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#91

Technical / Authenticity / Re: 1950 Speedo Cable Problem

Last post by Cadman-iac - June 07, 2023, 10:58:28 AM

Hi Rick,

thanks for the clarification of the parts that are involved with the noise/jumping. Now I know what to look for when I take it out.
Wouldn´t it be wise to take it to your trusted watch repair man for cleaning and especially lubing with the correct oil?
I did that with the clock on my 56 and it works like a charm now (after laser welding new contacts in - the old ones had totally burnt out).
At least on a mechaincal clock the correct lube for each part is very important. And they´re a few.

Is there a good advice on what to avoid while taking out the cluster or a good tip?
Had the dashpad out and cluster loose for repair of my fuel gauge once but back then the speedo was working alright so I didn´t go ahdead and pull the whole assembly.
Pull the steering column?
I remember the big wheel was in the way almost all the time. Pulling the wheel off of the column without damaging the horn insulator I can´t imagine is impossible. I did get the wheel off only with the wire pulled out when the brass sleeve had to be replaced anyway and the whole column was on my bench.

It's been over 6 or 7 years, maybe more, since I've removed the dash from my 56, and my goal was total disassembly so I could begin the restoration process on it. I can't remember if you have to just drop the column or if it's necessary to remove the wheel, it's just been too long now.
If you have a service manual, you might want to check it for more information on that part.
Once you have it out though, you will need to separate the two halves of the housing in order to remove the speedometer head from the rear housing. I think there's just 3 screws right around the area the cable attaches. Don't remove these until after you have separated the housing, or the speedometer will be loose inside while you are flipping it over and you could damage it.
I guess I should ask, you are referring to your 56, right?
Once you have the head out, the black background piece will have to be removed before you can get to the mechanism.
This is were specifics on what is next are vague now. If you are serious about doing this, pm me and I'll see what I can do for you. To refresh my memory, I will have to pull out one of my clusters and take it apart. I can post pictures here for you, as it's not possible in a pm.
I remember how, I just don't remember specifics, and I don't want to give you the wrong information. These are hard to find any more.
And I want to give you the steps for the Cadillac speedometer, not the other brands I've also done. It's easy to confuse them after so many years, and I've done others since I did the Cadillac speedometer.
For instance, I've added an electronic cruise control to my 64 Chevrolet truck by adding a "window" to the housing and back of the speedometer head so
the laser pick-up can "see" the back of the impeller, and added a 100,000 number wheel to the odometer,so it doesn't just roll over to 00,000 when it reaches 100,000 miles, which I had to enlarge the background opening for so it could be seen.
Then I needed to repair the trip odometer on both of my Suburbans, one because it stopped working, the other because it wouldn't reset.
So like I said, specifics are vague. Let me know what you want to do and I'll try and help.

Rick

#92

Technical / Authenticity / Re: 1959 Cadillac odometer not...

Last post by Nctgs5434 - June 07, 2023, 10:20:44 AM

Hi

I have had the same issue with the gears coming from the speed cup (where the magnet turns) going up to the odometer gear not working. They were worn and broken.

My solution was to take the old gears and make reproductions of these original gears. It was not an easy job but it worked. In other words I can sell these gears now to anyone that needs these. Its not a cheap solution but the only one I could find as all the speedometer shops said they have to strip old odometers to get these gears and often the gears are in bad shape in these as well.

Mine are gears for the 1959 Cadillac. See the attached picture for the gears that I reproduced.

The larger one (the vertical gear) is reproduced in metal.
The one that goes inside the Speedcup is reproduced in high end plastic.

#93

Want To Buy - Parts / Re: rear interior light for '6...

Last post by Highwayman68 - June 07, 2023, 08:17:27 AM

2-1/4 long x 7/8 wide x 1/2 deep  thanks!

I moved this to a PM discussion with you, please look for a New Message from me.

#94

General Discussion / Re: 1959 - 1960 Cadillac Seat ...

Last post by Warren Rauch #4286 - June 07, 2023, 07:59:21 AM

  I believe you are both right on the question of when required. Jan 1,1964 for front. and 1968 for rear.
 The pictured belts,above ,are what Cadillac was showing in The Accelerator ( internal magazine) in 1961 and 1962. They continued to use this type on limos thru 1964. The Oct 1962 issue on the cover pictures a plain air craft type with a plain buckle,but other places all show the style above.
  In June 1961 ,a "Cadillac Extra parts and accessories" number 139,was issued. It trumpeted Genuine Cadillac seat belts.The order form listed colors;Rose,Gray,Blue,Green,Fawn,Black and Maroon . All fit 1957-61.
  In issues from 1957 to 1960 ,the seat belts pictured were the same. An aviation type buckle.The top instead of being squared off had an end of a half circle.
  Warren
 

#95

Technical / Authenticity / Re: 1950 Speedo Cable Problem

Last post by Hillbillycat - June 07, 2023, 07:02:59 AM

Hi Rick,

thanks for the clarification of the parts that are involved with the noise/jumping. Now I know what to look for when I take it out.
Wouldn´t it be wise to take it to your trusted watch repair man for cleaning and especially lubing with the correct oil?
I did that with the clock on my 56 and it works like a charm now (after laser welding new contacts in - the old ones had totally burnt out).
At least on a mechaincal clock the correct lube for each part is very important. And they´re a few.

Is there a good advice on what to avoid while taking out the cluster or a good tip?
Had the dashpad out and cluster loose for repair of my fuel gauge once but back then the speedo was working alright so I didn´t go ahdead and pull the whole assembly.
Pull the steering column?
I remember the big wheel was in the way almost all the time. Pulling the wheel off of the column without damaging the horn insulator I can´t imagine is impossible. I did get the wheel off only with the wire pulled out when the brass sleeve had to be replaced anyway and the whole column was on my bench.

#96

Technical / Authenticity / Re: Brake cylinders, ;47 serie...

Last post by Jay Friedman - June 07, 2023, 06:59:46 AM

Tony, I use one like this which works on a range of sizes of wheel cylinders.  Jay

https://www.amazon.com/Powerbuilt-648401-Brake-Cylinder-2-25-Inch/dp/B001G7RB2G/ref=asc_df_B001G7RB2G/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312174136943&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=7664393281099009457&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9010958&hvtargid=pla-492657196971&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=63790029762&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=312174136943&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=7664393281099009457&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9010958&hvtargid=pla-492657196971

#97

General Discussion / Re: 1949 cadillac trunk lock a...

Last post by Jay Friedman - June 07, 2023, 06:56:25 AM

Try Dennis Akerman who is in the CLC directory in N. Hampshire and/or John Gately who is in the CLC directory in Massachusetts.

#98

Technical / Authenticity / Brake cylinders, ;47 series 62

Last post by TonyZappone #2624 - June 07, 2023, 06:15:29 AM

Going to have someone look at brakes on my '47.  Pedal is low, preparing to see what cylinders need attenion, etc.  Bought kits for all four wheels, plus master cylinder: in stock at NAPA (under $50).  Question:  what size hone for the wheel cylinder tech wants to know?

#99

General Discussion / Re: Dual Exhausts for 76 Eldor...

Last post by 20ferest - June 07, 2023, 05:56:55 AM

I fitted My 76 eldo with Flow-master series 50 and very big resonator it sounded healthier and got more horsepower due to the elimination of the odd cat
Sold my 76 eldo to the gentleman and he told me that she sounds very good at least it will bring a smile

#100

General Discussion / Re: Speedometer not working

Last post by 20ferest - June 07, 2023, 05:23:02 AM

Hey Charles,
I have recently serviced my cluster in my 76 coupe de ville and lubricated the speedo cable with lucas white lithium grease but sadly it still bounces i will probably check the other speed cable since it has a cruise control also i will service the transmission speed gear as for your cable is maybe dried out and needs a grease hopefully it won't need other thing

Have a wonderful day