1941 Chevy Master Deluxe, 216 3 speed. After driving a bit the clutch pedal does not return properly. It is as if it is sticking or something. Is this possible the clutch pedal return spring? Can this spring get weak over time? Just looking at the easy and cheap fixes first. The car shifts fine but the pedal will stick after changing the gear intermittently.

It is getting close to spring and preparing to get this out on the road soon.

First would lubricate the clutch pedal arm shaft on the brake master cylinder casting,....see shop manual.

As usual, Gene is right on target. Lubrication might solve the problem.

However, if things have been dry too long the bushings might be so worn that they need replaced. It is not a technically difficult job but does require removal of the master cylinder and a lot of associated pieces.

Your boys’ small arms and hands will be very helpful!

The proper amd odd way to lubricare may be found in the brake secion of the manual.

The previous pictures shown were dry as a bone too. Back when people took their car in to be serviced, the garage oiled EVERYTHING. Hood hinges, door hinges, clutch linkage, and yes the shifting linkage. At least once a year everyone should take an oil can or lithium grease to ANYTHING on the car that moves, spins, slides, or pivots. In many cases the only reason these cars survived in their original condition is because someone did exactly that, and now they don't. These things are not like a modern car that is lubed and sealed for life.