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Hair dryer helped to get my 1964 power seat working
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 Nov 18. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Hello AllMy 64 Cadillac sits in storage most of the time-amazingly no matter how long I leave it no boost or extra gas is required to start it, even after several months. (yes, the battery is still…Continue
64 carburetor removal/replacement caveats??
Started this discussion. Last reply by Norman Silverman Nov 4, 2022. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Hello AllRecently, my 64 SDV became tough to cold start. No amount of pumping would get it to fire, but a little gas poured down the carb would cause it to start right up. When I started looking at…Continue
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64 THM Electric Kickdown switch connections: only two at linkage, or more at Tranny?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Norman Silverman Apr 6, 2021. 6 Replies 0 Likes
Hello all.As I reported in a prior post, I got my car back from the shop and now have a part throttle kickdown. Great! However, either by coincidence or by oversight I now no longer have a Full…Continue
Transmission tail shaft bushing (s) and seal for 64 with TH400
Started this discussion. Last reply by Norman Silverman Apr 2, 2021. 18 Replies 0 Likes
Now that I have acquired a transmission mount for my car I want to also buy a transmission tail shaft bushing (s) and seal. I remember Clovis mentioned he replaced his a while ago-any chance part…Continue
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"Norm, That is an innovative way to attack the problem. Congrats on the simple fix. My best guess is there may still be some dried residue on the shafts those gears slide back and forth. When you take the transmission apart you really have to make…"
Hair dryer helped to get my 1964 power seat working
Hello AllMy 64 Cadillac sits in storage most of the time-amazingly no matter how long I leave it no boost or extra gas is required to start it, even after several months. (yes, the battery is still connected). But that's not the point I want to share. When I first got the car the power seat motor hummed but the seat did not move, so I took apart the transmission, cleaned it and lubed it, reinstalled it and the problem was solved. Until recently, that is. Now, after the car has sat for a few…See More
"Mystery solved!
While it was the accelerator pump "Circuit" it was not the pump that was causing my problem, it was the oblong brass check valve that sits in the circuit passage right before the pump jet outlets are. It was stuck, so I…"
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"You can remove just the carb and leave the spacer and gaskets in place
The carb base gasket SB reusable
Good opportunity to clean out the heat channel at the front of the intake for a smoother idle ( if clogged )
Do clamp off any…"
" Norman
If the accelerator pump has gone bad the plunger gets worn and is not doing its job
That pump pushes a prime squirt into the Venturi when you pump the car to start it —-or —when you are increasing speed by stepping…"
64 carburetor removal/replacement caveats??
Hello AllRecently, my 64 SDV became tough to cold start. No amount of pumping would get it to fire, but a little gas poured down the carb would cause it to start right up. When I started looking at the carb I was amazed to find that the accelerator pump was not working/or the passages are clogged (I favor the first). In any case the carb has to come off. Amazingly, there is no initial stumble or hesitation from the car, it runs flawlessly. So much so that I'm reluctant to touch it, but the pump…See More
"Occam's Razor rules the day: It was a bad kick down switch on the linkage. Shoulda checked it first but it was working just a week ago.
Thanks for all responses, I learned something anyway.
Norm"
"I just always love the pictures with circles and arrows for clarity
Always reminds me of the song — Alice’s Restaurant
Enjoy "
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"Thanks. Approximately where on the tranny does it connect? Near the Modulator or somewhere else."
"The white wire from kick down switch goes to transmission connector. Trace it back to transmission connector and make sure it is attached and no breaks in wire."
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- Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
- 1964 Coupe De Ville
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Is there a separate Starter Relay, or does the Solenoid serve that purpose?
Posted on August 30, 2019 at 5:57pm 7 Comments 0 Likes
Hello All.
I will be replacing the starter solenoid tomorrow (actually my mechanic will do the work, I'll just supervise). In checking the FSM electrical schematic and chapter verbiage, I don't see anything that looks like (or is referred to as) a starter Relay. It seems the Starter Solenoid serves the function and there's no separate relay. Right or Wrong?
If wrong, where…
ContinueStarter Solenoid replacement-how difficult? Where to buy?
Posted on August 20, 2019 at 8:24pm 7 Comments 0 Likes
Hello All.
I believe the starter solenoid has gone bad in my 64 DeVille. When I turn the key, often all I get is a click, then if I try a few times again the starter turns perfectly. All battery cables are on tight and the battery is good. So, I believe this problem is the solenoid. Where do I buy the right solenoid and is it necessary to remove the starter in order to swap it out? …
Continue64 Recirc/Fresh Air Door Actuator replaced; FROM THE INSIDE.
Posted on February 4, 2019 at 11:21pm 8 Comments 0 Likes
I am happy to report that I have successfully replaced the Fresh Air/Recirc door actuator that is located on the blower box-and have done so without having to remove the blower box. I did it by taking out the glove box and attacking it from the back. It took several days, LOTS of patience and some band-aids, but it is done. THE most difficult part -BY FAR- is to remove and then replace the screw that sits on the actuator arm, connecting it to the fresh…
ContinueSource for Motor mounts and Trans mounts 1964 SDV
Posted on January 9, 2019 at 4:23pm 4 Comments 0 Likes
Hi.
Where is the best place to purchase good quality motor mounts/trans mounts for my 1964 SDV? I see that Rock Auto has them for $8 and change, and others for $24 and change. Big difference. Is there a better place to buy them from?
Thanks
Norm
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- At 5:00am on January 8, 2021,
Theo said…
Dear Norman,
I have received your e-mails for which thank you very much!
I will come back to it shortly, but due to the time difference of 9 hours, there may be some delay.
Kind regards
Theo
- At 4:47pm on August 27, 2012,
Jason Edge said…
Hi Norm,
Welcome to the new 63/64 Cadillac site.
Jason.
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AC vacuum issues on '63 Series 62
Started by Terry Lange in Restoration Discussion 59 minutes ago. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I recently had my AC compressor rebuilt and recharged with R12. 4 months later, it is still blowing 37 degree air, so I am happy. This past Saturday I went to a car show which involved about 25…Continue
Master parts list manuals 1964 deville
Started by One piece at a time in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by One piece at a time yesterday. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Hi everyone just looking for some input as to which copy of the master parts list would be a better fit for meFor some reason there are 2 variations of them one being 1957-1964 and the other being…Continue
Welcome 1963/64 Cadillac Chapter Members
Started by Jason Edge in Chapter Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge yesterday. 436 Replies 4 Likes
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1963/64 Cadillac Chapter Website Membership Requirement Change
Started by Jason Edge in General Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge on Friday. 4 Replies 0 Likes
The 63/64 Cadillac Website at…Continue
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'63 Eldorado trumpet horn + 2 standard horns restoration
Posted by Les Eastling on November 15, 2023 at 10:34am 1 Comment 0 Likes
My son, unbeknownst to me, had all three of the horns on our 1963 Eldorado completely restored. We had recently added the Eldorado trumpet horn to the two standard horns and the sound was not very good... we had heard good ones so we knew something was not right... but there was not much we could do to get better sound from the 3 horns.
There is a restoration service called The Horn Works who my son…
Continueupgrade turn signals on a 63 convertible
Posted by Brian Lydford on November 11, 2023 at 1:14pm 6 Comments 0 Likes
Hi all,
I have a 63 series 62 convertible.
Thought it would be a good idea to make the fin lights flash as well as tail/stop lights.
They did this in 64 i believe.
i replaced single filiment bulb holder in fin lamp, to a twin filiment.
ran a wire from the tail/stop lights to this extra filiment in the fin light.
its the pink wire on the color diagram i have. purple on passenger side.
Any how, yes it works and looks great, during the…
ContinueWANTED HARMONIC BALANCER BOLT 1964 DEVILLE
Posted by ANGELO MARTINEZ on July 23, 2023 at 10:44pm 2 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
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