Starter just clicks when I turn key.
The starter pinion is extending to the driveplate but not turning.
The starter motor however does operate when 12v is applied to it.
It is the solenoid?
If so, can I swap it or do I need a whole new starter?

 

I have this issue, turn the key back off then back on then back off then back on, FULLY on, not just acc....that what i have to do with mine sometimes...

 

Yah that trick got me through last week but I got cruise nights to go to this weekend... my luck I'll have to pry the driveplate to a perfect spot or try the hammer trick - embarassing eh?

 

time for an LT4 starter my friend woo hoo Read up on it.....

 

OK thanks

 

What variable are you inducing on your starter that allows it to receive 12V? Under what circumstances is it NOT getting 12V? If it currently is NOT getting proper voltage, then that is a problem for ANY starter, 100k mi. stocker and brand new LT4 alike. Don't go buy anything just yet.

 

I think you answered your own question

 

Fixed - swapped solenoid. The solenoid operated but it wasn't tranferring voltage over to the starter motor once the pinion extended. Unfortunately that part of the solenoid didn't come apart.