"Rob, I used a door unlock actuator with a rod that I custom bent for the trunk lock mechanism. I also replaced the trunk lock mechanism because the original one is totally enclosed. The later GM trunk lock mechanisms are the same bolt pattern but…"
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Kurt
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Kurt's Discussions
Shops that work on old cars...or the lack thereof
Started this discussion. Last reply by 3gk350qap28u3 Jul 31, 2022. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Occasionally discussions come up on this forum about trouble finding shops that will work on old cars. This video is from a shop owner who loves old cars but he very succinctly states why he will no…Continue
Rear Main Seal Oil Leak Fix with Bearing Cap Modification
Started this discussion. Last reply by Dennis P. DiBari Jul 1, 2025. 25 Replies 4 Likes
Many owners have reported oil leaks at the rear main seal even after replacing the seal, myself included. Recently Tony Lentini found a Serviceman bulletin published in February 1965 which details a…Continue
Body By Fisher: More Than A Carriage On A Doorsill
Started Sep 1, 2020 0 Replies 1 Like
Here's a great article which includes 3 videos about Fisher Body. Cadillac is well represented throughout.…Continue
The often misunderstood 1963 Cadillac right front ashtray
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge May 12, 2020. 10 Replies 1 Like
I did a little tutorial on the 63 right front ashtray.I saw in Jason's latest video where he mentions this as a bad design. From my experience, it's not a bad mechanical design but rather it's not an…Continue
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"I know this is a really old thread, any details on what you used for the truck lock to open it remotely? "
"Awesome! : ) You win but here is my burnout in my mind
https://youtu.be/7zBt8lTmhTI?si=nYlBWwLoKnMmfBqU"
"That is strange. Did you replace with incandescent bulbs or LEDs? I've heard that some LEDs are not the correct polarity for these cars. Did the headlights work fine before you cleaned the switch? If you disassembled it, maybe something went…"
"Video or it didn't happen, Mike : ) This is the best I could get from my 63. As previously mentioned, theTH400 is better suited for burnouts.
https://photos.app.goo.gl/HSvj6kYjx7wXm5q56"
"I'll add that the torque multiplication provided by the TH400's torque converter will help. The fluid coupling in the 63's Hydramatic does not have this benefit."
"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…"
"Kurt,
I just again played your "Guitars and Cadillacs" video with your 63 Caddy featured. I have to say it is still #1. Merry Christmas.
Dennis DiBari, NY"
"A little surprising. Was it possible to order 63 & 64 Cadillacs WITHOUT Automatic Transmission, Power Steering & Power Brakes? If not, I don't consider these Optional Equipment. Also Tilt Steering IS applicable to 1963 Cadillacs (ask me…"
"Wow, it's amazing how many p/n#s they had back then. But wait, it there was a tan tint bar AND blue/green tint bar, wouldn't they have to be different p/n#s too? Which color cars had tan & which had blue/green?"
Profile Information
- Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
- 1963 Coupe deVille
- Cadillac LaSalle Club Membership Number? (Must be a member to Join Chapter & Website)
- Yes
- 1963/64 Cadillac Chapter Member?
- Yes
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Comment Wall (4 comments)
- At 3:19pm on December 25, 2025,
Dennis P. DiBari said…
Kurt,
I just again played your "Guitars and Cadillacs" video with your 63 Caddy featured. I have to say it is still #1. Merry Christmas.
Dennis DiBari, NY
- At 10:47am on April 17, 2020,
Kenneth M Karrer said…
Kurt,
Yes, I was really bummed about the GN cancellation. I was looking forward to getting together with the usual folks and the 63-64 guys and taking the 63 and my 32 to show. The annual Keels and Wheels Concours was also postponed from May until October. My 1932 All Weather Phaeton was invited to that one. I've attached a couple of pictures of both cars. The 63 has only 34k miles and would have been entered in the Primary and Preservation Classes. The 63 is triple green (basildon). Hope to see you soon.
Take care,
Ken Karrer
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- At 7:51am on November 12, 2012,
Jason Edge said…
Your page looks fantastic. The Caddy looks really nice up top
- At 5:53pm on August 10, 2012,
- Hi Kurt,
Good to see you on the new site.
Jason
Kurt's Blog
Upgrades for the Coupe de Ville
Posted on December 24, 2021 at 6:00pm 5 Comments 1 Like
At long last I finally have power vent windows! I started collecting the parts 3 years ago. The one thing I could not find until recently is the 6 button driver's switch. Jason finally pulled one in and was more than generous with pricing. Thanks Jason! Installing the vent window motors was the easiest part of the project but many other tasks were spawned by this project.
- There is a hole in the door panels where the window crank was. I considered putting a hub cap emblem there…
Dustless blaster
Posted on October 30, 2018 at 12:23am 0 Comments 1 Like
Here's something cool I stumbled across on Youtube. Pretty cool. It's like a power washer with sand.
Food Cruise
Posted on January 28, 2015 at 1:39am 1 Comment 0 Likes
A group of my car buddies & I go on a monthly food cruise, sometimes breakfast, lunch or dinner. Last Saturday we took a 40 mile cruise down country roads from Austin TX to Salado TX. We went to a shop there called City Garage that specializes in Lincolns & had lunch afterwards at a good burger joint in Salado. We've been lucky this winter with beautiful weather for the most part with just a few cold rainy days in between. Here's a little video I put together from the cruise. It's a…
ContinuePics from Cadillac show yesterday
Posted on May 12, 2013 at 11:51am 0 Comments 0 Likes
Our local CLC chapter had their annual show at Covert Cadillac in Austin TX yesterday.
There is an interesting story on the 61 limo. A man wanted to purchase a car for some nuns. They reluctantly agreed but insisted that it be bare bones with no radio or air conditioning. When the 61 series 75 showed up of course even without a radio or a/c it was way too ostentatious. The nuns tried to return it to the dealer but they said they could not sell it because it didn't have a/c. So most…
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64 trunk locks for sale.
Started by Russ Austin in General Discussion on Friday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I have 64 trunk locks for sale. A complete one, and a few with missing crests.All with the keys included. Please email me at russ@thecadishack.com to inquire about getting one. Continue
Vendor to refurbish my electrical antenna
Started by Remco Waller in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Remco Waller Apr 13. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Hi, I own a 1964 Eldorado and the electrical antenna is no longer working smoothly and get sometimes stuck so like to refurbish it; who can help with a good vendor to do this.Remco WallerContinue
How to keep my soft top in good condition?
Started by Remco Waller in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Marty Smith Apr 13. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Hi, I own a 1964 Eldorado convertible since last August and would love to get some input what the best way is to keep my soft top in good conditions.Which materials to use to clean / preserve the…Continue
No Privacy... Even on the Moon!
Started by Jason Edge in General Discussion. Last reply by Dennis P. DiBari Apr 7. 1 Reply 0 Likes
You will never guess what the Artemis II Orion spacecraft crew found parked on the back side of the Moon yesterday - DINO! And I thought I had found the perfect private parking spot!…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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May 17, 2026 - 63/64 Cadillac Chapter Zoom Meet-Up
May 17, 2026 from 8pm to 9:30pm – Zoom
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