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Old Apr 7, 2008 | 08:53 PM
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I have a 73 L48.
All I have done is change the spark plugs. They are gapped correctly and I did them one at a time. I turn the key and it will not turn over. All you here is a clicking sound.
I ordered a tune up kit from Ecklers and it came with the spark plugs. So, before I go ahead and change anything else I figured I would try and start the car after I had changed the plugs, but nothing.

Any ideas as to what it could be or trouble shooting I could try?
Much appreciated.
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Old Apr 7, 2008 | 09:06 PM
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Starter not turning and clicking sound (probably the solenoid) makes me think battery is stuffed, or your battery leads are not making good contact.
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Old Apr 7, 2008 | 09:29 PM
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Is it one click?

Or click click click click click like a stick in a bicycle wheel?
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Originally Posted by OzzyTom
Starter not turning and clicking sound (probably the solenoid) makes me think battery is stuffed, or your battery leads are not making good contact.
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Old Apr 7, 2008 | 09:32 PM
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Yes, multiple clicking
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Charge the battery.
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Charge battery, check ALL cables and don't forget the engine ground cable.
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Old Apr 11, 2008 | 10:58 AM
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To all that replied thank you.
It was exactly that, needed to charge the battery. It now turns right over.
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