Craftsman YS4500 cranking problem

Br39601

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The attached video shows the problem I'm having. Makes a sound when I turn the key, but doesn't engage the starter. Has new solenoid and starter. I could use some ideas of what to check.
 

dougand3

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Make sure battery is fully charged. Can you turn flywheel by hand? Try it with spark plugs out.
Sounds like starter pinion is bouncing on flywheel teeth.
 

Br39601

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The battery charger says the battery is fully charged. The flywheel turns and the starter is not activating at all. The sound is around the key/solenoid.
 

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Maybe bad new solenoid...the plate is bouncing on 2 big poles instead of connecting firmly. Maybe bad new starter. You can test these parts off the tractor.
 
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