Norman Silverman
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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

Hair dryer helped to get my 1964 power seat working

Started this discussion. Last reply by 3gk350qap28u3 Nov 18, 2023. 2 Replies

Hello AllMy 64 Cadillac sits in storage most of the time-amazingly no matter how long I leave it no boost or extra gas is required to start it, even after several months. (yes, the battery is still…Continue

 

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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
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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
Phillip Hill replied to Norman Silverman's discussion 64 Replacing dash illumination lights-how much has to come out to get to all of them?
"Well done, look's great 👍 "
Jul 2
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?
"DONE!"
Jul 2
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?
"UPDATE I figured out that the gauge bulbs all clip out on a plastic board, so that's solved. I also removed the lower dash cover and saw where there's access to the transmission indicator and ignition bulbs, so that's solved. Up top,…"
Jun 30
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?
"Hi Phil Thanks for the reply. Yes, the speedo bulbs and the clock bulb are very easily accessed, but the two for the comfort control panel and the one for the transmission indicator seem just out of reach for anyone but E.T. with extra long fingers.…"
Jun 30
Norman Silverman replied to Norman Silverman's discussion AC: Can I jump the dash ac sensor wires without harming anything?
"Thank you.  My purpose is to run the system with the dash top off. It seems the fan will only go on low with the top removed. I am tracking down an air path issue, the fan sounds loud but the actual amount of air coming out of the ac ducts is…"
Jun 30
Phillip Hill replied to Norman Silverman's discussion 64 Replacing dash illumination lights-how much has to come out to get to all of them?
"Hey Norm i too have just recently done the up grade to LED,if you have the dash off it should be quite easy to access the bulbs to change.I couldn’t get my large hands up under the dash so I removed the dash pad and cleaned everything up while…"
Jun 30
Matti Roth replied to Norman Silverman's discussion AC: Can I jump the dash ac sensor wires without harming anything?
"Hi jumping the in-car temp sensor reduces the total resistance of sensor circuit, so Confort control sees that it is very hot inside and will put full AC on. In-car sensor has the biggest impact to total resistance. (Source: CadillacTim`s  AC…"
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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
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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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300 Mile, 6.5 hr trip. CLC Fall Festival

Started by Logan Robb in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Logan Robb 4 hours ago. 6 Replies

I am strongly contemplating going to the CLC Fall Festival at the Gilmore Car Museum. With the feature being 63/64 Cadillacs, I am not sure I could miss it! Worse comes to worse, I could always bring…Continue

Tires

Started by Logan Robb in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion 21 hours ago. 0 Replies

I know tires are commonly discussed. I was running some calculation on Tire Size Comparison and found that, while yes, there are differences, they are…Continue

1962 Cadillac Suspension Videos

Started by Logan Robb in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion 21 hours ago. 0 Replies

I have searched YouTube for decent videos showing replacement of suspension components for our year vehicles and have come up empty handed. However, I did find this series of videos I found to be…Continue

Original Rim Color

Started by Logan Robb in 1963/64 Cadillac Specific Discussion. Last reply by Logan Robb on Wednesday. 2 Replies

When I get some new shoes for my 64 Fleetwood, I'd like to recondition the rims. I'd thought of getting them powder coated, and still plan to eventually, but the $700 quote I received shunted that…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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