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   Has anyone had good luck with a replacement gas tank?  I need to replace my gas tank in my 64 CDV and as I look around I see advertised replacement tanks that will work, but the fine print states …

   Has anyone had good luck with a replacement gas tank?  I need to replace my gas tank in my 64 CDV and as I look around I see advertised replacement tanks that will work, but the fine print states that they are 4 gal less than the original tank.  Cadi's aren't known for their fuel economy.  Would like to find something with the same gallons.  Anyone have any experiences to share?  Thanks Kevin

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Added by Kevin Robles on July 29, 2015 at 11:19pm — 3 Comments

Dash replacement

Has anyone had any experience with refurbishing their dashboard.  while reviewing the vendors website that is listed on the 63/64 website, it seems like a long and expensive proposition.  Anyone  had and good luck with any Vendor out there that you might recommend.    Anyone got an idea on what I should be paying?  any advice would be welcome

Added by Kevin Robles on June 18, 2014 at 11:31pm — 2 Comments

I have a question.  My 64 CDV is down for a complete paint and interior redo.  When  I disassembled the interior I found 4 hard rubber blocks under the front seat attachment bolts.  Has anyone seen t…

I have a question.  My 64 CDV is down for a complete paint and interior redo.  When  I disassembled the interior I found 4 hard rubber blocks under the front seat attachment bolts.  Has anyone seen this before or did someone before me put these in to raise the height of the seat.  Secondly, I was wanting to install new headlamps that would give better lighting for nighttime driving.  Has anyone had experience installing the HID lighting in lieu of the standard sealbeams?  Any advice would be…

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Added by Kevin Robles on February 21, 2014 at 12:04am — No Comments

Running Rough

I recently completed a complete engine rebuild on my 64 CDV.  I have a continuing problem (both before and after the rebuild).  When I am stuck in traffic and the car begins to run real hot, but not overheated,  the car runs very rough and will stall out unless you are able to make it out to open road in which it will sputter a bit, but begin to run perfectly once the operating temp drop down a bit.  I have replaced the carb at a different time from the rebuild and it made no difference, the…

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Added by Kevin Robles on November 10, 2013 at 9:09am — 1 Comment

TIRES FOR SALE

I have 4 BF Goodrich 235/70R15 wide white Walls for sale.  The WW are about 3 inches wide.  The tires have less than 500 miles on them and are less than 6 months old.  I bought a 60 conv. and the tires were on the car when I bought them.  You can get the tire specs off of Coker website.  If anybody has an interest let me know.  Im in Tampa, but could ship them Fed-ex or UPS. 

Added by Kevin Robles on April 10, 2013 at 11:05pm — No Comments

Carpet

Can anyone advise me about my carpet.  I have a 64 CDV with midnight blue carpet.  It appears to be original and when I look at suppliers carpet kits they are a loop pile.  My appearently original carpet looks more like a plush type pile.  Can anyone tell me what the correct carpet should be, and any recommendations of a good suppier for carpet kits  Thanks Kevin in Tampa

Added by Kevin Robles on February 9, 2013 at 12:59pm — 3 Comments

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For sale; Hydra Matic transmission

Started by Russ Austin in General Discussion 17 minutes ago. 0 Replies

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

Brake Booster not enough compression

Started by Rick Yasenchack in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Dennis P. DiBari 24 minutes ago. 2 Replies

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

Houston we have a problem!

Started by Dave Fehrle in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Dennis P. DiBari yesterday. 5 Replies

While enjoying the fruits of my labor on all new rear suspension and…Continue

Commercial Chassis Dual Battery Tray Questions

Started by Michael Monson in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge on Tuesday. 2 Replies

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

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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

Edelbrock Carb Block off Plates

Posted by Chase on March 12, 2025 at 2:05pm 14 Comments

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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'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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