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Do HUBS have to be removed from front drums for turning?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Norman Silverman Oct 28. 7 Replies

Hello AllI am going to get my front drums turned/machined but want to know if the hubs have to be separated from the drum before I bring them to the shop?ThanksNormContinue

Which Disc Brake Conversion kit does everyone like ?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Michael Monson Jul 9. 3 Replies

Driving my Caddy much more now that I've sold my two Imperials. I am considering a disc brake conversion, but don't know which to buy. For the Imperial it was an AAJ kit, what do most of you like for…Continue

64 Replacing dash illumination lights-how much has to come out to get to all of them?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Logan Robb Jul 17. 9 Replies

Hello AllI have taken off my dash top and started replacing dash bulbs with LED's for greater visibility. Some questions:1) To replace the Gauge bulb it looks like easier access is had by removing…Continue

AC: Can I jump the dash ac sensor wires without harming anything?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Norman Silverman Jun 30. 2 Replies

I have the dash top off and I want to operate the Climate Control system, but it won't engage the fan properly because the sensor is missing. If I jump the wires to regain functionality will that…Continue

 

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Norman Silverman replied to Norman Silverman's discussion Do HUBS have to be removed from front drums for turning?
"I will take them.  Norm"
Oct 28
Jason Edge replied to Norman Silverman's discussion Do HUBS have to be removed from front drums for turning?
"The balancing weights are recessed on the original drums. They are not on the new aftermarket drums ... or at least on those I had seen for the last decade or so. The protruding weights will not allow the wheel (steel rim) to mount up flush. I have…"
Oct 28
Norman Silverman replied to Norman Silverman's discussion Do HUBS have to be removed from front drums for turning?
"Thanks, Jason. I also bought 2 mew Delco drums but my shop said they were so out of round it didn't pay to use them. Too bad, because it is the rears that I need and they would just pop right on.  I also saw something you wrote about the…"
Oct 28
Jason Edge replied to Norman Silverman's discussion Do HUBS have to be removed from front drums for turning?
"Find a machine shop that can do the hub with drum. Not all shops that turn drums have the adaptors to turn with hub in place. I know because I have to drive an extra 4 miles to get mine turned.Remove the Grease Retainer (seal) and bearing. Do not…"
Oct 27
Scott Santora replied to Norman Silverman's discussion Do HUBS have to be removed from front drums for turning?
"Just machined my drums Thursday. Like Russ said, you do not remove the hub. Whoever is turning the drums for you will have adaptors to chuck up the drum to the lathe. You do need to remove the seal and bearings. I would clean out the grease inside…"
Oct 26
Norman Silverman replied to Norman Silverman's discussion Do HUBS have to be removed from front drums for turning?
"Thank you, Russ."
Oct 26
Russ Austin replied to Norman Silverman's discussion Do HUBS have to be removed from front drums for turning?
"No, take the whole assembly to the auto parts store. Ask them if the bearing needs to be removed.  I would recommend it to keep trash out of the bearing. "
Oct 26
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Do HUBS have to be removed from front drums for turning?

Hello AllI am going to get my front drums turned/machined but want to know if the hubs have to be separated from the drum before I bring them to the shop?ThanksNormSee More
Oct 26
Logan Robb replied to Norman Silverman's discussion 64 Replacing dash illumination lights-how much has to come out to get to all of them?
"Looks great! Will certainly be returning to this when needed!"
Jul 17
Michael Monson replied to Norman Silverman's discussion Which Disc Brake Conversion kit does everyone like ?
"I just had a front disc conversion from Truespoke wire wheels installed on my 1964 Deville and am very happy the purchase from start to finish.  Every time that I called, they were very informative and knowledgeable about the wheel fitment…"
Jul 9
C. Van Tune replied to Norman Silverman's discussion Which Disc Brake Conversion kit does everyone like ?
"Hi Norman...off topic sorry...but where did you sell your Imperials?  (And what year & condition were they?)  I have a gorgeous '71 LeBaron survivor with only 26,000 careful miles, and I don't think BaT or Hemmings will pull…"
Jul 9
Jason Edge replied to Norman Silverman's discussion Which Disc Brake Conversion kit does everyone like ?
"I think some of our monthly Zoom meet-up regulars have done the disc conversion. Our next meeting is 8:00 pm Eastern, July 21. You can bring that up in the meeting or we can have as a featured tech item. Since I have never done the conversion, I…"
Jul 5
Norman Silverman posted a discussion

Which Disc Brake Conversion kit does everyone like ?

Driving my Caddy much more now that I've sold my two Imperials. I am considering a disc brake conversion, but don't know which to buy. For the Imperial it was an AAJ kit, what do most of you like for the Caddy?ThanksNormSee More
Jul 3
Norman Silverman replied to Norman Silverman's discussion 64 Replacing dash illumination lights-how much has to come out to get to all of them?
"The interior is amazingly sharp-almost flawless. The car belonged to an old lady, who must have been tiny(no wear on the seats or anywhere). Only downside was that she had the power seat full forward and full tilt forward, making it very…"
Jul 3
Norman Silverman replied to Norman Silverman's discussion 64 Replacing dash illumination lights-how much has to come out to get to all of them?
"Thanks, guys. I learned a couple of things I'm happy to pass on: 1) Both the dash top and the dash bottom have to come off in order to facilitate access 2) It is much easier to access two of the three Climate Control lights if you take out the…"
Jul 3
Dennis P. DiBari replied to Norman Silverman's discussion 64 Replacing dash illumination lights-how much has to come out to get to all of them?
"Norman,      The new lights look great - the interior is really sharp - great work! Dennis DiBari"
Jul 2

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Do you own any 1963 & 1964 Cadillacs? If Yes, Year & Body Style
1964 Coupe De Ville
Cadillac LaSalle Club Membership Number? (Must be a member to Join Chapter & Website)
26799
1963/64 Cadillac Chapter Member?
yes

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Is there a separate Starter Relay, or does the Solenoid serve that purpose?

Posted on August 30, 2019 at 5:57pm 7 Comments

Hello All.

I will be replacing the starter solenoid tomorrow (actually my mechanic will do the work, I'll just supervise). In checking the FSM electrical schematic and chapter verbiage, I don't see anything that looks like (or is referred to as) a starter Relay. It seems the Starter Solenoid serves the function and there's no separate relay. Right or Wrong?

If wrong, where…

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Starter Solenoid replacement-how difficult? Where to buy?

Posted on August 20, 2019 at 8:24pm 4 Comments

Hello All.

I believe the starter solenoid has gone bad in my 64 DeVille. When I turn the key, often all I get is a click, then if I try a few times again the starter turns perfectly. All battery cables are on tight and the battery is good. So, I believe this problem is the solenoid. Where do I buy the right solenoid and is it necessary to remove the starter in order to swap it out? …

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64 Recirc/Fresh Air Door Actuator replaced; FROM THE INSIDE.

Posted on February 4, 2019 at 11:21pm 2 Comments

I am happy to report that I have successfully replaced the Fresh Air/Recirc door actuator that is located on the blower box-and have done so without having to remove the blower box. I did it by taking out the glove box and attacking it from the back.  It took several days, LOTS of patience and some band-aids, but it is done. THE most difficult part -BY FAR- is to remove and then replace the screw that sits on the actuator arm, connecting it to the fresh…

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Source for Motor mounts and Trans mounts 1964 SDV

Posted on January 9, 2019 at 4:23pm 2 Comments

Hi.

Where is the best place to purchase good quality motor mounts/trans mounts for my 1964 SDV? I see that Rock Auto has them for $8 and change, and others for $24 and change. Big difference. Is there a better place to buy them from?

Thanks

Norm

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Fender Trim Removal

Started by Kevin Wray in Restoration Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge yesterday. 6 Replies

Thanks to Jason's expert advice, I was able to remove the fender trim on my 63 de Ville without removing the fender. Pics contain the locations of the 3/8 in nuts and how to access them. My clips…Continue

Tags: removal, trim

Body side molding install help needed

Started by Wayne Morris in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge yesterday. 3 Replies

I am in the process of trying to install body side molding. I have completed installing the two front fender pieces and now trying ti figure out the rest.…Continue

ORIGINAL CAR

Started by David Erickson in General Discussion on Thursday. 0 Replies

I have an all original 63 Cadillac Park Avenue.  It has won awards in the past in the Originality Category.  My question to the group is what types of work you can do on the car that does not cause…Continue

Current 1963/64 Cadillac Listings on eBay

Started by Jason Edge in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Jason Edge on Wednesday. 1 Reply

To see all 1963/64 Cadillacs Listed on eBay in the USA…Continue

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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!

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

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