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Updating the alternator without losing the "Gen" light

Our old Cadillacs have a pretty simple electrical system using an externally regulated alternator to keep the battery charged and run the accessories while driving.  First appearing in 1963, the GM 10DN externally regulated alternator was a step up from the bulky generator used on the '62 and earlier.  But newer, internally regulated alternators are now available that can output three times the current in the same size package.  This article explains how I upgraded my charging system to a…

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Added by Michael Forte on February 19, 2018 at 12:00am — 5 Comments

NSS on EBAY

Just noticed a NSS on ebay for $39.99 Looks like for a TH400 w/o tilt. This would be a #652 I think. I have no interest in this item; maybe somebody could use this.

Added by Robert Alan Shannon on December 30, 2017 at 4:51pm — 4 Comments

Modernized Stock Radio

I've been waiting a long time for somebody to make this so I'm really excited to share it. I've seen people run Aux to the original radio, but this goes way beyond that. You can keep the looks of the stock radio, but with modern amenities like Bluetooth, Aux, and outputs for Amps and Subs. I posted the website and Youtube link to a Cadillac radio below. …

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Added by Chris Codd on September 13, 2017 at 5:18pm — 2 Comments

Front Fender Splash Guards Brackets

Trying to clean up my 64 Cadillac convertible inside front fenders Missing the guard and brackets that hide the cornering light and blocks the inside of the front bumper. Does any on have a picture or the brackets that mount to the bumper to hold the inner bumper splash…

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Added by Dominic Salemi on August 19, 2017 at 12:56pm — 2 Comments

63 cdv timing

ok, today, got a timing light,,

pulled the service manual.. i found were it state the 1 cylinder is front left.  but i couldnt find timing info.  i looked in the engine section and just couldnt fine it.. 

were or what should it be. 

i also did several you tubes on timing, regarding idle timing, total timing and the curve timing,, i picked that up ok and understand what that is all about.. several of the video offerings made it understandable. one guy went from putting in…

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Added by Kim K Kaiser on July 2, 2017 at 2:22am — 2 Comments

wheel covers

Hi,

where would hubs like this come from,, ??  https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Events/Event/Details/1963-CADILLAC-COUPE-DE-VILLE-CUSTOM-COUP-201497

are they original to 63 ?

Added by Kim K Kaiser on June 23, 2017 at 4:46pm — 4 Comments

Carbuetor Issue

I just rebuilt my motor last year and have a 1406 carb. . I was having hesitation issues and had 3-4 plugs always looking rich and the others fine. I also put on a NEW rebuilt dist., flame thrower #3 and module.

This year I brought back to my mechanic and we did a compression , leak down, manifold smoke, valve check and everything was fine. So I decided to try a new 1411 carburetor and follow Jason blog to a t. Plugged gutter holes, bought insulator spacer and away I…

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Added by Dominic Salemi on May 26, 2017 at 2:35pm — No Comments

shock question?

I have NAPA shocks on my 63, they have been okay but I'm not completely satisfied with the rebound damping on the rear suspension. At highway speeds after hitting a dip in the road the rear of the car will rebound one or two times before settling down. Looking at what is available, I'm not sure which brand to replace them with. Gabriel HD classic, AC Delco, Monroe/NAPA. From what I can tell, Monroe and Napa are the same shock. So the question is, in the collective experience here, which…

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Added by David Thomas on March 16, 2017 at 8:06am — 3 Comments

OPG now shipping right hand mirrors

On 12/14/15 I placed an order with Original Parts Group for a right hand mirror for my 64. They told me they were back ordered. Every few months I would email them asking about the mirror and got the same response. After a year I gave up. Yesterday I got an email saying they shipped the mirror. It will be a little project to install but nice very nice have.

Added by Robert Schles on February 23, 2017 at 9:56am — 11 Comments

Radiator Fan Shrould

  I also have a fan shroud for sale. I don't want to take any customers from Jason or Russ, so I won't underprice anything they might sell. But I would like to help anyone needing this; instead of it  just sitting in my parts car trunk. Has some surface rust and is dirty,but would clean up nice,no dents or damage. $50.00 plus shipping My email is r.shannon94@yahoo.com

Added by Robert Alan Shannon on January 22, 2017 at 9:46pm — 5 Comments

Steering wheel

 Just noticed what looks like a very nice steering wheel on EBAY: two tone green. I have absolutely no  connection or interest in it. If somebody needs it, the price is a fraction of repair cost. Just putting this out there.

Added by Robert Alan Shannon on January 17, 2017 at 8:56pm — 4 Comments

Need: 1964 Cadillac Engine Oil Dipstick

Just looking for names of companies that either reproduce or sell used Engine Oil Dipsticks for the 429! Thanks for any info!

Added by David Cotton on December 12, 2016 at 7:20pm — 3 Comments

Cowl cap

Does anybody know what the deal is with the caps under the cowl? I was cleaning out a mouse nest and found that the passenger side cap was cracked open. What are they there for? Does anybody have a replacement for sale?

Added by Chris Codd on December 1, 2016 at 12:21am — 5 Comments

PLEASE HELP!!!! No Spark

I am having a terrible time with my 64 SDV- She quit on me at a Red Light. All the ignition parts are new and the points are properly adjusted. I have 12 Volts going to the coil and power to the distributor- but NO SPARK. So I thought -must be a bad coil. I changed the coil three times and just bought a Fourth- still NO SPARK- even with 12 Volts going to it. I am lost here. The only thing i did not change is that small condenser or resister on the coil. What does that do?? Could it be…

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Added by David Cotton on July 26, 2016 at 9:00pm — 4 Comments

COIL QUESTION

My 64 SDV has no power going to Coil. I have a good battery that is fully charged and everything looks to be hooked up correctly. Is there a fuse that may have blown that provides power to the coil? Has anyone else had this problem?

Any info would be Greatly Appreciated.

Thanks

Added by David Cotton on July 22, 2016 at 9:28pm — 1 Comment

CLC Driving Tour

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Added by Robert Schles on July 11, 2016 at 9:36pm — 2 Comments

Starter Solenoid

Just a quick question about the Starter solenoid on my 64 SDV with a Hydra-Matic The Solenoid is marked R and S and I have one Yellow wire and one Thicker Blue wire.

Can someone please tell me which wire goes where.

Thank you

Added by David Cotton on July 7, 2016 at 1:30pm — 1 Comment

Converting to R134a on my '63

Hi All,

I wanted to share my experience converting my factory air system to 134a refrigerant, hoping it will save you time and money.  After I changed the parts, I got my system charged professionally and it works amazingly well, blowing ice cold at the vents.  Here's what I did:

I started with a call to Old Air Products (oldairproducts.com) from Texas.  I'm usually the guy who researches everything alone and then buys the parts online without ever interfacing with a human, but…

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Added by Michael Forte on June 11, 2016 at 10:30pm — 19 Comments

New addition to the garage

    No more room for cars so I added the 63/64 Chapter banner  4 foot square 20160503_194217%20%28800x450%29.jpg

Added by Marty Smith on May 4, 2016 at 1:21pm — 3 Comments

Won't keep running

Hi guys, my 64 coupe starts just fine but won't keep running unless I hold the accelerator half way and when I do that I can hear a few little "pops" in the carb any ideas on what the problem might be?

Thanks Jim

Added by Jim Davis on April 13, 2016 at 11:45am — No 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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