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Not unless there was a problem with the drive gear on the starter that makes contact with the flywheel.
I believe the starter solenoid is on the same circuit. A failed starter is most likely the problem.
You have a short circuit/over current problem with the circuit. If the wires are not touching metal, then the starter may have failed.
The starter has failed.
The starter has probably failed.
A failed starter is a likely cause.
That can happen when the starter has failed.
Either the keyswitch has failed or the contacts inside the starter have fused.
Need to know why you think the starter needs to be shimed.
The starter has failed and needs replaced. Somthing inside the starter makes connection when you tap it.
the starter has failed.
Turn the key to start and if nothing happens could be a bad starter.