September 2018 Blog Posts (2)

HVAC Vacuum Valve Clip-need the one for the Power Control side

Hi.

Update:

I removed both 7 nipple vacuum valves and called my buddy who owns a machine shop. Tomorrow we'll re-surface the valve faces and then I'll reinstall them. HOWEVER, the one that comes out easily and comes apart with no rivet is on the Power module side. It installs on one side with a small bolt, and on the other it is held on by a clip, WHICH IS MISSING ON MY CAR. I am going to assume it is the same clip that is used on the Control Module side. Anybody got one? Happy…

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Added by Norman Silverman on September 17, 2018 at 8:15pm — 42 Comments

7 vacuum valve-need a good one or someone to recondition mine

So, I've put my 7 vacuum valve from the control head side to the test, and it failed. I looked at the instructions for re-conditioning it and unless I am missing something, the instructions are missing something (about how to take off the clip that provides the tension that holds the two pieces together). 

In any case, I can't do this particular repair so I am looking for a new valve (not likely), or a good re-conditioned one, or someone who has done this before and would do mine for…

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Added by Norman Silverman on September 15, 2018 at 5:44pm — 5 Comments

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Parts to replace Power Brake and Master Cylinder for 1964 Eldorado

Started by Remco Waller in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Dennis P. DiBari 4 hours ago. 1 Reply

I have a 1964 Eldorado and based on paperwork received with the purchase the Power Brake unit & master Cylinder were never replaced. The brakes are working currently well but as pre-caution I…Continue

How to keep my soft top in good condition?

Started by Remco Waller in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Remco Waller 10 hours ago. 2 Replies

Hi, I own a 1964 Eldorado convertible since last August and would love to get some input what the best way is to keep my soft top in good conditions.Which materials to use to clean / preserve the…Continue

VAPOR LOCK?

Started by Joel A Campos in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Dennis P. DiBari 18 hours ago. 4 Replies

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

64 trunk locks for sale.

Started by Russ Austin in General Discussion 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

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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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