Hi,
No, the original parts should be fine as long as they weren't damaged, but it sounds like something is causing it to jamb. Do me a favor. See if you can turn the engine by hand. If the starter can't turn the engine because something is hitting, you should be able to tell. Try turning it in both directions a little to see if you can and what happens.
At this point, I have a feeling something wasn't put together correctly or not tightened and there is a bolt or something hitting the torque converter or flex plate and preventing it from turning.
Let me know.
Joe
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Thursday, August 11th, 2022 AT 1:55 PM