"Dennis,
I had time to run over and correct the choke spring setup and sure enough, worked as advertised! I took it for a 20 mile drive and no problems accelerating from a stop or hesitation when driving!
Thanks"
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Carter carb choke/fast idle cam
Started this discussion. Last reply by Dave Fehrle 4 hours ago. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Got to spend a couple of hours working on the choke on carter carb. I was able to take it apart, clean it up and reinstall, but a couple of questions arose. Which side does the choke coil go on the…Continue
Hesitation on starting after driving
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge Nov 22, 2024. 28 Replies 0 Likes
I have noticed that after I drive for 5-10 miles or more and then shut off the car, it hesitates when I go to start? Anyone experience this before and if so, what was the fix?Continue
Front cover leak
Started this discussion. Last reply by Matti Roth Aug 27, 2024. 5 Replies 0 Likes
What are the yellow highlighted things? As I will replace front cover gasket, oil pan gasket and tear main seal along with rear main bearing cap fix, is there going to be something else needing…Continue
Knob on shift lever
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge Jun 23, 2024. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Is the knob on the end of the shift lever removable? if so, how?Continue
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"Anytime Dave. If you reset the choke spring, look back to what I sent you before about setting the butterfly on a cold engine. It should be slightly cracked to start and when warmed up, fully open. If not, tweak it when it's…"
"Dennis, thank you for checking your fast idle cam. And now that I think about the choke setup, I do have the choke spring setup on the wrong side of the lever. Thank you for all the help!"
"Dave,
I ran up the road to my 64 garage and I do have a bit of play in that cam. It might be made a bit tighter, but some play is probably ok. I still think your choke spring is not connected correctly to the…"
"I don't know if that play is normal, but is the butterfly freely open and close to the touch? Anything impeding it?"
"Hi Dave,
Happy New Year. I can't see your video - it's not posted. If the butterfly is completely open cold, then your choke spring is not connected correctly. It is probably not on the correct side of…"
"I depressed the accelerator once and the butterfly stayed open!? Also took a video of the play in the fast idle cam- is that normal?
By the way- Happy New Year to all!"
"Hi Dave,
My 1964 Series 62 has the 4 barrel Rochester carburetor and I know you have a Carter. Depress the gas pedal all the way once, on a cold engine. Put the plastic choke spring on the housing and see how the…"
Carter carb choke/fast idle cam
Got to spend a couple of hours working on the choke on carter carb. I was able to take it apart, clean it up and reinstall, but a couple of questions arose. Which side does the choke coil go on the lever? Also, is the fast idle cam have any side play? Also, how does the choke valve get set(closed) when cold start?See More
"Dave, That is great news. If your car is wired correctly, removing the battery cable while running is a quick & easy way to find out if the alternator is working. I actually just ordered a couple of rebuilt alternators through AutoZone today as…"
"Great work Dave. It's great when GEN light goes out and it's not overcharging. I remember going through that last year.
Dennis DiBari"
"Latest update! Had alt rebuilt to 55A and installed tonight. Took a few minutes to start after sitting 6 weeks and no GEN light on while running! As you can see from the pic, fixed my over charging while running! Now for the new battery cables. "
"My question is for those that have done the Mod, do you have to buy the whole set of bearings? And if so, do you just replace the rear?"
"Alternators will only produce what is required, and as I recall most alternators actually only produce up to about 2/3's the rate amperage under normal rpm/driving anyway. So with that 55 amp factory alternator it might be producing say up to…"
"I followed Jason’s instruction and removed batt cable while car was running and it immediately died! So pulled alt. and having it rebuilt for 100 amps. I’m going to replace batt cables and would like to get the M & H spring…"
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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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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.
This site is hosted by the CLC (Cadillac LaSalle Club) 1963/64 Cadillac Chapter.
Be sure and check out all the links and pages and make yourself at home. The Help Page at www.help.6364cadillac.com will have links to many useful articles and information about our Cadillacs.
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Carter carb choke/fast idle cam
Started by Dave Fehrle in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Dave Fehrle 4 hours ago. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Got to spend a couple of hours working on the choke on carter carb. I was able to take it apart, clean it up and reinstall, but a couple of questions arose. Which side does the choke coil go on the…Continue
WTB 1964 Cadillac Coupe Deville Front Kick Panel Covers
Started by Michael Monson in Wanted to Buy. Last reply by Russ Austin on Monday. 2 Replies 0 Likes
I'm looking for a set of driver side and passenger side front kick panel covers. Condition and type of upholstery is not important, it will be getting redone, as long as the actual panels are in…Continue
1964 tilt steering
Started by tim sparks in General Discussion. Last reply by tim sparks on Saturday. 2 Replies 0 Likes
does anyone know of a rebuild kit for 1964 cadillac tilt steering.looked in help section didnt see anything.thannks in advanceContinue
new 64 THM filters for sale..
Started by Russ Austin in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion on Friday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I have 2 new filter kits for the 64 THM transmission. 20.00 each.Please email me at russ@thecadishack.com …Continue
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New 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?
Vintage Air AC
Posted by Chase on March 21, 2024 at 5:55am 0 Comments 1 Like
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
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