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Hi Vern,
I was about to pull the Excalibur out of the garage and let it run a bit since the last time it ran was January or February. The engine isn't starting at all (no clicks or any noises when I turn the key). The headlights aren't working, but the interior lights and radio are. I think I may have to jump the car, but I can't figure out where to attach the jumper cables to. It appears as if the battery is buried in the passenger side hood, but I can't figure out if there are some sort of extensions to attach the jumper to near the top of the hood. Thanks for the help!
The battery should be at the top of the passenger side under the hood.
If it's in a un-reachable position, check with Alice Preston at Excalibur.
I am not familiar with where it may have been moved.
Alice Preston
Camelot Classic Cars
Home Of The Excalibur
8428 W. Kaul Ave.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53225 USA
Phone: 414-760-3111 • Fax: 414-760-3144
http://www.excaliburparts.com/
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| Comment | Thanks. I realized the battery was probably moved to this lower location because the previous owner added a kill-switch. I'll have to check to see if the battery or the switch's connection is the problem. | ||
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Visit my website at: http://www.classytransportation.com/ I can answer most questions about autos built in the 60's 70's and 80's. Specifically, Lincolns, Rolls Royces and the Excaliburs. Mechanical issues and technical questions are my expertise. I also have a general knowledge of most older automobiles. Keep in mind, I can only provide answers if the questions are very specific and complete. Without details, I can only speculate and that's not good for solving your problem.
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