Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) Starter grinding

[Skydiver]

After doing a search .



96 3500 auto.





About once every other day my starter is not engaging . It makes the loud high pitch grinding noise only once then works ok .



I replaced my solenoid plunger and contacts with Larry B's about 9 months ago . Every thing has worked perfect until last week . The starter spins plenty fast when it engages . I did check this morning and the starter is bolted up tight .



Could this be the Bendix ? And what can I do to remedy this .



I must repair this before my flywheel gets damaged .



Also the engine always cranks within 2 seconds on the starter. Nothing has been abused or overworked . 170,000 miles on stock starter. The temperature has been colder than normal ? 25 degrees F



Any help will be appreciated .



Thanks

 

[Missouri Mule]

Pull the starter off, take it to auto electric shop so they can look at/repair it (They mite tell you need a new one).