During the process of a complete restoration (and color change) of my ‘63s interior during the winter of 2016, I replaced the aftermarket seatbelts that were in my car with restored original '64 buckles and retractors. I had a terrific experience with Ssnake-Oyl Products out of Tyler Texas, so I thought I share the info.
In my opinion, the '64 seat belt buckle with the Cadillac Crest is the coolest looking seat belt buckle ever put in a car. Apparently, they're not easy to find in…
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What I enjoy most about old cars is that they can be restored to original condition, radically customized, or somewhere between those extremes, reflecting the owner's individual style. For my '63 Convertible, I want to achieve a mostly original look, with minor custom touches to make it clean, smooth, and low. This article is to share my experience in choosing and installing the suspension components to achieve a low stance and a comfortable ride.
I purchased my car in August of…
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Our old Cadillacs have a pretty simple electrical system using an externally regulated alternator to keep the battery charged and run the accessories while driving. First appearing in 1963, the GM 10DN externally regulated alternator was a step up from the bulky generator used on the '62 and earlier. But newer, internally regulated alternators are now available that can output three times the current in the same size package. This article explains how I upgraded my charging system to a…
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Hi All,
I wanted to share my experience converting my factory air system to 134a refrigerant, hoping it will save you time and money. After I changed the parts, I got my system charged professionally and it works amazingly well, blowing ice cold at the vents. Here's what I did:
I started with a call to Old Air Products (oldairproducts.com) from Texas. I'm usually the guy who researches everything alone and then buys the parts online without ever interfacing with a human, but…
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Started by Rick Yasenchack in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Rick Yasenchack 2 hours ago. 4 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
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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
Started by Dave Fehrle in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Dennis P. DiBari on Thursday. 5 Replies 0 Likes
While enjoying the fruits of my labor on all new rear suspension and…Continue
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I'm looking for some info and hopefully some pictures on the commercial chassis dual battery setup. Is the second battery tray (driver side) , the same as the passenger side or is it mirrored? I'm…Continue
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
Posted by Chase on March 12, 2025 at 2:05pm 14 Comments 1 Like
Hey guys,
I have installed the same Edelbrock carb and have done everything the same as Jason’s carb and intake project. In the spring and summer months the car starts, runs and idles great! In the fall and winter months on a cold start, the car starts awful and wants to die until it warms up. I have to keep my foot on the throttle until it warms up or it will idle just terrible and try to die. Once it’s warm, it runs fantastic! Whats going on here? I was thinking of removing the…
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I bought this seat material thinking that it’s…
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