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    Stuck Clutch?

    Im working on replacing the clutch slave cylinder because it was in desperate need of replacement. While down there I wanted to see if the clutch would even disengage, and it appears it won't disengage. I manually pushed the clutch arm forwards and backward and the engine would lock up both...
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    Possible Ignition Switch Issue?

    After letting the car sit overnight I tried starting it again today (via crossing the 2 points at the solenoid). The starter sounded, I'm not sure how to frase it, extra crunchy/vibraty? I can post a video with the sound in a bit. Regardless after letting it sit for a bit the starter seemed to...
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    67 sunbeam alpine hard starting

    Hello all, Ive recently been working on restoring a sunbeam alpine 5 over the last few weeks. Its sat for just under 20 years in a sideyard. A few days ago I finally got the engine turning over and running, even idling for a little bit. The issue now is the starter no longer turns the engine...
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