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TV rod adjustment 1963 Cad

Started this discussion. Last reply by Russ Austin on Tuesday. 4 Replies

I’m struggling with my TV rod adjustment. I’ve been trying to adjust it as per shop manual, but it’s still not OK. When cold, it shifts smoothly through all four gears, when hot, it hesitates (lots…Continue

Tags: adjustment, rod, TV

1963 AC evaporator core leaking?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Kurt Apr 1. 1 Reply

Hi all,Again I have issues with my AC system. Had it refilled recently but within a few days the system was empty again. The AC mechanic added tracer fluid to check for leaks, but there are no…Continue

Tags: 1963, core, evaporator, AC

 

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Russ Austin replied to Mark Geertsma's discussion TV rod adjustment 1963 Cad
"Are you setting the TV rod with the throttle rod disconnected from the carb? The vacuum dash pot hods the throttle open just a little bit. "
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Mark Geertsma replied to Mark Geertsma's discussion TV rod adjustment 1963 Cad
"Trans was rebuilt about 2 years ago and all internal seals were replaced. The problem started when I changed the fluid (type A). It was shifting fine before but with the fresh ATF,  2-3 shift was a bit too late to my taste so I decided to reset…"
Monday
Russ Austin replied to Mark Geertsma's discussion TV rod adjustment 1963 Cad
"Its not the TV rod, the trans is in need of a rebuild. Fluid is bypassing internal seals when hot.  Try adding Lucas trans additive. "
Monday
Doug Scarrow replied to Mark Geertsma's discussion TV rod adjustment 1963 Cad
"  You may have the the TV rod adjustment close because it shifts fine when cold. The Fluid gets thinner when it heats up . I had a similar problem running Dexron VI which is thinner in viscosity than Type A or Dexron II or III. I ran 5 Litres…"
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TV rod adjustment 1963 Cad

I’m struggling with my TV rod adjustment. I’ve been trying to adjust it as per shop manual, but it’s still not OK. When cold, it shifts smoothly through all four gears, when hot, it hesitates (lots of revs) to make the 2-3 shift and most of the time there’s no 3-4 shift. I’ve tried and test drove time and time again yesterday, but with very limited results. Fluid level is OK, so I suspect I’m doing something wrong with the adjustment. Can someone knowledgeable in this field pls give me a simple…See More
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Kurt replied to Mark Geertsma's discussion 1963 AC evaporator core leaking?
"It's possible that the evaporator core is leaking. There are electronic freon detectors that "sniff" the air and  beep when they detect freon (& other gasses). These are good for finding leaks from inside the A/C box through…"
Apr 1
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1963 AC evaporator core leaking?

Hi all,Again I have issues with my AC system. Had it refilled recently but within a few days the system was empty again. The AC mechanic added tracer fluid to check for leaks, but there are no visible leaks anywhere. I’m starting to think it’s the evaporator core as this is the only place that can’t be checked.From your experience, how likely is it that the evaporator core is leaking?And how easy (or not) is it to replace the core?See More
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Mark Geertsma replied to Jason Edge's discussion Website Header - Experimenting with Rotating Member Cars
"Nice!"
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"Thank you very much Mark!! Dennis DiBari"
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"Sounds like a good idea to me! Like this, you get to see everyone’s car from time to time. "
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"Your picture gave me an idea. We have our sort of bland header with the 63 and 64 front clip, how about rotate member 63's on left and member 64's on the right? I can pull from our Member Cadillacs or just grab the from posts by…"
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"Thanks! Like the color on your 64. You don’t see that very often."
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"Hi Mark,      That is one sharp looking Caddy.  Great pictures. Dennis DiBari"
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Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
1963 Sedan de Ville
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At 6:23pm on March 26, 2025, Dennis P. DiBari said…

Thank you very much Mark!!

Dennis DiBari

At 7:28am on March 24, 2025, Dennis P. DiBari said…

Hi Mark,

     That is one sharp looking Caddy.  Great pictures.

Dennis DiBari

At 3:52pm on March 23, 2025, Jason Edge said…

Hi Mark,
Welcome back to the 63/64 Cadillac Chapter & Website!  Share some pictures and stories on your 63 Cadillac and bring us all up-to-date when you get a chance.
Jason. 

 
 
 

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Rear suspension project

Started by Dave Fehrle in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Robert Alan Shannon yesterday. 9 Replies

I’m starting the complete rear suspension update/upgrade-new springs and shocks,replacing spherical joint and bushings on yoke and control links! Just wondering if there are any tips to help with the…Continue

TV rod adjustment 1963 Cad

Started by Mark Geertsma in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Russ Austin on Tuesday. 4 Replies

I’m struggling with my TV rod adjustment. I’ve been trying to adjust it as per shop manual, but it’s still not OK. When cold, it shifts smoothly through all four gears, when hot, it hesitates (lots…Continue

Tags: adjustment, rod, TV

Vintage Promo Picture #3 - 1963 Fleetwood 60 Special in Royal Maroon

Started by Jason Edge in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion on Monday. 0 Replies

Here is the 3rd picture in my collection of "Promo Pictures" - a 1963 Fleetwood 60 Special.  This 60 Special appears to be Royal Maroon, Paint Code 52.  Not sure exactly how these were used, but they…Continue

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Edelbrock Carb Block off Plates

Posted by Chase on March 12, 2025 at 2:05pm 14 Comments

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…

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'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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Loud air moving sound within carb with cleaner removed

Posted by Dave Fehrle on March 23, 2024 at 3:23pm 8 Comments

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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