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I have a 1996 Volvo Penta 4.3GL with SX drive in a project boat. It had overheated... new impeller. The starter went bad... new starter. The engine is sluggish to start, but it does start. However, during the ignition it makes an occasional clanging noise, and more frequently a ringing noise...