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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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Dino Undercarriage Restoration Continues Rearward at the Frame to Body Support Flat Braces

Started by Jason Edge in Restoration Discussion 11 hours ago. 0 Replies

After making a decent start on cleaning up a section below right rear area of my my 64 Coupe de Ville - Dino's undercarriage, I have been slow to make more progress but in the last couple of days…Continue

1964 Cadillac wagon by Victor Body Works

Started by john w. warner in For Sale. Last reply by Logan Robb on Friday. 2 Replies

Its on Hemmings.Needs work!Continue

1963 Cadillac Fleetwood 60 Special Eyebrow Molding

Started by Stephen Pechenik in Restoration Discussion. Last reply by Russ Austin on Wednesday. 6 Replies

I am readying my Fleetwood to be painted.  I need to replace the driver's side left chrome eyebrow molding (below the headlights).  It appears to be made from pot metal.  Mine is broken and I need to…Continue

Tissue holder

Started by Phillip Hill in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion Jan 18. 0 Replies

Hi everyone I would like to know dose anybody here have a tissue holder fitted to their car if so could you please send me a picture of it thanks in advance 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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