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Technical / Authenticity / Re: Rear leaf springs

Last post by Roger Zimmermann - Today at 09:31:52 AM

54 to 56 probably yes. But there are differences between models. Most probably, 57 rear springs are different because the frame is new for this year.
Sorry, I'm away from home and don't have parts list with me.

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Technical / Authenticity / 1950sRear leaf springs

Last post by gatech1956 - Today at 09:19:30 AM

Are the leaf springs for the 54 to 57 Cadillac the same?

#3

Want To Buy - Parts / 1956 Sales Brochure for Eldora...

Last post by jdemerson - Today at 07:50:52 AM

Looking for a prestige folder that introduced the 1956 Eldorado Seville. Gold background with blue car.  Approximately 16" x 6" when folded.

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General Discussion / Re: Looks like the Celestiq is...

Last post by James Landi - Today at 07:39:49 AM

David,

Your invite is certainly tempting. I, for one, truly enjoy the historical narratives about a new car's development, and sometimes the behind the scenes creative work,engineering discussions, as well as the corporate culture are far more interesting than what appears as the final product.  We're fortunate to have you and several other members who were 'in the room' at GM as new Cadillacs evolved and came to market. James

#5

General Discussion / Re: Carpet dyes

Last post by Warren Rauch #4286 - Today at 07:25:56 AM

       Has anyone tried hair dye? It comes in all kinds of colors. My niece has green /purple  hair. It is water proof. And doesn't just coat the hair. Will it work the same on carpet? I used a spray on my 56 limo,but was never happy. It looked artificial.
      I think it would work,but Bill just laughed. 

Warren

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General Discussion / Re: 1970 Deville Camber adjust...

Last post by Big Fins - Today at 04:21:26 AM

Just remember, making any adjustment to that eccentric also changes the caster. Best to find an alignment shop in the area that has knowledge of these cars.

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General Discussion / 1970 Deville Camber adjustment

Last post by colorado4x4 - Yesterday at 10:53:07 PM

My 1970 Deville is showing signs of wearing the inside side of the tire on the passenger side of the car only. Which I understand is negative camber. 

Which way do I need to turn the camber eccentric to give it more positive camber.....counterclockwise or clockwise? and how much of a turn should it be.....1/8 of turn, 1/4 turn or some other measurement?   

FSM says + 3/8 degree to  - 3/8 degrees adjustment max either way....what does that compute to in terms of turning the eccentric

The FSM says the "final position of the joint stud should be in the rear portion of the camber eccentric in order to keep steering arm angle correct"  Does that mean that the side of the eccentric in which the stud hole is closest to the edge should be towards the rear of the car?

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Want To Buy - Parts / Re: 1955 Cadillac Continental ...

Last post by Lexi - Yesterday at 02:55:33 PM

Warren is correct. 1957 would be the only year for such, at least in the '50s as sanctioned by Cadillac. I think they called it the Auxilliary Wheel Carrier, or something similar. There were after market kits available, many of which were featured in the vintage Whitney Catalogs.

I myself am looking for a '56 after market kit.

Should I see any '57's I shall advise. You could always connect with Continental Enterprises in Canada. They could supply you with a generic kit and you would get all the parts you need. Finding complete vintage kits are very hit and miss. One missing part, which is common, can run a huge chunk of time and burn a hole in your wallet. Best to stick with a sure thing unless you have deep pockets and preferably metal working and machine shop skills. Clay/Lexi

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General Discussion / Re: Looks like the Celestiq is...

Last post by cadillacmike68 - Yesterday at 01:40:30 PM

If the Celestiq's launch is anything the Lyriq's, then it will be a disaster.

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Technical / Authenticity / 1970s1978 Deville Illuminated Entry...

Last post by joecaristo - Yesterday at 11:08:56 AM

I was wondering if anyone ever added Illuminated entry to their car. I have a 1978 parts car and took the wiring and relay out and put it in my 1978 Deville I'm working on. It was pretty straight forward, Wiring from the relay goes to the door handles, ground, fuse box and left side junction box. It worked great for a month. Now just the passenger side works. I changed the relay, changed the driver side door actuator and installed new wiring to the drivers side and got the same results. Passenger side only works. I hooked up just the drivers side and it worked without the passenger side connected. The other strange thing is when I connect the battery the relay clicks and turns on the interior lights. I don't think that should happen. Am I missing something? The shop manual was no help. If anyone has tried this with success what do you think is wrong? Thanks.