"There is probably trapped air in the master cylinder. Get it level in a vice to bleed it. You will also need a steady vacuum to the booster. "
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64 trunk locks for sale.
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I have 64 trunk locks for sale. A complete one, and a few with missing crests.All with the keys included. Please email me at russ@thecadishack.com to inquire about getting one. Continue
2026 63 64 Cadillac calendars for sale.
Started this discussion. Last reply by Russ Austin Dec 28, 2025. 2 Replies 0 Likes
The 2026 63 64 Cadillac wall calendars are out and for sale at 16.00 each plus shipping. Please email me at russ@thecadishack.com to get yours. …Continue
NOS AC Delco points and condensers for sale
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I have a stock pile of NOS points and condensers for sale. 40.00 for the points and 20.00 for the condensers. Please email me at russ@thecadishack.com Continue
For sale; Hydra Matic transmission
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Known good Hydra Matic transmission for a 63 64 Cadi.Came out of my driving 63 coupe. I went the LS route.Resealed the pan, speedo drive, front and rear seals.Comes with a new rear…Continue
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"Is it the back CV joint that is bad? You can get them new. "
"The master cylinder needs to be removed and out into a vice. Level the master cylinder to get all of the air out. reinstall and bleed the wheel cylinders from the furthest to the closest wheel. "
"Did you bench bleed the master cylinder before installing it? "
"Any parts store is going to have these items, or can order them in. "
"This guy rebuilds original boosters and has them for sale. David SabonjianCadillac Parts Look him up on Google"
"Congratz on the award Jason. Please give some of your professional guidance to whomever is in charge of the CLC web site. It always needs attention. "
"Dan no longer sells to anyone in the USA. "
"I have adaptor inserts made to fit the poly bushings. I sell them as a complete kit. This is for the rear bushing in the lower arm only, as this gets all of the downforce from the spring.
email me at russ@thecadishack.com to…"
"I have the RH side, and a few options for the LH side. I have a 64 LH side but it has the emergency switch letters embossed. Your chrome shop can solder them up and rechrome the piece.
email me at russ@thecadishack.com to inquire…"
"Anthony, I have 2 parts cars with intact trunks and I have the brackets for the jack accessories. Please email me at russ@thecadishack.com "
64 trunk locks for sale.
I have 64 trunk locks for sale. A complete one, and a few with missing crests.All with the keys included. Please email me at russ@thecadishack.com to inquire about getting one. See More
"Troubleshooting is in order. The single gray wire on the headlight switch is the dash lights. The blue wire on the connector is the headlight power to the dimmer switch. Check that they have 12V"
"Mike, I have clock parts, please send me an email; russ@thecadishack.com "
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- At 10:10am on December 24, 2025,
Dennis P. DiBari said…
Russ,
This is a great picture for your calendar.
Dennis DiBari
- At 10:48am on December 12, 2023,
Jason Edge said…
Hi Russ, Welcome Back to the Cadillac & LaSalle Club, The 1963/64 Cadillac Chapter and our Chapter Website.
It is good to have you back with us!
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Brake Booster not enough compression
Started by Rick Yasenchack in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Dennis P. DiBari yesterday. 20 Replies 0 Likes
I bought my 63 2-door convertible 62 series a few years back, previous owner said a new brake booster was just installed and that was why brake pedal was a rock. Did not know.Just had engine…Continue
WTB: 1963 Double Cardan CV Ball Socket Repair Kit (NEAPCO 2-9303)
Started by Mark Geertsma in Wanted to Buy. Last reply by Mark Geertsma on Friday. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Looking to buy the -now seemingly obsolete (?)- NEAPCO 2-9303 double cardan CV joint repair kit for my 63 SdV.Anyone here who has one for sale or knows about an equivalent?Continue
VAPOR LOCK?
Started by Joel A Campos in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Joel A Campos on Thursday. 10 Replies 0 Likes
Hi All, I finished my 429 transplant (Still a 429) last fall and cannot get the car to run correctly. The carburetor, a stock Rochester 4gc was fully dismantled and cleaned and put back…Continue
Illuminated light switch bezel
Started by Mark Geertsma in General Discussion Jun 16. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I will soon be replacing the original type instrument panel light bulbs with LEDS for better visibility. Over the years, I have noticed that some people on this forum have figured out a way to…Continue
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1963 RHS A/C kick panel - photos needed
Posted by SK on June 2, 2025 at 2:20pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
Could someone post front and back photos of the 1963 right-hand kick panel with A/C?
My car didn’t come with the original kick panels, so it's a bit of a mystery to me how I should cut the backing board and carpet to fit around the A/C.
Many thanks,
-Samu
New old stock seat material
Posted by Ray Schick on August 22, 2024 at 6:25pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
I bought this seat material thinking that it’s…
Loud air moving sound within carb with cleaner removed
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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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