Starter not working?

2003 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN
350,000 MILES • 5.3L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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INDIANOUTLAW
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Truck starts when it wants to. Turn the key and all the lights come on the dash like they are supposed to. No clicks no sounds does not turn over or make any noise. After 3 to 40 turns of the key it starts. Replaced ignition switch and key switch. Still the same?
May 4, 2019 at 7:10 AM
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STRAILER
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Hello,

It sounds like the starter has gone out but to be sure here is a guide to help walk you through the steps to confirm the failure.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/starter-not-working-repair

Please run down this guide and report back.
May 6, 2019 at 8:24 AM
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STRAILER
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Can you please shoot a quick video with your phone so we can see what's going on? that would be great. You can upload it here with your response.
May 7, 2019 at 4:26 AM
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