Russ Austin
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What parts do you need for your Cadillac?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Russ Austin Jul 23. 2 Replies

What parts to your need for your Cadillac?  Need a part to get it running or just to tidy things up a bit?  Starters to nice A pillar moldings, my 1500 squarer footing shop is packed with parts. …Continue

64 trunk locks for sale.

Started Apr 17 0 Replies

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

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

Started Nov 30, 2025 0 Replies

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

 

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Russ Austin replied to Russ Austin's discussion What parts do you need for your Cadillac?
"Jon, I am out of bumper buckets, those go first when I bring in a parts car.  Just send me an email to get on the parts wait list.  russ@thecadishack.com "
Jul 23
Jon Turner replied to Russ Austin's discussion What parts do you need for your Cadillac?
"Hello Russ, I am looking for front lower bumpers for the driver and passenger side. Let me  know if you have both or even 1. Thank you, Jon T  jonturner707@gmail.com"
Jul 22
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What parts do you need for your Cadillac?

What parts to your need for your Cadillac?  Need a part to get it running or just to tidy things up a bit?  Starters to nice A pillar moldings, my 1500 squarer footing shop is packed with parts.  Cleaned and inspected engine blocks ready to ship out. I have parted out close to 30 63 64 Cadi's and should have what you are after. New and used parts for sale, I ship world wide and can help with some troubleshooting as well as I do answer my phone calls. Note that some parts sell almost immediately…See More
Jul 19
Russ Austin replied to Mark Geertsma's discussion WTB: 1963 Double Cardan CV Ball Socket Repair Kit (NEAPCO 2-9303)
"drive%20shaft%20new%20parts%20spec%20sheet.jpg  get with your local drive shaft shop or do a google search. these are the part numbers for the pieces."
Jul 15
Russ Austin replied to Cees de Bunje's discussion WTB console lid deck for 63 Eldorado
"I have what you need, please send me an email to;  russ@thecadishack.com  "
Jul 11
Russ Austin replied to Rick Yasenchack's discussion Brake Booster not enough compression
"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. "
Jun 22
Russ Austin replied to Mark Geertsma's discussion WTB: 1963 Double Cardan CV Ball Socket Repair Kit (NEAPCO 2-9303)
"Is it the back CV joint that is bad? You can get them new. "
Jun 18
Russ Austin replied to Rick Yasenchack's discussion Brake Booster not enough compression
"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. "
Jun 17
Russ Austin replied to Rick Yasenchack's discussion Brake Booster not enough compression
"Did you bench bleed the master cylinder before installing it? "
Jun 17
Russ Austin replied to Remco Waller's discussion Parts supplier for Cadillac Eldorado 1964
"Any parts store is going to have these items, or can order them in. "
Jun 12
Russ Austin replied to Rick Yasenchack's discussion Brake Booster not enough compression
"This guy rebuilds original boosters and has them for sale. David SabonjianCadillac Parts   Look him up on Google"
Jun 12
Russ Austin replied to Jason Edge's discussion 1963/64 Chapter Received Website of Merit Recognition
"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.   "
Jun 12
Russ Austin replied to Jacob Foster's discussion 1964 SDV - Rear End Bushings
"Dan no longer sells to anyone in the USA. "
Jun 12
Russ Austin replied to Jacob Foster's discussion 1964 SDV - Rear End Bushings
"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…"
Jun 12
Russ Austin replied to Anthony Vanacore's discussion For Sale - Fresh Chrome 1963 Series 62 Conv/CDV/Eldorado door panel chrome bezels
"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…"
May 2
Russ Austin replied to Anthony Vanacore's discussion WTB 63 Series 62 Original Trunk Material
"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 "
May 1

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Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
63 series 62 4 window sedan. 63 CDV
Cadillac LaSalle Club Membership Number? (Must be a member to Join Chapter & Website)
order #
1963/64 Cadillac Chapter Member?
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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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Take heads off for rebuild

Started by Ian Arnold in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge Aug 2. 3 Replies

Compression test 15 years ago was good. Not a lot of miles since then. Summer car.Last year had a oil pressure issue. Found an aluminum flake had stuck open oil pressure relief valve. (Low pressure…Continue

Headlight conversion

Started by Phillip Hill in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Phillip Hill Jul 27. 2 Replies

I recently converted my dim yellow headlights to LED after nearly cleaning up a roo the other night see attached pics for before and after …Continue

What parts do you need for your Cadillac?

Started by Russ Austin in General Discussion. Last reply by Russ Austin Jul 23. 2 Replies

What parts to your need for your Cadillac?  Need a part to get it running or just to tidy things up a bit?  Starters to nice A pillar moldings, my 1500 squarer footing shop is packed with parts. …Continue

Dino Diaries - Feb 28, 2025: What's Good for the Convertible is Good for the Coupe!

Started by Jason Edge in General Discussion. Last reply by Cees de Bunje Jul 22. 10 Replies

I have made some "factory" upgrades to my 64 Coupe de Ville by installing some options available to my Coupe de Ville such as power vent windows, tilt steering column, am/fm, 3 way rearview mirror,…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

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

'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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