Ok guys sorry I really don't know what I'm doing hence asking here. I will pull it apart again today and do a better job of sanding the crank shaft. Not sure what else can be done? I mean is the crank shaft ruined? I won't be able to get those grooves out with wet and dry. Any way to know if the new starter clutch is ruined other than taking it apart? Will do as you suggested and kill as soon as I hear the squeal Grumpy sorry for my lack of understanding banghead