change the fluid and filter. find a dipstick for your car. make sure the fluid level is correct.

with out a dipstick you wont know anything. starting to take mechanical things apart will just waste money. do the basics first. 80% chance this will solve your problem.

tom w

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..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.