"On one side, I don’t have the holes since it’s a replacement fender from a non-fleetwood. So I ground off the pegs and just put glue on the backside of the letter. On the other side, I have the pegs so I used a little on the back of the…"
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B Pillar Interior Trim
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge May 3. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Hi Everyone:The interior trim covering for my B Pillars is missing in my 64 Fleetwood, and I am wondering what the piece(s) looks like so I can recreate it.I found this photo online (not a Fleetwood)…Continue
Rear Vent Window Weatherstripping Replacement
Started this discussion. Last reply by Michael Buonaccorso Dec 25, 2022. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Has anyone here replaced the weatherstripping on the rear vent windows of a Fleetwood 60 Special? Unlike the front vent windows, the pivot shaft of the window is inserted into the weatherstipping…Continue
Fleetwood vs. other 6 window sedans
Started this discussion. Last reply by Michael Buonaccorso Apr 25, 2022. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Are the rear doors on other 6 window sedans the same as the Fleetwood 60 special? Obviously the door cards are different, but is that it? Steele has weatherstripping available for the rear door 6…Continue
Rear patch panel
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 Sep 7, 2021. 3 Replies 0 Likes
I am looking for a patch panel to weld in to replace the rusted out section of my rear end as circled in the picture. This is for a 1964 Fleetwood 60.Regards,MikeContinue
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"I used superglue, and once it set up it was an extremely strong hold. Just be careful and don’t use too much. I first tried using 3m plastic trim adhesive, but it didn’t work well and a letter fell off (luckly in my driveway)."
"I sent MIke an email this morning with pictures but thought I would share here showing the front and back of these. I was able to locate several colors in my stash but not the sandalwood with the cut pile that he needs. The only difference…"
"There is not cardboard on the back... it is just a piece of carpet on the bottom sewn to a piece of vinyl/leather at the top, and glued to the metal inside B-pillar with what looks like that 3M spray adhesive. From memory there is not difference…"
B Pillar Interior Trim
Hi Everyone:The interior trim covering for my B Pillars is missing in my 64 Fleetwood, and I am wondering what the piece(s) looks like so I can recreate it.I found this photo online (not a Fleetwood) - It looks like there is carpet on the bottom, and then maybe matching leather (?) above that. Is there a cardboard backer that ties it all together or are they separately attached? Also, does it vary based on model?…See More
"FYI for future reference, the 61-63 seals do work fine on the 64. I'll take some pictures and post them in a few days so others have a reference.
Thanks Russ for your help!"
"Thanks Jason, good suggestions. Steele lists the replacement part for Fleetwoods from 61-64, so that broadens the search even more."
"Michael, as a CLC member I would reach out to other members with a 63/64 Fleetwood and see if they have run into this rear vent window rubber seal issue. Marty Smith is one member that I know has restored a lot of his Fleetwood 60 Special. Looking…"
"If all else fails you might try to use the old part of the weather strip with the metal insert ( if salvageable ) and attach the new weatherstrip rubber to it using a CA glue ( crazy glue ) that is excellent for bonding rubber to rubber for…"
"If the weatherstrip is not correct I would think another source might be the answer for the correct part
You might try - Restorers Choice - to see if they might have what you need
Just a best chance guess on my part —-but…"
"The issue is the metal is molded into the weatherstripping itself. On the new piece there is also a metal strip molded in, but the area where I could potentially drill a hole is notched out and is only rubber. "
"Michael. One would assume since the metal guide piece didn't come with the rubber you were to reuse the old metal I am seeing in the picture. I have some 60S rears somewhere and can take a look at one when it gets above 10 degrees, but…"
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Rear Vent Window Weatherstripping Replacement
Has anyone here replaced the weatherstripping on the rear vent windows of a Fleetwood 60 Special? Unlike the front vent windows, the pivot shaft of the window is inserted into the weatherstipping itself. On the original rubber, there was a hole in the molded steel of the weatherstripping that it fit into. On the reproduction (Steele), there is just a rubber pocket with no metal backing, so a hole (with integrity) can't be drilled. As a result, I cant properly keep the window from falling out. I…See More
"Russ
That was me! Good find, all though my specific needs are for a 64. Still on the hunt, but I have some ideas…"
"Thanks for the idea!"
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- Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
- 1964 Fleetwood 60 Special
- Cadillac LaSalle Club Member? If Yes, Membership #?
- 32717
- 1963/64 Cadillac Chapter Member?
- Yes
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- At 8:02am on June 16, 2020,
Jason Edge said…
Welcome to the 63/64 Cadillac Website.
This site is hosted by the CLC (Cadillac LaSalle Club) 1963/64 Cadillac Chapter. Joining the website is free to everyone, however, you must be a CLC member to join the Chapter.
- Click on www.join.6364cadillac.com for more information on joining the 1963/64 Cadillac Chapter and the Cadillac LaSalle Club.Be sure and check out all the links and pages and make yourself at home. The Help Page at www.help.6364cadillac.com will have links to many useful articles and information about our Cadillacs.
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Correct rims and drums?
Started by Logan Robb in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 13 minutes ago. 5 Replies 0 Likes
As I am collecting items for a brake overhaul, I’ve have come across many posts about the aftermarket drums not being of quality like the originals. I am fairly certain the drums I have are not…Continue
cooling problem solved
Started by greg in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 3 hours ago. 6 Replies 1 Like
I have a 64 Fleetwood and in the summertime with the a/c cranking when I would be in traffic or going slow it would always run warm....close to the 3/4 mark sometimes. I replaced the fan clutch…Continue
Powder Coated Rims
Started by Logan Robb in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion 17 hours ago. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I have a very reputable blasting and powder coating shop near me, come this winter, I am thinking of getting my wheels power coated in preparation for new tires in the spring. Is this a good idea? I…Continue
Dragging to one side
Started by Sammy in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 on Monday. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Hi there, after a lot of work on my brakes - new cylinder, hardware, shoes, hoses, going back to old drums, the car still drags to one side. Does this for years now, but I hoped to get rid of it…Continue
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WANTED HARMONIC BALANCER BOLT 1964 DEVILLE
Posted by ANGELO MARTINEZ on July 23, 2023 at 10:44pm 3 Comments 0 Likes
Hope someone can help me to find the harmonic balancer bolt for my 1964 Cadilac Deville 429 engine
in advance, thank you for your help.
Clock ‘64 DeVille
Posted by Matt Vander Hooven on July 23, 2023 at 7:36pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
Is there still a member in the Detroit area that refurbishes clocks?
Matt VH
Spark Plug Heat Range
Posted by Patrick Westphal on July 7, 2023 at 10:00am 3 Comments 0 Likes
I found a diagram that illustrates the main factor in determining a spark plug heat range that I was trying to describe to you during the chapter get together.
Here it is:
The main factor is the length of the ceramic insulator from the middle of the spark plug to the tip (where the spark happens)
The insulator…
ContinueLower Front End Ball Joints
Posted by Logan Robb on May 11, 2023 at 9:04am 7 Comments 0 Likes
Good Morning all!
I took the 64 into the shop to have some adjustments completed and in the process decided to have the lower ball joints replaced as was recommended the last time I had it in. I ordered the parts and came into the shop. They quoted me nearly $500 to replace those lower ball joints requiring nearly 4hrs of labor. Now this is a reputable shop and they know me by name here and they will continue to get my business. I am just questioning what on earth is…
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