"Hi Dave,
Excellent work with the rear end so far. Big job to say the least. The idea of the wooden wheels is really unique and looks to be a great idea (necessity is mother of invention). That will take a lot of…"
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Rear suspension project
Started this discussion. Last reply by Dennis P. DiBari May 26. 4 Replies 0 Likes
I have started my rear suspension project with the intent to replace bushings on the control links and yoke, shocks, coils and spherical joint. I have the car on jack stands and the transaxle…Continue
Rear suspension project
Started this discussion. Last reply by Robert Alan Shannon May 13. 9 Replies 0 Likes
I’m starting the complete rear suspension update/upgrade-new springs and shocks,replacing spherical joint and bushings on yoke and control links! Just wondering if there are any tips to help with the…Continue
Type of screw/bolt head
Started Feb 26 0 Replies 0 Likes
Does anyone recognize this screw head?Continue
Carb noise
Started this discussion. Last reply by Russ Austin Feb 19. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Is this noise normal?file:///var/mobile/Library/SMS/Attachments/3f/15/BC6CEAEF-7328-499C-BCC6-18153DE3E63A/IMG_5863.MOVContinue
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"Got to spend a few hours continuing the rear suspension work with the info provided by Dennis and Jason! Removed the hard brake line flex line along with the “U” slider that releases the flex line. Easy Peasy! then started on the…"
"Not sure I follow the 1st part of questioning but the park brake has a clamp that attached to the back of the backing plate. I believe it is 1/2" hex head bolt. Once you remove that bolt you can slide it forward and disconnect from the…"
"Hi Dave,
When I rebuilt the brake system on my car, I loosened and removed the metal brake line with a quality line wrench and backed up the rubber hose not to strip. Then remove the horseshoe clip (tap it out/pull it out)…"
Rear suspension project
I have started my rear suspension project with the intent to replace bushings on the control links and yoke, shocks, coils and spherical joint. I have the car on jack stands and the transaxle supported and have removed the shocks(see pic). The spherical joint won’t release from the differential so it gets to come out with it attached. Today I removed a wheel and brake drum to takeoff the brake line. I was able to loosen the line from the brake plate but not able to remove as the other end needs…See More
" I had the same problem with that yoke mounting, even had the weight of the back half of the car and hitting it with a 3lb hammer. pickle fork worked great!"
"Unfortunately, the gas tank is just an few inches away as is the overflow tube, so that won’t be a safe option. "
" Dave , Can you use an oxy acetylene torch to heat the flange that the joint goes into in the diff housing red hot then quench it with cold water that should get it loose. "
"Dave,
That's your only option at this point!
Dennis DiBari"
"Still no luck on getting the spherical joint to release. I even tried loosening the nut and then driving it, hoping all that movement and pressure would allow it to release- but alas, no luck! So it is coming out with the transaxle!"
"If you are changing the spherical joint, remove the nut and get a sledge hammer. It is stuck in there. "
"Hi Dave,
Still no luck with the spherical joint nut? I can imagine how frozen it must be. As Russ said, shocks come out first. Good luck Dave!!!
Dennis DiBari"
"Thanks Russ! I have not been able to get the spherical joint to release from the differential, so i will just remove bolts from the arms connected to the body, that should be ok when raising the car for spring removal?"
"Shocks come out first, then the upper A arm so the car can be raised to remove the springs. "
Rear suspension project
I’m starting the complete rear suspension update/upgrade-new springs and shocks,replacing spherical joint and bushings on yoke and control links! Just wondering if there are any tips to help with the project? Do you remove links and spring first, then the shocks? Thanks in advance for the help!See More
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Loud air moving sound within carb with cleaner removed
Posted on March 23, 2024 at 3:23pm 8 Comments 1 Like
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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- At 7:03pm on August 16, 2023,
Jason Edge said…
Hi Dave, Welcome to the 63/64 Cadillac Website & Chapter. Look for a separate email welcoming you to our Chapter and information regarding our newsletters, zoom meet-ups. etc.
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Replace Choke Tube or Install Electric Choke?
Started by Michael Stinson in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Frank Murch 21 hours ago. 5 Replies 1 Like
My mechanic has sourced a choke housing and new internals. As you might expect, the choke tube is damaged and or clogged. My options are to either replace the choke tube, or my mechanic recommends…Continue
Tags: Electric Choke, Choke Tube
window regulators
Started by Frank Murch in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Frank Murch yesterday. 2 Replies 0 Likes
For years my winds have seemed to be looser and less accurate than most modern windows. I am thinking the soft parts are worn. Has anybody gone through thier window regulators and felts to restore…Continue
Correct whitewalls
Started by Richard Stanley in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion on Thursday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I just replaced my tires from Diamondback (I had bad results in the past from Coker). It was the second time, due to the age of the tires. About 18 years ago Diamondback made custom whitewalls…Continue
Dino Radiator Leak - Time to Recore!
Started by Jason Edge in General Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge on Thursday. 35 Replies 0 Likes
I had brought up the topic of radiator leaks as a discussion topic for our Chapter Zoom meet-up this past Sunday and thought I would share on our website for everyone and probably do a more formal…Continue
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Edelbrock Carb Block off Plates
Posted by Chase on March 12, 2025 at 2:05pm 14 Comments 1 Like
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…
ContinueNew old stock seat material
Posted by Ray Schick on August 22, 2024 at 6:25pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
I bought this seat material thinking that it’s…
Loud air moving sound within carb with cleaner removed
Posted by Dave Fehrle on March 23, 2024 at 3:23pm 8 Comments 1 Like
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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