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Mechanical parts - What's the best source?

Started by Rafa, March 12, 2023, 10:18:57 AM

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Rafa

Hello,

I've been away from the brand for 20 years, and now I'm back with 4 big restoration projects.

Back in the day, when I restored a 1961 60-S, a 1963 75 and a 1965 60-S, I used to buy from places like Kanter, Caddy Corner, Cadillac King, Caddy Daddy and USA Parts Supply. I'm not even sure if they're still around. Ebay was just starting...

What are good sources for mechanical parts today? Such as engine, transmission, suspension, carb and tune-up kits, hoses and belts?

Thanks in advance for your suggestions.

Rafael de Castilho, from Brazil
CLC member #33665

1957 Eldorado Brougham #198
1958 Eldorado Brougham #423
1959 Eldorado Brougham #56
1960 Eldorado Brougham #83
1993 Seville STS

J. Russo

Not knowing what models you are restoring, I've used these companies for my 1941 Cadillac.

Terrill Machine - Fuel pump rebuild, Wheel bearings, gaskets
Rareparts.com - Steering and Suspension
Daytonaparts.com - Carburetor Rebuild
Cadillacpartsltd.com
McVeys.com
Northwest Transmission - nwtparts.com
brillman.com - Electrical
Harnesses Unlimited - Wiring
Olson Gaskets
inlinetube.com - Brake & fuel lines
sms-auto.com - Hood Hinge restoration
Steele Rubber
Steve Cooley Motors
Autoglassics.com
Thanks,
John Russo
CLC Member #65003835

Rafa

Thanks John for taking the time to writing that long list.

It's the cars that are on my signature, from 1957 to 1960.
Rafael de Castilho, from Brazil
CLC member #33665

1957 Eldorado Brougham #198
1958 Eldorado Brougham #423
1959 Eldorado Brougham #56
1960 Eldorado Brougham #83
1993 Seville STS