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Technical / Authenticity / Re: Rear leaf springs

Last post by gatech1956 - Today at 07:38:52 PM

Thank you for the information. I have one other question regarding the gas tank strap. I understand there are two lengths for the 56 Cadillac I have one for the 56 that is two long almost 40 inches, what the length of the shorter one for the 56 Coupe DeVille

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For Sale - Parts / 1.5 pairs 1941 Cadillac skirts

Last post by Mike Patla #23389 - Today at 06:00:53 PM

For sale 1.5 pairs of 1941 1942 Cadillac skirts and they fit all series except 60 special. A few small dents around but no serious rust. $900.00   Thanks

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For Sale - Parts / 1948 Cadillac convertible inte...

Last post by Mike Patla #23389 - Today at 05:53:12 PM

For sale this pair of 1948 Cadillac interior door moldings without a dent but one emblem is awol. $750.00  Thanks

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For Sale - Parts / 1940 Cadillac grille 62 series

Last post by Mike Patla #23389 - Today at 05:38:17 PM

For sale this 1940 Cadillac grille without  a chip or crack but does have pitting as pictured. $375.00 Thanks

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For Sale - Parts / working 1948 Cadillac heater a...

Last post by Mike Patla #23389 - Today at 05:10:24 PM

For sale this  working 1948 Cadillac heater assembly . Free pick up in Westfield, Mass. but I will ship  on your dime. $275.00    mikepatlaemail addresses not permitted

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General Discussion / 1949 starter help needed

Last post by limo Jason - Today at 03:09:19 PM

I have a 1949 Series 75 and I'm having some electrical issues with the starting system.  The car is still 6 volts.  In the past it was changed to use two 6 volt batteries with a series parallel switch so it would crank better.  It works well and I really have no desire to change it.  Every now and then when I would push the starter button the starter would just go "Click" and nothing else would happen.  Usually the next try it would start as normal.  Lately its been getting worse. I almost got stranded at a car show last weekend and today I had the same issue.  I think my neutral switch is ok. Am I having issues with the relay?  Is the starter going out?  what do you all think?  1949 is a one year only starter I believe so I would like to trouble shoot a but before I start throwing money at things that don't need replaced. Thanks   

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Technical / Authenticity / Re: Rear leaf springs

Last post by Warren Rauch #4286 - Today at 02:02:26 PM

   It is more complicated than just model. 1957's are all by themselves. In 56 and 57 ,Cadillac used 2 suppliers .Complete springs interchange ,but types A&B have different profiles and ends.
      Most 1956 models are on their own. series 75,1954-56. do interchange. 1954 and 1955 generally are the same by model except convertible models,that you need to know serial numbers to get the right one. Models with air ,use heavy duty springs.  Cadillac Group# 17.0015
 
  My rule for used springs . Get the pair. From a heavier model in possible. 


 For what its worth, they can't be considering load and spring rates.
Hollander (1959 book)  Rear Spring    #11;;  2 1/2 wide x25 1/2 front bushing center   to bolt x31 bolt to rear bushing center x  1 1/8  bushings
  fits:  Cadillac 54-57 , 58-59 Coml

  You can sometimes cold work an old spring. Take it all apart. Don't Heat! re-arch the leaves one by one (bend them to create  more curve). If they don't break,it will raise the car when put back together. Often short lived. My brother Ed, is still running a 1946 Chevy after 40 years and doing it twice.

Warren

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Technical / Authenticity / Re: transmission line shape ch...

Last post by Big Fins - Today at 01:00:11 PM

If you can get a verified shape, gently massage the lines with a tubing bender until you reach the desired shape. I remember it being a real bear to replace the lines on my '59. They were held up in transit and I needed to get the engine back in.

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General Discussion / Re: Carpet dyes

Last post by Big Fins - Today at 12:57:20 PM

You would still need to spray it or air brush it on to get a consistent layer on the material. But a cool idea! Cheap too.

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Technical / Authenticity / 1960stransmission line shape check

Last post by dbzsjones - Today at 12:49:20 PM

I would appreciate some feedback on the shape of these transmission cooler lines.  I think they got bent in storage, but would like to confirm before I buy replacements.
All opinions welcome.  Thank you!