"The car is a great restoration project with a very solid body and good engine. Good luck with the sale Earl."
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120 Years of Cadillac
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge Dec 18, 2023. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Has anyone else noticed the 120 Years of Cadillac advertisement? It mentions the 1964 model twice: "The 1964 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe combined style with power, boasting an all-new V8 engine with…Continue
Engine Removal With Hood On
Started this discussion. Last reply by C. Van Tune Jul 12, 2023. 11 Replies 0 Likes
I'm pulling out the engine on my 64 and was wondering if it can be taken without removing the hood. I just had the engine rebuilt. After putting it in and firing it up, I discovered a bad wrist pin…Continue
Upper Control Arm Installation
Started this discussion. Last reply by Robert Schles Apr 10, 2023. 3 Replies 0 Likes
I removed my upper control arms and replaced the bushings. I supported the lower control arms with jack stands. I reinstalled the upper control arms on the sub frame but now have about 2.5 inches…Continue
Heater hose
Started this discussion. Last reply by 3ft7bqmb7dryo Sep 17, 2016. 3 Replies 0 Likes
for the 429.....Does any one know the part number for the heater hose that goes from the pipe to the upper heater core connection? It's hose number 1479723 on the attachment. Continue
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"That is fantastic and great timing as I have started a side project of cataloguing and posting the 1963 and 1964 Cadillac related adds. Here is a screen shot of both. "
"Nice that someone at GM remembers! Not sure why they singled-out the Series 62. (Probability: The intern sent to do the research didn't know the difference.)
If they'd chosen any of the up-level models from '64, they…"
120 Years of Cadillac
Has anyone else noticed the 120 Years of Cadillac advertisement? It mentions the 1964 model twice: "The 1964 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe combined style with power, boasting an all-new V8 engine with more horsepower and torque. Today, the powerful Escalade-V is the first SUV to offer the V-Series badge.""Cadillac offered the first automatic climate control system in 1964. Cadillac’s dedication to comfort continues with LYRIQ’s next-generation Active Noise Cancellation and seating architecture that…See More
"It recently bought an ACDelco temp sensor from…"
"Great job! Thanks for the added info. "
"I hooked up the plate to the intake manifold with shortest possible hook to the hoist. Raised the engine as far up as possible to the hood then inched it forward. I repeated this several times until the oil pan was clear. No need to raise up the…"
"I've never had a need to jack the rear up or lower the front when removing an engine and prefer to have some clearance for the cherry picker and to pop under and check things out from the bottom as it disconnects from the transmission (or if…"
"I’ve been told the same thing from a few others who have lot’s experience removing engines. Hopefully jacking up the rear and lowering the front will make it easier. If all goes well Jason will have another tech tip for his newsletter.…"
"+1 on Jason's comments.
With some cars, I've found it helpful to jack up the rear of the car several inches off the ground (and safely position it on jack stands) to increase the angle of the engine-drop. Helps a lot on some…"
"The engine can be removed without removing the hood but it is tight. I prefer to remove the hood. As a guide mark where the hood hinge attached to the hood. If you have already went through the process of adjusting the hood hinge to inner fender…"
"Mark everything before loosening anything. I'd use painter's tape with a sharp-tipped marker or pen, tracing around the brackets, bolt heads, and all other important points where parts line up.
Plenty of detailed…"
"The service manual states in section 9-39 step 6 to remove the hood. I'll give it a try. Thanks Russ"
Engine Removal With Hood On
I'm pulling out the engine on my 64 and was wondering if it can be taken without removing the hood. I just had the engine rebuilt. After putting it in and firing it up, I discovered a bad wrist pin on one of the connecting rods. The first time I installed the engine, the hood alignment took more time than installing the engine. I'm trying to avoid the hood alignment pain this time around. See More
"OPGI gets them from Cup Holders Plus. Here's a picture:"
"I had a cup hold made for my 64 by Cup Holders Plus https://www.cupholdersplus.com. It works great. It sits on the hump just under the radio, very convenient for hold a cup of coffee and cell phone."
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- Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
- Found a '64 Eldorado.
- Cadillac LaSalle Club Membership Number? (Must be a member to Join Chapter & Website)
- 6715
- 1963/64 Cadillac Chapter Member?
- Yes
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Does anyone know where I can get the bushings for AC compressor mount on the 429?
Posted on February 21, 2023 at 11:45am 2 Comments 0 Likes
I've looked at the usual rubber sources but couldn't find any.
64 Hood Hinge Color?
Posted on June 27, 2019 at 4:46pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
Can someone tell me what color the hood hinges should be? I've seen both silver and gold cadmium plating colors on the cars. Thanks
OPG now shipping right hand mirrors
Posted on February 23, 2017 at 9:56am 11 Comments 0 Likes
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.
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Radiator Re-core PLEASE HELP
Started by Scott Santora in General Discussion. Last reply by Dennis P. DiBari 2 hours ago. 4 Replies 0 Likes
I could use some confirmation. I sent out my radiator for my 63 De Ville to get re-cored. Several weeks later, when I went to pick it up from the service vendor, I noticed a large amount of green…Continue
Trivia #29 - What Movie Is this?
Started by Jason Edge in Trivia. Last reply by Cees de Bunje 12 hours ago. 13 Replies 0 Likes
It has been a while since we did some trivia and I was watching a movie last night and saw this 1964 Coupe de Ville that briefly makes an appearance. The Trivia Question is: What Movie Is this?…Continue
1964 Floor braces rot
Started by Todd Fox in Restoration Discussion. Last reply by Todd Fox yesterday. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Has anybody in here found a good supplier of replacement floor braces for the 64 convertibles. Continue
Nice 1963 to 1967 Cylinder Head Water Outlet Pipe Assembly - $150
Started by Jason Edge in For Sale yesterday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I just pulled a very good Cadillac Cylinder Head Water Outlet Pipe for cars with AC with the extended arm for compressor. That came off a running parts and is a nice piece. Included is a new 180…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 0 Likes
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 0 Likes
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 0 Likes
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 0 Likes
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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April 21, 2024 - 63/64 Cadillac Chapter Zoom Meet-Up
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