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63 cadillac jetaway filler tube leak

Hello Everyone once again I am struggling with transmission leak. After months of inspecting, changing pan gaskets, and pans, I can definitely see a slow yet constant leak from the filler tube where it mates to the trans. Here is the problem, the tube is mounted to the exhaust manifold and upon inspection and trying to remove that bolt I fear it breaking into the block and opening a world of troubles. Without removing the filler tube, Is there any other way to replace that O ring or put some…

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Added by Jim Pino on November 5, 2014 at 10:19am — 2 Comments

Rear Coil Spring Replacement

Hi everyone, Can anyone give  instructions on the easieast way to remove and replace rear coil springs? Can i do one side at a time? and of course safely.  All help will be appreciated. Thanks and have a great day..  Jim

Added by Jim Pino on May 27, 2013 at 11:37am — No Comments

1963 Cadillac Upper Control Arm Bushings

Hi all, can anyone tell me, "how I can tell if I have the 1 1/2" or 1 7/16" upper control arm bushings on my car, while the bushing is on the car?" Mostly every auto parts place have 2 sizes listed, I hate to get the wrong part, but I also hate to take it apart and not have the new part ready to put on. I don't have the luxury of keeping the car apart for days. Any helpful hints would be greatly appreciated. Thank Jim

Added by Jim Pino on February 22, 2013 at 10:55am — No Comments

Lakewood 24350 Polyurethane Trans Mount Installation

Hi all, I have a question. Did anyone ever use Lakewood 24350 Polyurethane Trans Mount for a 63 caddy with a hydramatic? (See posted photo) All of the websites that sell this product it claims it's an exact fit for '56-'64 Cadillacs, If so, can you give some advise on how difficult the task was and if it fit properly. The reason I am asking is the part looks different than the original and i would like to avoid unforeseen problem by jumping in head first. I greatly appreciate any help you…

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Added by Jim Pino on October 16, 2012 at 11:10am — 1 Comment

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Brake Booster not enough compression

Started by Rick Yasenchack in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Russ Austin yesterday. 8 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

Add cruise control/Aftermarket Cruise control

Started by Logan Robb in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Michael Vogler yesterday. 16 Replies

Late in the evenings, I wonder about things I will probably never do as I am not that crazy. However, I know someone out there has tried it or wanted it bad enough they have done it. My 64 Fltwd did…Continue

For sale; Hydra Matic transmission

Started by Russ Austin in General Discussion on Friday. 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

Houston we have a problem!

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

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