" You are using two of the best muffler supplies for our cars
Looks like the demand for Stainless steel has dropped off causing your issue in getting that exhaust system
The stock system does hold up well given the limitations i have…"
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Stainless Exhaust System
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 on Saturday. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Has anyone purchased one of these for a 1963 recently? Kanter no longer offers them and nobody else seems to, either. I tried Classic Exhaust everyone on this forum raves about, but they only offer…Continue
Convertible Top Pump Leak
Started this discussion. Last reply by Lee Martin Aug 8. 10 Replies 0 Likes
Does anyone have experience with leaky pump or connections to pump? I have a slow one and it's driving me crazy trying to see where the fluid is coming out. It is definitely from the pump area (not…Continue
Carter AFB Accelerator Pump
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 Mar 22. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Has anyone ever changed one of these themselves? Mine isn't squirting fuel lately - runs & drives fine but makes starting hard when you can't pump gas pedal to enrich air. I'm wondering if it's…Continue
1963 Cadillac Convertible Door Jamb Switch
Started this discussion. Last reply by Lee Martin Oct 18, 2019. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Okay, it's "dumb question time!" Here's mine: Does anyone know the part number for the 63 convertible door jamb switch (3 prong)? I cannot find this in the manual...thanks!Continue
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Stainless Exhaust System
Has anyone purchased one of these for a 1963 recently? Kanter no longer offers them and nobody else seems to, either. I tried Classic Exhaust everyone on this forum raves about, but they only offer for one year - 1956. That won't cut it...can't find any place that still sells these!See More
"Right. Intake manifold leaks and sticky PCV whistle has nothing to do with RPM. My leak and sticky PCV whistling were not RPM related at all. PS: The intake manifold gasket is not part of the carb. It's between the…"
"I agree. I'll bet a year's wages it's either PCV or intake gasket. Those both cause intermittent whistling and both disappear (usually) when idling."
"I would also try servicing the PCV valve. It's a very quick and simple operation. If you are only driving in the summer it may well be stuck or tacky enough to stick in a partially open mode sometimes. This could cause the…"
"Mine was the same way, had a metallic screeching sound like a bad bearing or transmission issue. Came and went, not RPM dependent. Never when motor was cold and rarely when idling - would start softly after about 1 mile of driving and…"
"I had the same thing two years ago and it drove me crazy trying to figure it out. Thought it was something big but it turned out to be something simple: A leak in the intake manifold gasket. At times, the leak would make a high…"
1963 Cadillac Convertible Walkaround
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"Yep - I took the pump out and totally disassembled it. The leak isn't coming from any of the serviceable parts...it's coming from the electrical motor part that is permanently sealed in metal. As you point out, with oil all…"
"My suggested fix is a bit of a long shot as suggested — so replacing the unit should be the best way to fix this so you can forget it and move on to the next Repair required the car may be needing
Enjoy "
"there is a lip seal that goes around the shaft of the motor. If is coming out of the motor end, it must be coming through there. It would be a pain in the butt to find such a one-off seal, you don't know if the shaft is…"
"Just my best guess — but if you can plug the leak at the pump wires with an epoxy —that is always oil and fuel ( gas ) proof
J B Weld — comes to mind
Clean any surface completely around the wiring with…"
"Sounds like a new pump assembly is in order. "
"Turns out the leak is the opening where the three electrical wires (up, down and ground) come out of the motor. Even if you tip the motor when it's not running, oil leaks out - and pours out pretty fast when the pump is operating. …"
"That's a great idea, Russ - I will try that tonight, thanks!!"
"Great information and very helpful! Thanks so much, Mark!"
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Rear Side Window Stainless Sill Removal
Posted on June 24, 2019 at 3:07pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
I'm looking to replace a piece of the stainless trim that sits on the outside of the car like a sill outside the rear passenger side window. I can just barely see one screw at one end but does the door panel and/or window need to come out to access this? If anyone has done this I'd like to learn what is involved. Here's a photo of the piece I'm talking about:…
For sale: 1963 Cadillac front center impact bar $100 + shipping
Posted on April 3, 2018 at 2:12pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Offering this newly re-chromed 1963 Cadillac front center impact bar for sale, $100 plus whatever it costs to ship it from Detroit to your location.
The unit fits perfect on driver's side but does not sit flush on passenger side. I am told someone needs to take a wooden block and hammer and bang the passenger side lower corner in to make it fit right. If you know how to do this stuff, this is the piece for you.
Email themidnighthour.tv@gmail.com with any questions.…
Continue1963 Carter Carb Mystery
Posted on May 17, 2016 at 11:30am 6 Comments 0 Likes
Last weekend, I was trying (vainly) to remove the blower motor cover in the engine compartment when I noticed something strange: A black rubber hose, originating from a vacuum actuator on the passenger side of my Carter carb, that went nowhere. The previous owner had carefully tucked the free end underneath another vacuum actuator attached to the blower motor cover. There was a plastic nipple stuck in the free end of the hose, meaning the other end led to another hose. I looked…
ContinueBeware OPGI Transmission Cooler Lines
Posted on May 22, 2015 at 8:30am 3 Comments 0 Likes
The lines sold for 1963 & 64 Cadillacs are NOT good on all cars. Specifically, they do NOT fit Series 62 or 75 vehicles.
The lines they sell have threaded ends/screws on both ends. Refer to your shop manuals and you will see this is NOT the correct fitting for the transmission ends. A complicated setup involving beaded tube endings and sleeves with O-rings connected by rubber hose & clamps is required.
After two lengthly phone conversations with customer service it…
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- At 12:48pm on June 23, 2014,
Bryan Moore said…
Quite all right, Lee! Can't say as I blame you a bit as it's beautiful Caddy! Long may she be enjoyed in your hands, sir! :)
- At 5:24pm on June 19, 2014,
Jason Edge said…
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Bendix Power Brake Unit Power Section
Started by Mathis Richter in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Chris Codd yesterday. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Hi,I have a huge problem my POWER SECTION of the ``Master-VAC Power Brake unit 9´´Diameter ´´ from Bendix is Broken and I can't open it to replace al the rubber parts did some of you have auch Power…Continue
Third brake light -help please.
Started by paul k in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge yesterday. 8 Replies 0 Likes
Did anybody from the club install third brake light in the rear window in his Cadillac? I have problem to figure out how to do it. Can I just run wire from break pedal switch and second wire connect…Continue
Extra speakers in the cadillac.
Started by paul k in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion yesterday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Ok, I have another question. Since I will run wire for a brake light I might run speakers wires.I would like to install 2 extra speakers or maybe 4. What is best option. I do have 2 speakers already-…Continue
429 and 400 trans. for sale
Started by Mark C Bills in For Sale. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 on Monday. 6 Replies 0 Likes
I have an excellent running 429 with 400 trans.recently removed from my 64. It has electronic ignition, new water pump,new fan and clutch(not pictured),new fuel pump,Holley 650 vac. sec. carb. with…Continue
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1964 Cadillac Fleetwood sixty special / transmission dipstick needed
Posted by Pablo on September 20, 2020 at 9:57pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
How are you doing folks, I’m looking for a transmission dipstick, any info I will appreciated, thank you very much
1963 Cadillac hood driver side hinge
Posted by Steven on September 16, 2020 at 9:23am 1 Comment 0 Likes
Hello,
Does anyone know were I can buy a 1963 Cadillac hood driver side hinge or is there any other hinge that would fit?
Thanks
Steven
Bad Guage?
Posted by Karl Schwarz on August 26, 2020 at 3:08pm 6 Comments 0 Likes
So I am troubleshooting my fuel gauge issue. I bought a new sender and tested it. It it goes from 1-ohm (empty) to 35-ohm (full). When I test it (outside the tank), when the float is in the up (full) position it only moves the gauge to about 1/2 full. When at the bottom (empty) position the gauge shows empty. This is the same issue I have when I fill and then use the gas in the tank - the gauge never reads ore than half full. Based on what I've read on this thread it would seem like the…
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