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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 Diaries - Nov 19, 2024: Install Cad Plated Fender Skirt Brackets

Started by Jason Edge in General Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge on Friday. 6 Replies

Now that I am past the radiator project (and a couple of house projects), I can pick away at the my 64 Coupe de Ville Dino a bit.  Today I installed the left driver side cad plated fender skirt…Continue

Anyone Ever Hear of or Use Gary's Steering Wheels

Started by Jason Edge in Restoration Discussion. Last reply by Dennis P. DiBari on Thursday. 2 Replies

Scanning thru the Feb issues of Hemmings I found a listing for Gary's Steering Wheels. I didn't think I had heard of them but looked on our …Continue

Dino Diaries - All Jacked Up For Christmas!

Started by Jason Edge in General Discussion. Last reply by Logan Robb on Thursday. 4 Replies

I have very limited space in my 3 bay garage with the left and right bay used for storage and work tables, etc leaving the narrow center aisle for my 1964 Coupe de Ville Dino. Six years ago I bought…Continue

Dino Diaries - Turbo HydraMatic Starter Bolts Replaced

Started by Jason Edge in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion on Thursday. 0 Replies

While I have most of the fasteners mapped out and selling with new cadmium plating, for the top side stuff, there are nuts, bolts and washers, etc. on the underside I have not completely mapped out.…Continue

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'63 Tailfin Tales

Posted by Mark Mata on January 14, 2025 at 12:06am 1 Comment

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?

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!

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