Car just sputters when I try to start

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  1. NewMaverickGuy

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    I got it guys. Now I just have to do the brakes. One line was left off a drum and the brake fluid looks like chocolate milk
     
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    Glad you got it figured out, what did you finally do to remedy problem ? It is nice when people let you know how problems were solved so others can learn or if the people that tried to help you steered you in the right direction.

    A rusted out fuse block will probably lead to future problems and is a symptom of a rusted out cowl or bad windshield rubber of which both are a common issue
     
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    I had to adjust the ignition switch. All I have to do is pump the gas pedal once and crank it and it runs and idles just fine, no problems. I initially had to adjust the idle mixture because it would bog under throttle. But I leaned the mixture and now no problems (y)
     
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    Thank you
     
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    Thank you to all of you. After all, y'all are taking time out of your day to help me with my greenhorn questions.
     

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