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Timing Chain ( & stuff)

Thinking of doing the timing chain on a 64 and I did a search on the message board without to much success as to previous posts. I would assume that there are many words of wisdom that should be followed by the many individuals (smarter and more experienced than I) that have done this before. Questions such as: Should I, as a matter of course, just replace the gears (timing chain set) since they are nylon teeth.... All info is greatly appreciated and Thank you in advance.

Added by Michael J on October 16, 2013 at 7:16pm — 3 Comments

Muffler and Ride Height (Fleetwood)

This may be more of a 60s problem but I have issues with the exhaust system getting pretty banged up over bumps with two adults sitting in the rear. All is fine without rear passengers. The car is running new (Autozone) shocks all around and P235/75 tires. The exhaust system is 2 years old and the muffler seems to take the majority of the abuse. Is there a placement issue or does the car really need an air shock setup in the rear? Thanks ahead of time.

Added by Michael J on July 12, 2013 at 10:42am — 17 Comments

Replacing exhaust manifold gasket

It looks like I am in for replacing my drivers side exhaust manifold gasket(s) on my 1964 60s. Any words of wisdom regarding technique, parts supplier ...?

Added by Michael J on September 3, 2012 at 2:26am — 9 Comments

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Replacement 63 Radiator Recommendations

Started by Mike Travers in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Matti Roth yesterday. 1 Reply

My 61 year old radiator sprung a leak (actually a few leaks). What are you guys using as replacements? Are you replacing with copper or aluminum? How many rows are you running in the radiator? How's…Continue

T-3 low beam headlight

Started by Jeff Donaldson in Wanted to Buy on Monday. 0 Replies

Hi,I need one T-3 low beam headlight if anyone has a spare they would like to sell.CheersJeffContinue

1958 thru 1964 Cadillac Jetaway Front Coupling Unit Complete

Started by Doug Scarrow in For Sale on Sunday. 0 Replies

just listed https://www.ebay.com/itm/266787800087Correct complete front unit coupling fits 1958 thru 1964 Cadillacs Hydramatic transmission The…Continue

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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?

Vintage Air AC

Posted by Chase on March 21, 2024 at 5:55am 0 Comments

Hey everyone, has anybody done a Vintage Air AC/Heat setup in their car? I want to bypass the old vacuum setup and go with a Vintage Air Gen 2 model. Before I get started, does anyone have any experience with this? (Which model to go with, do’s and dont’s, etc.) It looks pretty involved. Any and all info/pics would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

accumulator dryer

Posted by CHRIS CARLSON on December 6, 2023 at 10:54am 0 Comments

Who rebuilds original AC  accumulator dryers for 1964 Cadillac? I have been on Classic auto air in Tampa FL wait list for over a year ,  There is one on Old air products web site that looks very similar to the original # 21-4214A but states it fits 1962 Gm cars, The one recommended for a 1964 Cadillac is half the length 21-4215A    What  is everyone using ? I would prefer to be as original as possible. Thanks

'63 Eldorado trumpet horn + 2 standard horns restoration

Posted by Les Eastling on November 15, 2023 at 10:34am 1 Comment

My son, unbeknownst to me, had all three of the horns on our 1963 Eldorado completely restored. We had recently added the Eldorado trumpet horn to the two standard horns and the sound was not very good... we had heard good ones so we knew something was not right... but there was not much we could do to get better sound from the 3 horns. 

There is a restoration service called The Horn Works who my son…

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