1973 Other Chevrolet Models Starter

Tiny
CAPRICECLASSICA
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  • 1973 CHEVROLET
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 472 MILES
I turn the key and it sounds like all the starter does is just wine. Help.
Tuesday, May 26th, 2009 AT 2:42 PM

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Tiny
JDL
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Underneath, there may be a flywheel cover, if you remove the cover, you may be able to see if the starter is kicking out the pinion gear, if it isn't, you may need a new starter/solenoid assembly.
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Tuesday, May 26th, 2009 AT 3:18 PM

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