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Originally Posted by franken
If turning the key to start doesn't do anything there's a solenoid issue. It's also likely to be a wiring issue.
Rather than throwing parts at it maybe try some troubleshooting. What's the voltage to the solenoid case from the S-terminal with the key in the start position?
Maybe loosen and tighten all the electrical connections for the starter and solenoid.
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Sound advise from franken. Doing a little troubleshooting first is free and won't take much time.
1.Disconnect your battery first
2.Try to get under the truck and do a visual of the starter, wires, state of connections/terminals, battery cable (anything dirty, loose, frayed etc?)
3.Check to ensure the starter itself is not loose (starter bolts)
4.Reconnect battery and try to start checking voltages as franken mentioned above
This will give you piece of mind and ensure all starter related systems/wiring are in good shape and help determine if you really need a new starter or not.
With that said, I have had very good reliability and performance from many different mini starter brands: Summit, Powermaster, GM reduction starters etc.