You are doing a fantastic job Wizard. That is such a beautiful car and you are giving it the full respect it deserves. It is automotive art and is wonderful!
@daroachdoggjr1883 сағат бұрын
Who would’ve guessed an antique collectible car would cost a lot of money to maintain and preserve
@VTXHobbies2 сағат бұрын
He's also doing OEM fixes... a lot of this stuff could be rebuilt from scratch for cheaper. Like the turn signal switch.
@joksal91082 сағат бұрын
‘63 is antique???
@tbm3fan9132 сағат бұрын
Outside of his turn signal switch his costs are very reasonable. I ought to know since I have six collectibles between 1965-1973. We can both work on our cars which avoids labor costs. While Wizard, can handle the newer computer/electronic oriented cars, I can't so stick with my three drivers between 1991-2004. I just picked up my 410 FE engine and total cost for labor, including the internals which I bought NOS years ago, will cost me $3K as I do assembly. That is very reasonable in my book.
@daroachdoggjr188Сағат бұрын
@@joksal9108 yes much like your age, both you and the car are antiques
@Itstime2029Сағат бұрын
@@joksal9108at least 25 yrs old constitutes an antique car
@charlieanddadreviewsandcha22433 сағат бұрын
Johnny Cash would be proud. He always wanted one Long and Black. GM wouldn’t miss just one little piece.
@braxtonnelson53752 сағат бұрын
The Caddy just shouts "America!" A 22 foot long 2 door automobile with all of the bells and whistles that says "I am living the American dream"... and the Car Wizard is doing just that. Bravo Car Wizard... bravo!
@henryleach6712 сағат бұрын
The Cadillac was originally painted with acrylic lacquer, not enamel
@nickhaag78033 сағат бұрын
I love the older stuff, I'm glad you are doing it again.
@jessicaseyfried78882 сағат бұрын
I love when you show us the mechanics of the old cars. It makes it easier to understand how the changes happened and how things work now. Thanks for the lessons 😊
@ayedee66813 сағат бұрын
I love love love that Citroen DS. My grandpa had one. Such a nice car. If I had 24k we’d be in business 😎
@alan88873 сағат бұрын
Mr. Wizard, your Coupe De Ville Caddy is like your wife, it's not about the cost, it's about the deep love you have for both. That sir, is priceless.
@WalterThorne-h5k2 сағат бұрын
I love the big Caddy. Great channel…you two are natural presenters!
@ericswires85342 сағат бұрын
I had a 64 coupe just like that but the 64 had the 429. I think the 63 has the 390. 64 didn’t have the red center cap on the steering wheel or the little round light under the headlights.
@charlieanddadreviewsandcha22433 сағат бұрын
😂 He just checked with the Boss. Yup he got the ok for crocs in the shop Mrs .Wizard.
3 сағат бұрын
No matter what it costs it will seem worth it when you are cruising down the road. The worst thing will be the fuel consumption. My 1966 Coupe De Ville got 9-10 mpg.
@halhenryg2 сағат бұрын
Mr. Wizard, nice ride! I always thought the 1963 C.D.V. was one of the best-looking cars on the road. 😎
@Vincent-ke5zn2 сағат бұрын
You're getting very lucky with the parts for the caddilac
@GSXR750ization2 сағат бұрын
Yeah old car can have a lot of gremlins. Especially with a lot of people limping them out once a month to a show. I'm actually surprised someone hasn't modified a off the shelf modern switch for turn signals. It's still such a beautiful car. If you own it awhile and keep reading forums you get to know all the little issues and solutions. The thing is you can fix all these things in a home garage.
@markwagner4909Сағат бұрын
It’s a very pretty classic. Thank you for taking such good care of it.
@jeremypilot10153 сағат бұрын
For those not familiar with carburetors, the center port on the intake brought warm air to the carburetor and manifold, so that the venturi effect didn't freeze the air and fuel coming into the engine thus shutting off the supply of gasoline. Clickbait title though Wizard LOL there was NOTHING on that car that was expensive to fix mechanically. Any idiot with a basic set of tool and the interweb can fix that car. Modern cars you have to be a YOU to fix.
@logicthought24Сағат бұрын
They aren't difficult to fix if you can get well made spare parts.
@oonwingСағат бұрын
You love it, if you can hang tough with it a little long, you'll be smiling....
@Follett21212 сағат бұрын
I don’t think I could justify spending that much money on an old switch. Great work though, nice to see the car getting some love! Very informative video!
@hotpuppy1Сағат бұрын
You could probably make something work, but original style is easier even though it costs a lot.
@TheSleepingonit3 сағат бұрын
Hit Hoovie up with more repair bills?
@robertphillips6296Сағат бұрын
Add a Surcharge to his Bill.
@CouchMan882 сағат бұрын
Yeah going through the same thing with a 1989 Cadillac Coupe DeVille I recently purchased. Runs good just needs everything. 😂 Stuff gets old and falls apart. Fine if it just sits in the garage but not fine if you want to actually use it. Hard to find certain parts too.
@rrd1975Сағат бұрын
Good thing that you're a Master Mechanic! I would need a team of people like you to bring my classic car back to life, and that would cost me many thousands more.
@Vincent-ke5zn2 сағат бұрын
They did a great job with the hood of the BBC (BIG BLACK CADDILAC)It did look like someone sanded the hood with a brick
@rdsledge2 сағат бұрын
That car is over 50 yrs old ! What did you expect? Of course you will have to spend money to get it 100%.
@Henry_Jones2 сағат бұрын
Old cars always have something broken. Even if its in great shape youre always fixing something.
@terry94131Сағат бұрын
My best friend had a '74 Eldorado convertible, but sold it for all the reasons you're talking about. As he said, it just wasn't fun chasing down random parts anymore.
@cdoggyishСағат бұрын
That Caddie is worth every penny Wizard! Beautiful car!
@clevelandmaker3863 сағат бұрын
The best car in the shop
@ant1finox1112 сағат бұрын
I think I understand why you don't hold on to your cars very long, at least not the older ones. Any car you own, once you've poured more money into them than you planned, it turns you off and looking at the car reminds you of the cost.
@57WillysCJСағат бұрын
When you find the serious no bs forum people they are a gold mine of information and help.
@fboomerang2 сағат бұрын
This turn signal thing is THE OPPOSITE OF computer modules! Perfect turn signals again!
@hotpuppy1Сағат бұрын
This is how cars SHOULD be. I don't need EVERYTHING going through a computer module.
@logicthought24Сағат бұрын
In the 70s Plymouth (on a big block Suburban station wagon) had turn signal indicators on top of the fenders. One of the indicators was wired to a vacuum switch from the factory to tell you you were using too much throttle. It was a solution to its unquenchable thirst for fuel during the gas crisis. My friend figured if the light wasn't lit everyone was going to pass him.
@billnasburg1361Сағат бұрын
Actually you got by quite reasonable and when you get done you will have an elegant ride. Hooe you and Mrs. Wizard get a lot of enjoyment out of that beautiful Cadillac
@jamesstaab66142 сағат бұрын
A man (or wizard) of culture I see with those crocs. I wear some myself. Welcome aboard.
@jeffreydeleon56302 сағат бұрын
Not the shift shaft seal 😂😂😂😂🤣😂
@67daltonknoxСағат бұрын
When I moved to the US in '79, I sold my much loved Citroen. I wish I had a larger garage. I would love to have that DS.
@patrickmckeegan53452 сағат бұрын
In the 80's I bought a 1966 Sedan Deville for $150, thinking it would be a cool cruiser. It was a money pit. Water pump, battery, chasing electrical and vaccum issues. To get heat and defrost had to have AC on, with the compressor belt removed. Everytime I adjusted the electric seat it tripped a fuse breaker. After 8 months I sold it for $350. Came back to haunt me over the years, but that is a long story for later.
@stevemcdaniel24762 сағат бұрын
FYI the lights in the fins should work when you turn the lights on, and when you use the brakes or blinkers. You have a wonderful car. When I was young my parents had a 62.
@gregrussell5374Сағат бұрын
Nice work on the Caddy. This was a time when Cadillac was true respect. The work you did seems like standard stuff to be expected, not breaking the bank for a car you want to drive:
@markk3652Сағат бұрын
I’m completely jealous of you. This car is 5x cooler than Hoovie’s 47. Enjoy that thing!!❤
@Chip1434Kenworthy2 сағат бұрын
Many years ago I had a 63 Fleetwood
@danr1920Сағат бұрын
The shift shaft seal is also common on Corvair's with powerglide. Replaced mine years ago.
@garywalker97532 сағат бұрын
Great to see some of your projects.
@atodaso1668Сағат бұрын
My dream car, love these.
@terrygrady76832 сағат бұрын
Beautiful car. I'm so jealous. Show Off.
@ezacher4634Сағат бұрын
Love these Caddies.
@bradyzimmel3 сағат бұрын
I like that Cadillac. On my 76 Eldorado Convertible I wish I had working AC.
@keithwalker68923 сағат бұрын
The Citroen best car ever built
@theJonnymopedСағат бұрын
Yeah but look at it, it's beautiful, it deserves your wizard love
@QALibrary2 сағат бұрын
This car will catch all the limelight when you take it to cars and coffee
@NeicomanСағат бұрын
We used to use a cut up Busch beer can to block those ports.
@mahatma1713 сағат бұрын
Cool looks like you’re on the right track. I’ve worked on Cadillacs 1950 and up- cool old beasts. Had to retrofit power steering onto the 1950 using '53 parts. lol
@glurak8883 сағат бұрын
That BMW is a very unique spec. Ive never even see one in this color with the tan roof. Give it a detail and throw it on BAT
@kclefthanded4272 сағат бұрын
Most BMWs can be custom ordered via BMW Individual custom division for anyone who wants a unique spec vehicle for a price
@Cinephilesteve79092 сағат бұрын
The things mr and Mrs wizard did in that back seat 😂
@BareFlameСағат бұрын
Feelin' high as hell, flyin' through Palmdale, skatin' on Dayton rims So roll, roll, the '83 Cadillac Coupe DeVille If my tapes and my CDs just don't sell, I bet my Caddy will
@norahjaneeast54502 сағат бұрын
In the mid-80s I love the British Broadcasting Corporation so whenever I put initials on a video game BBC but then again that's a different story
@1crustyoldmsgtretired870Сағат бұрын
One of my instructors in A & P school had a red one. It got used a lot as an example of how different systems were engineered. Seeing a Carter AFB got me a little misty eyed. The car is the same age as me and I hope I've held up as well as it has (probably not lol). I keep thinking about the Citroen... My impulsive side and my practical side are having a shouting match right now. I sure am glad there's no "Buy It Now" button
@w.e.s.2 сағат бұрын
Let's see that scat I miss it
@savedin87ifyСағат бұрын
Love the 63 my parents had one. Also a 66 convertible. I think I would of converted it to 4 wheel disk brakes.
@romgl4513Сағат бұрын
The complicated maintenance, the multitude of problems, the cost of the repairs, it's like owning a 2020 Audi, but cheaper.
@darrellcollins8772 сағат бұрын
its sweeet ! we gotta go for a ride !
@bunning632 сағат бұрын
I believe you covered those who sell cars with a few minor faults that only needs...
@nelagmor7647Сағат бұрын
Citroen's cool but I see you've got your priorities in line...The caddy is so mint, you're going to look awesome cruising in it Wizard. It'll be worth it when you can go for a cruise and enjoy the moment instead of worrying or fussing with the little things.
@SpencerCulbertson-s9b2 сағат бұрын
The dreaded shift shaft seal 😮
@jnljnl84852 сағат бұрын
Generally the only time a heat riser in an intake gets hot enough to crack is if the butterfly on the exhaust manifold that forces the exhaust to flow trough the intake is not opening all the way. Working properly it only heats the intake when it's extremely cold. An intake that heats the air and fuel at low load will get much better mpg than a cool running air gap style intake.
@douglasb.12032 сағат бұрын
Love the channel. Being able to have extra money for such a cool project is a financial blessing as quite a few don't.
@JacobusFouche2 сағат бұрын
Shift shaft seal? I had the same on my little Ford Ka, here we call it the gear shift link, luckily I found one at a local gearbox repairer shop 😊👍I'm from 🇿🇦
@danowens7145Сағат бұрын
My Ford with a 300 Inline 6 cylinder. Would stumble on acceleration. No matter what jet sizes or accelerator pump adjustment. Couldn't get rid of stumble. Found out I needed heat under the intake manifold. Made a heater water block to go under the intake. No more stumbling.
@davidjernigan81612 сағат бұрын
I'm surprised a muffler shop can survive in Newton
@exptodd2 сағат бұрын
BBC remark was hilarious. Had to pause and subscribe to the channel in description.
@doolallyproductions72342 сағат бұрын
Check your dipstick seal to. I had a leak on my camaro and I couldn't find it until I pulled the transmission and it was leaking there
@LilYeshuaСағат бұрын
My ‘64 Pontiac Granprix had a Carter AFB carb on it.
@dtglowienkeСағат бұрын
Now that is such a coincidence, I have a toe injury and I need to wear sandals so as to not allow any rubbing on my second toe over on my right foot. I was in the hospital for 5 days because of an infection in my toe which almost took the life of that toe.
@craigenputtockСағат бұрын
it's a beautiful car
@karaDee2363Сағат бұрын
All the money you spend on that caddy is worth every single penny
@Czechbound2 сағат бұрын
I don't know whether I'm shocked or impressed that Mr. Wizard knows about a bbc :)
@foxgreathouse8382Сағат бұрын
We put that same carb on an old Chevy 350
@utubehansrudel2 сағат бұрын
Those Edelbrock carbs boil off modern gas super quick due to the large bowl vents, I find the car won't start after 2 or 3 days of sitting.
@travissheehan6082Сағат бұрын
Wizard can do his favorite electric pump fix
@DaveSoCalСағат бұрын
You need to take it on the Nurburgring 😎
@Vincent-ke5zn2 сағат бұрын
I wish you many safe miles with the Cadillac, God forbid that you hit any other vehicle, you can get out and see what you crushed
@ayedee66813 сағат бұрын
You spending money like Hoovie 🤪😆
@logicthought242 сағат бұрын
Those are safety Crocs!!
@travissheehan6082Сағат бұрын
Wow just blue rtv everywhere on the outside of the pan lmao😂
@kevinfrances1694Сағат бұрын
I own a 1980 seville and yes it costs alot of money when there is a problem
@jayryia3 сағат бұрын
"Crocs Wizard"
@WTF-sh4is2 сағат бұрын
Prefect! 😂
@daredevildaryl26452 сағат бұрын
You look good in this car, you should modify and keep it
@tims86032 сағат бұрын
All those problems weren't as bad as I expected. I don't know what you were whining about😄
@woodrmp12 сағат бұрын
Well now we know that the wizards watch BBC stuff when the kids go to bed 😂
@ManfredEWhite2 сағат бұрын
Nice video.
@philthyrich14333 сағат бұрын
CADILLAC GRILL, CADILLAC GRILL, CHECK OUT THE OIL MY CADILLAC SPILLS
@keithwalker68922 сағат бұрын
@@philthyrich1433 Most cars got most gimmicks so what do expensive cars give you
@philthyrich14332 сағат бұрын
@@keithwalker6892 I HAVE ZERO CLUE
@stoundingresults2 сағат бұрын
Where is that spooky ghost channel you said you were working on? Never mind, found it "Can you believe that"
@joksal91082 сағат бұрын
Big car, big bank. It’ll be fine. 😂
@mikejohnson5992 сағат бұрын
so how much have you spent so far including labor for painting and everything make up a bill like you would have handed hoovie
@BH-qi9cq2 сағат бұрын
You should've taken Johnny Cash's advice 😂
@Indiana_Golden2 сағат бұрын
I had a 1960 4 door when I was a teenager. I traded it off like a dummy.
@woodrmp12 сағат бұрын
Had a couple classic cars. Honestly, nice to look at but not so much to drive and maintain.
@davidjernigan81612 сағат бұрын
The Edelbrock is basically a copy of a later AFB.
@sirlucius30162 сағат бұрын
You'll never be done with this car. Mines a 75 and some parts ive just made myself
@foxstrangler2 сағат бұрын
Get a manual cable for that choke. I had Volvos with Pierburg carbs - they were either 3 or 4 stage chokes, that is on, on , on and er...on. First job on each was disconnect the water hoses and fit a cable. Immediate 10% increase in mpg. The driver should control the choke, not the car. I know 90% of American cars have auto boxes. I don't like them either, especially the new electric 8 speed boxes. Give me a clutch and a stick any day. Less to go wrong, engine braking and better mpg - and you get to drive the car .
@hotpuppy1Сағат бұрын
Modern electric chokes are very efficient. Leave it there.