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kent mooreIgnition switch retainer ring tool for sale on ebay.ca

Started this discussion. Last reply by maurice lapoiinte Feb 27, 2022. 2 Replies

I have posted up forsale an original kent moore ignition retainer ring socket 6481 if anyone needs or wants one. item #154184567474. thanksmauriceContinue

for sale frame off restored 1963 convertible

Started this discussion. Last reply by maurice lapoiinte Sep 5, 2020. 6 Replies

I have decided to sell my 1963 convertible. frame off restoration completed in may 2019, driven under 500 miles since. appraised at 60000 Canadian(45000 US) asking price $49,900 Canadian (38000) US.…Continue

wanted balast tube for guide eye amp

Started this discussion. Last reply by Russ Austin Dec 8, 2019. 1 Reply

I am looking for a vaccum tube for my guide eye amp. tube #5947343 it call the ballast tube, its the shorter one of the 2 and only has a filament in it. fits 59-66 cadillacs with the guidematic…Continue

trunk wheel wrench location

Started this discussion. Last reply by Tony and Ginny 429 Mar 24, 2019. 2 Replies

Just finishing up my trunk restoration on my 63 convertible. the spare mounts to the floor on the right rear, the jack goes in the clips on the right side. the jack base and hook go in their holders…Continue

 

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maurice lapoiinte replied to Larry Rees's discussion interior carpet
"the Eldorado only comes as a convertible and that's why I ordered it. I called acc direct and they where kind of clueless as to their bad listing. the Eldorado carpet fit my series 62 convertible perfect as all convertible 63 or 64 model…"
Feb 6
maurice lapoiinte left a comment for Shawn
"sorry I do not have the extra carpet it went to a friends car"
Jan 13
maurice lapoiinte and Shawn are now friends
Jan 13
maurice lapoiinte replied to Larry Rees's discussion interior carpet
"I used acc for my 63 convertible  the product was good but I came across one issue. when I originally ordered the person on the phone asked if my car was a series 62 or Eldorado. I told them series 62 and the carpet I got was for a series 62…"
Jan 12
maurice lapoiinte replied to Chris's discussion Will a 67 intake fit on 64 heads?
"according to my gm parts catalogue the 64-67 head part #s are the same except for the air smog heads so it should all fit together with your 67 intake. the valley pan and carb is needed of course.you will also need the trans kick down switch bracket…"
Oct 23, 2022
maurice lapoiinte replied to maurice lapoiinte's discussion kent mooreIgnition switch retainer ring tool for sale on ebay.ca
"that's long gone"
Feb 27, 2022
Mike Travers replied to maurice lapoiinte's discussion kent mooreIgnition switch retainer ring tool for sale on ebay.ca
"I see this is an older post but I wonder if this is still available."
Feb 27, 2022
maurice lapoiinte replied to Michael Vogler's discussion A/C without Climate Control??
"dash pad is definately 63. no cut out for the a/c sensor grill and the guidematic sensor on the top. the 64 has the ac sensor grill just above the center of the steering wheel and the guidematic sensor is in the lf fender. looks like a mis match of…"
Jan 30, 2022
maurice lapoiinte replied to Jason Edge's discussion 1963 Cadillac Fleetwood 60 Special Question - Trivia.
"both of the 2 I parted out where painted  down the center"
Jan 3, 2022
maurice lapoiinte replied to Matti Roth's discussion Unknown part quiz , Episode 2
"park brake cable clevis trans mount to frame bolts and plate and engine lifter valley pan bolts"
Sep 11, 2021
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kent mooreIgnition switch retainer ring tool for sale on ebay.ca

I have posted up forsale an original kent moore ignition retainer ring socket 6481 if anyone needs or wants one. item #154184567474. thanksmauriceSee More
Nov 24, 2020
maurice lapoiinte replied to keith price's discussion Interiors in the PNW
"try these guys they supposedly took over from the guy that did a great job on mine many years ago. it looked factory correct when I got it back including the crests embossed in the leather.The company is -- Texas Auto Upolstery --in Vancouver…"
Nov 23, 2020
maurice lapoiinte replied to maurice lapoiinte's discussion for sale frame off restored 1963 convertible
"Thanks guys now the search is on for a nice driver quality 63-4 sedan deville, Fleetwood or 63 park ave."
Sep 5, 2020
Tony and Ginny 429 replied to maurice lapoiinte's discussion for sale frame off restored 1963 convertible
"I do second - the Congratulations  Very glad to see such a fine restoration being worthy of the detail that surely when into that one  One Stunning 63 convertible going to a new very happy Classic Antique Cadillac Owner !! You gonna miss…"
Sep 3, 2020
Jason Edge replied to maurice lapoiinte's discussion for sale frame off restored 1963 convertible
"Congrats on the sale!"
Sep 3, 2020
maurice lapoiinte replied to maurice lapoiinte's discussion for sale frame off restored 1963 convertible
"sold"
Sep 3, 2020

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Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
63 series 62 convertible
Cadillac LaSalle Club Member? If Yes, Membership #?
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1963/64 Cadillac Chapter Member?
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63 guidematic issues

Posted on November 24, 2019 at 3:10pm 0 Comments

 So my 63 guide matic headlamps stay on low beam all the time. I have so far bypassed the system and everything works normal. I have been thru the trouble shooting in the manual but this is where the confusion begins.on my car when the power relay is powered I have low beam and when its not powered I have highbeam, this appears to be opposite what the diagnosis says should be correct.The wiring is all original and no wires have been mixed up.has anyone ever unplugged the 2 wire connector…

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At 6:34pm on January 5, 2018, tom servas said…

Maurice, Understand that you posted some details on the restoration of a 63 convert. I am in the process of redoing a 64 convert and would like to review your "pitfalls and things I have learned"

Thanks Tom

At 4:33pm on January 6, 2013, Jason Edge said…

Welcome to the 63/64 Cadillac Website.

Be sure and check out all the links and pages and make yourself at home.

Jason

 
 
 

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Correct rims and drums?

Started by Logan Robb in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Logan Robb 2 hours ago. 4 Replies

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

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

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

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

  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

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

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…

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Lower Front End Ball Joints

Posted by Logan Robb on May 11, 2023 at 9:04am 7 Comments

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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