Right on.
if it applies, attend to starter bushing in the bell housing too.

On 7/24/2012 4:10 PM, Mike S wrote:
> On 7/24/2012 6:33 PM, Scott Daniel - Turbovans wrote:
>> better yet ..
>> some solenoid that will propel a stout steel rod into the side of the
>> starter, making it go that way.
>
> Mo betta, take the starter apart, blow out all the accumulated dust and
> dirt, wipe out all the old grease, flush it even cleaner with a water
> spray, set it aside to dry. While it's drying, check the brushes, and
> lightly clean the commutator with some emery cloth. Finally, oil the
> bearings and Bendix, grease the Bendix lever, and put it back together.
>