I don't know if they are still doing it. My Murray tractor is about 10
years old.

I pulled the starter and connected it directly to a new battery. It
crackled and sparked but nothing else, deader than a doornail...... At
least it has a part# sticker right on it! This tractor is 14 years
old, but ive only had it for 3 so idk if thats the orig. starter..
Whatever, ez fix, wont break the bank.

Thanks all!