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#21

Technical / Authenticity / Re: 1974 Eldorado hood oil-can...

Last post by The Tassie Devil(le) - Yesterday at 08:47:41 PM

One question.   When the car was repainted, was the hood dipped in a solution to remove all the paint, inside and out?

If so, it could be that the solution also removed the factory sealer that was placed between the frame and hood panel whilst it was being assembled?

Bruce.  

#22

Technical / Authenticity / Re: Seam Sealer Education

Last post by The Tassie Devil(le) - Yesterday at 08:43:15 PM

A lot different to the Seam Sealer that I have.   It came in a 1 Pint can and is messy to apply.

Bruce.

#23

Restoration Corner / Re: 1969 Cadillac DeVille Proj...

Last post by The Tassie Devil(le) - Yesterday at 08:32:32 PM

When fitting the Trans, I always make sure that the Torque Converter can move forwards and backwards a small amount before completely tightening up the bellhousing bolts.

If after this, the Torque Converter is tight, then it is not seated.   There has to be some movement between the TQ and Flex Plate, and when the TQ nuts are tightened, you are actually pulling the Flex Plate slightly rearwards.   This assists in aligning the Ring Gear as well.

Bruce.

#24

For Sale - Cars / Re: 1956 Fleetwood 75 by Derha...

Last post by The Tassie Devil(le) - Yesterday at 08:26:39 PM

This is a very cool car.
My biggest issue with limos is twofold: the drivers seat is cramped for anyone over 5 foot 8 since the division prohibits seat movement rearward.
Then you have the vision problem. How did the chauffeur merge into right lanes?

I suppose these days it could be a case for Discrimination.   Maybe the owners wanted small drivers so they would sit low and be virtually invisible.

I don't think the makers cared about the driveability of the car as the owners wouldn't be actually driving them.

I tried to drive Jerry Steinards '76 Limo, and it was so uncomfortable, I simply couldn't. (I am 6'6")

Bruce.

#25

For Sale - Cars / Re: WTS: 1964 Sedan Deville

Last post by cadillacjack - Yesterday at 08:12:44 PM

Tim, Good luck with the sale of your beautiful 1964 Sedan DeVille.

#26

For Sale - Parts / Re: 61-62 Fenders Restored

Last post by The Tassie Devil(le) - Yesterday at 08:12:23 PM

Anderson71 has been deleted and banned.   Including his posts.

Apologies for not getting to it sooner, but the site was down yesterday.

Bruce.

#27

Technical / Authenticity / Loose shoulder bolt 74Eldo con...

Last post by danjarrett1 - Yesterday at 07:48:43 PM

Top has been struggling to come up, actually stopped halfway up a couple of times. Recent motor, relay, good grounds, cleaned old cosmoline out of actuators and replace with good grease, recent drive cables..
Did notice today when the top was down that the shoulder bolt, castle nut, cotter pin all intact, but the shoulder bolt is not flush with the structure exposing a gap. Is this normal? Is that gap there for a reason? Castellated bolt is secure with cotter pin in place. Downloaded picture is area of concern. See attachment

#28

Technical / Authenticity / Re: 62 Sedan DeVille Mystery D...

Last post by Clewisiii - Yesterday at 07:42:52 PM

One think I did find with my '60 CDV, was that the upper ball joint on the top of the differential (Rear upper Control Arm) that controls the vertical and sideways movement was totally trashed.

This part of the car would have to be the least seen or checked, as it is up ant out of casual eyesight.

Bruce.

And those are expensive.

#29

Technical / Authenticity / Re: 62 Sedan DeVille Mystery D...

Last post by The Tassie Devil(le) - Yesterday at 07:37:28 PM

One think I did find with my '60 CDV, was that the upper ball joint on the top of the differential (Rear upper Control Arm) that controls the vertical and sideways movement was totally trashed.

This part of the car would have to be the least seen or checked, as it is up ant out of casual eyesight.

Bruce.

#30

Technical / Authenticity / Re: Early Hydra-Matic Transmis...

Last post by Michael Brittan CLC #2750 - Yesterday at 07:20:15 PM

The ATF transfusion took place as planned.  The transmission took 12.5 quarts of the Dex/Merc, just like the shop manual says it should.  I have only managed to put a few miles on the car since.  My initial impression is that there is a small improvement in the 2-3 shift, but more extensive driving is required when time and weather permit. I'll report again when I have racked up some more miles.