It sounds like the starter solenoid is not kicking the gear out. Bench testing and visual inspection of what is happening should give clues. Auto parts stores and mechanics may have bench test setups if you cannot arrange this. The solenoid might be the wrong one or be installed mechanically or electrically wrong. It should make a loud clack and kick out the gear. If by chance the gear is the type that goes out on a spring return spiral, it could be stuck/rusty. The "Bendix", the gear on the starter shaft may have a one way clutch inside and these go bad. You can test this by turning the gear and seeing if it engages every time. Otherwise, take that starter to a starter repair place for advice. The starter shops would have this cleaned, repaired, painted with new brushes and bearings in less than a hour. Lee Haefele
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