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1959 Coupe de Ville

Started by jorgefife, October 27, 2019, 08:14:58 PM

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jorgefife

My son and I restored this car over the last 12 months. It is garaged at my house, along with my 37 LaSalle and a 78 Rolls Royce
On the Cadillac, I had a mechanic fo some work on the car: he installed a newly recondicioned carburettor, valve covers, distributor, etc. Yesterday when I took it for a drive, the screws holding down the valve covers were oozing oil, and the car has no power. I am not letting this quack touch the car again
Back in South Africa I had a few 59 models oner a period of 20 years, and I had a very good engine man
Here in America I don't know any one
My question: does anybody know of someone who understands these cars, and can make it run just like it should be?
Please let me know
Thank you

The Tassie Devil(le)

G'day Jorge,

These engines are simple things, so any Mechanic worth his salt should be able to work on them.

Look for an "older" mechanic, and if you have one in your area, look for a "Mens' Shop".   https://mensheds.org.au/  There are a lot around here.   Older folks that are retired and looking for something to do congregate in these "Sheds".

Bruce. >:D
'72 Eldorado Convertible (LHD)
'70 Ranchero Squire (RHD)
'74 Chris Craft Gull Wing (SH)
'02 VX Series II Holden Commodore SS Sedan
(Past President Modified Chapter)

Past Cars of significance - to me
1935 Ford 3 Window Coupe
1936 Ford 5 Window Coupe
1937 Chevrolet Sports Coupe
1955 Chevrolet Convertible
1959 Ford Fairlane Ranch Wagon
1960 Cadillac CDV
1972 Cadillac Eldorado Coupe

35-709

Would help a lot to know just where you are, Jorge.
1935 Cadillac Sedan resto-mod "Big Red"
1973 Cadillac Caribou - Sold - but still in the family
1950 Jaguar Mark V Saloon resto-mod - Sold
1942 Cadillac 6269 - Sold
1968 Pontiac Bonneville Convertible - Sold
1950 Packard 2dr. Club Sedan
1935 Glenn Pray - Auburn Boattail Speedster, Gen. 2

Bobby B

Quote from: 35-709 on October 27, 2019, 10:07:26 PM
Would help a lot to know just where you are, Jorge.

Exactly.....
           Bobby
1947 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Coupe
1968 Mustang Convertible
1973 Mustang Convertible
1969 Jaguar E-Type Roadster
1971 Datsun 240Z
1979 H-D FLH

jorgefife

Houston, zip code 77065.Just north of FM1960

Chuck Patton



Hello Jorge

Glad to read of your Father-Son 1959 Cadillac restoration! For 1959 Cadillac mechanical issues I would recommend that you consult Ronald Threadgill. Additionally consider joining the 5960 Cadillac Chapter. Ownership of a 1959 or 1960 Cadillac is not necessary but CLC membership is required. Send me your name, email address, model and expertise area. We push our car hobby.
Appraiser-Broker-Consultant
Past CLC National Board Director
Past CLCMRC Director
Past CLC Motor City Region President
CLC 1959-60 Cadillac Chapter Director
CLC Life Member #23147

jorgefife

Chuck Patton
My name is Jorge Fife
jorgefife@sbcglobal.net

jorgefife

I found 2 valve covers for the 59 Coupe deVille
I know they are originally dark blue, but does anyone know what exactly spray (HEAT RESISTANT) I should buy
Or a code number and where to find it
Thanks
Jorge

Big Fins

It's called Cadillac Dark Blue.

Bill Hirsch paints.

https://www.hirschauto.com/
Current:
1976 Eldorado Convertible in Crystal Blue FireMist with white interior and top. (Misty Blue)
1969 Fleetwood Brougham in Chalice Gold FireMist with matching interior and top. (The Old Man) SOLD!

Past and much missed:
1977 Brougham de Elegance
1976 Eldorado Convertible
1972 Fleetwood Brougham
1971 Sedan de Ville
1970 de Ville Convertible
1969 Sedan de Ville
1959 Sedan deVille

jorgefife

Big Fins, thank you so much!
Do I need an undercoat or do I spray straight from the can?
And obviously, it is heat resistant. Good to know
I will order some
Thanks again

The Tassie Devil(le)

Paint straight from the can.

BUT, before painting, I always give the engine a spray with Brakleen to remove any possibility of contamination (oil or grease), and this stuff evaporates away, leaving a dry, paintable surface.

Bruce. >:D
'72 Eldorado Convertible (LHD)
'70 Ranchero Squire (RHD)
'74 Chris Craft Gull Wing (SH)
'02 VX Series II Holden Commodore SS Sedan
(Past President Modified Chapter)

Past Cars of significance - to me
1935 Ford 3 Window Coupe
1936 Ford 5 Window Coupe
1937 Chevrolet Sports Coupe
1955 Chevrolet Convertible
1959 Ford Fairlane Ranch Wagon
1960 Cadillac CDV
1972 Cadillac Eldorado Coupe

jorgefife

I am only spraying the valve covers. But I will take the advice to spray the motor with Brakleen
Thanks for the tip

The Tassie Devil(le)

I use Brakleen for everything in the Garage/Workshop.

The Wife even has a can in the Laundry, and it is a great spot remover.

Bruce. >:D
'72 Eldorado Convertible (LHD)
'70 Ranchero Squire (RHD)
'74 Chris Craft Gull Wing (SH)
'02 VX Series II Holden Commodore SS Sedan
(Past President Modified Chapter)

Past Cars of significance - to me
1935 Ford 3 Window Coupe
1936 Ford 5 Window Coupe
1937 Chevrolet Sports Coupe
1955 Chevrolet Convertible
1959 Ford Fairlane Ranch Wagon
1960 Cadillac CDV
1972 Cadillac Eldorado Coupe

35-709

 :)  Our local NAPA has a deal on their version of Brakleen --- $1.99 by the can or case.  I bought a case.  Slightly smaller can than the Brakleen but still a bargain.
1935 Cadillac Sedan resto-mod "Big Red"
1973 Cadillac Caribou - Sold - but still in the family
1950 Jaguar Mark V Saloon resto-mod - Sold
1942 Cadillac 6269 - Sold
1968 Pontiac Bonneville Convertible - Sold
1950 Packard 2dr. Club Sedan
1935 Glenn Pray - Auburn Boattail Speedster, Gen. 2

jorgefife

Thank you all for the help on the 59 Coupe
I will be asking for help on the 37 LaSalle under a different heading, going back to what was already posted
Thanks again

veesixteen

Jorge: I believe we may have communicated about your Cadillacs in the past.
Not much I can do for you in the "help" line.
I just wanted to show you the pre-owned, low-mileage 1959 Coupe de Ville I bought "sight unseen" in Portland, OR, in 1983.
I paid $5K for her; that price included repaint of the lower body from black to white, as well as a repair to the stitching on the driver's seat.
"Miracles" like this don't happen every day.

Show us your car(s) when you have time.

   
Yann Saunders, CLC #12588
Compiler and former keeper of "The Cadillac Database"
aka "MrCadillac", aka "Veesixteen"