"I have used Dorman 3100, also Lares 201 for 64 non tilt."
Ronnie Lay's Discussions
64 Fleetwood demo derby video
Started this discussion. Last reply by Ronnie Lay Jan 14, 2019. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Don't know if this has been posted here before, but I got a kick out of the wicked damage this 64 Cadillac does in this demolition derby.…Continue
Dealer Installed Options
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kevin Campbell Jan 15, 2019. 19 Replies 0 Likes
I just dragged a 64 Fleetwood home from a field in Texas and it has some options that are not on the ID tag. It has twilight sentinel, cruise control and a white painted top that are not noted on…Continue
65 Limo For Sale
Started this discussion. Last reply by Clovis Aug 21, 2018. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Not Mine.Saw this posted on the CLC forums.Nice looking 64 bodied 65 limo on Bring A Trailer, reasonable bid amount at the moment.…Continue
Silly With Silicone
Started this discussion. Last reply by Ronnie Lay Apr 1, 2019. 15 Replies 0 Likes
I picked up a 64 Sedan DeVille, which had sat since 2006 before getting aquired by a dealer this year. Dealer said car started right up but got no oil pressure, so he shut it down and brought it to…Continue
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"Both the Pittman arm and steering column have flats or splines to align them, just make sure your new or rebuilt steering gear is centered before installation. Shop Manual has very good, thorough instructions."
"I'd be interested and as word keeps getting around that what bushings are currently available are junk, I believe many more would be interested.
Are you considering using the existing bushing shells already installed on the arms and just…"
"I do all my own alignments with this set available on Amazon and Summit Racing for $209, works great.
Tenhulzen Auto 3300 2-Wheel Alignment System All-in-one Tool (Camber/Caster/Toe Plates)"
"Last year had my idler arm off a 64 with standard Y pipe exhaust and had no issues using a puller."
"Steering gear on my 64 Sedan Deville was leaking, tried a rebuilt unit, it was junk, steering wheel would turn by itself!
Tried another original used one, but it leaked also.
Ended up rebuilding mine myself with a kit from RockAuto for less than…"
"I've had mine for years and bought them off a Snap-On truck.
You might try the evil twins....... Amazon or ebay."
"I have a set of these 12 point crows feet that work great for these applications."
"I used this when I installed my Fleetwood letters, worked great, used to install all letters on both fenders and they're all still there!
3M 03601 Plastic Emblem and Trim Adhesive"
"It will probably be sometime in the fall when I will be able to swap out the rear links on my 64 Deville, at that time I will send them to Rare Parts."
"Left negative feedback at Rare Parts, we'll see if they post it.
Personally, I will use the Dan McNarry links on any Caddy of this era that need them, getting tired of inferior replacement parts for classic cars..........try to use NOS or…"
"Here are 2 pictures 1st with Rare Parts bushing, clearly showing bushing being compressed and elongated and off center on my 64 Deville, 2nd picture is the Dan McNarry link (bolt installed facing opposite of factory) showing bushing nice and…"
"Old bushings were removed by removing center rubber section (drilling) then cut a groove in the shell with a hacksaw blade, then collapse shell with hammer and punch and remove from link.
New bushings were pressed in with a ball joint…"
"I installed per the manual, with a torque wrench, tightening bolts only after car is off jacks and setting on the ground."
"I did not replace the yoke bushings, just control arms, as I stated earlier they are failing after 600 miles.
I am surprised because Rare Parts has a good reputation for producing quality parts.
Those large diameter rear bushings have bear the…"
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- Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
- 1964 Coupe Deville
1964 Fleetwood 60 White
1964 Fleetwood 60 Sierra Gold/White
1964 Sedan Deville
- Cadillac LaSalle Club Member? If Yes, Membership #?
- no
- 1963/64 Cadillac Chapter Member?
- no
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- At 5:02pm on June 11, 2017,
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.
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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 1 hour 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 4 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 18 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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