had the THM trans behind it.Thanks,JoelContinue

 

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Joel A Campos replied to Jason Edge's discussion Dino Diaries - Feb 28, 2025: What's Good for the Convertible is Good for the Coupe!
"And now I will humble myself and state the I spoke to soon.  My data tag information IS correct, but my statement of the crossmember was inaccurate.  I got back from a local show and pulled the other cross member off the shelf and it DID…"
Jul 21
Joel A Campos replied to Jason Edge's discussion Dino Diaries - Feb 28, 2025: What's Good for the Convertible is Good for the Coupe!
"Hi Jason, I can confirm that on my 1964 convertible that it did not have the reinforcement shown in the picture above and that the car was built per the data tag "Week 2 of May 1964" 14,648 unit built.    "
Jul 20
Joel A Campos replied to Joel A Campos's discussion VAPOR LOCK?
"So I believe I have finally figured this situation out.  It was either something in the distributor or it was the ignition coil.  I had an electronic ignition distributor set up with coil that I swapped in and now the old girl will run…"
Jun 18
Jeff Donaldson replied to Joel A Campos's discussion VAPOR LOCK?
"Hi Joel, I read that you checked the fuel filter so this advice may be useless. I had a 67 Eldorado with the same problem which has the same fuel delivery system. I made the mistake of putting a fuel filter in for a non A/C car. I went through all…"
Jun 6
Joel A Campos replied to Joel A Campos's discussion VAPOR LOCK?
"Not as of today but in the morning I will be pulling the intake to block off the exhaust cross over.  Will also be pulling the exhaust flapper or wiring it open for the time being."
Jun 5
Jeff Donaldson replied to Joel A Campos's discussion VAPOR LOCK?
"Hi Joel, Did you get this problem sorted? Jeff"
Jun 5
Joel A Campos replied to Joel A Campos's discussion VAPOR LOCK?
"other observations/notes: A/C car - check return to tank not block.  Checked filter/clear and correct type heat riser functional - it does open Intake - I have not blocked the heat chock cross over. running stock mechanical fuel pump Fuel Bowl…"
Jun 5
Joel A Campos replied to Joel A Campos's discussion VAPOR LOCK?
"Gas was a fresh fill from a known good station(hopefully).  Car now runs and idles fine but once she heats up to operating temp she dies.  Then it’s hard to start if it does at all. once it cools down it starts rite back up, until it…"
Jun 5
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May 12
Dennis P. DiBari replied to Joel A Campos's discussion VAPOR LOCK?
"Joel,      I also sent you a message - check that as well. Dennis DiBari"
Apr 26
Joel A Campos replied to Joel A Campos's discussion VAPOR LOCK?
"I do have a new fuel pump I can throw on. Thx will give that a try"
Apr 26
Kenneth Barton replied to Joel A Campos's discussion VAPOR LOCK?
"Hi Joel, how sure are you of the condition of the fuel pump? I had a pump go out on me and I thought I was fighting vapor lock."
Apr 24
Dennis P. DiBari replied to Joel A Campos's discussion VAPOR LOCK?
"Hi Joel,      Do you know how your gasoline is - condition wise?  Do you have water in the gas?  When it runs all over itself, it could be bad gas or dirt in the line.  A clogged needle and seat might also cause some of…"
Apr 20

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Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
1964 Cadillac De Ville convertible
Cadillac LaSalle Club Membership Number? (Must be a member to Join Chapter & Website)
30674
1963/64 Cadillac Chapter Member?
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At 3:54pm on July 30, 2025, Jason Edge said…

Hi Joel, Welcome to the 63/64 Cadillac Chapter and Website. Be sure to tell us more about your 64 convertible when you get a chance. Jason. 

 
 
 

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lower rear control arm bushings on a 1964 Sedan de Ville

Started by Ron Perry in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Robert Alan Shannon Oct 13. 3 Replies

Hello I am installing new bushings on my lower control and upper yoke arms. Does anyone have any advise or things I should be aware of in removing and installing the new bushings. Thankyou Ron PerryContinue

1964 Cadillac DeVille for Sale

Started by Jason Meyer in For Sale Oct 7. 0 Replies

Hey everybody, I have a family owned since new 64 Cadillac model 6267 Deville Convertible I have to part with. It runs strong with a 429 V8 original engine with 90,000 miles on it. Suspension has…Continue

Tags: 1964, Convertible, Original

Take heads off for rebuild

Started by Ian Arnold in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Kurt Oct 3. 13 Replies

Compression test 15 years ago was good. Not a lot of miles since then. Summer car.Last year had a oil pressure issue. Found an aluminum flake had stuck open oil pressure relief valve. (Low pressure…Continue

1963 Dashboard With Autronic Eye Hole

Started by Earl R in For Sale. Last reply by Earl R Oct 2. 4 Replies

I bought this from a yard in Washington state.  I was told it was pulled and kept inside as soon as the car came in. I was going to dye and install it in my '63 Eldorado but sold the car.  Please see…Continue

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Authenticity Manual

Posted by Dennis P. DiBari on August 27, 2026 at 12:45pm 2 Comments

Hi Robert,

     I emailed you more pictures for the Authenticity Manual.

Dennis DiBari

1963 RHS A/C kick panel - photos needed

Posted by SK on June 2, 2025 at 2:20pm 2 Comments

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

'63 Tailfin Tales

Posted by Mark Mata on February 22, 2025 at 5:00pm 9 Comments

New old stock seat material

Posted by Ray Schick on August 22, 2024 at 6:25pm 2 Comments

I bought this seat material thinking that it’s…

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