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Here is some reading material.
TM 9-2920-243-34 dated 1975
TM 9-2920-248-35 dated 1968
Figure 4-15 of the -35 manual shows the solenoid breakdown and Section 4-25 talks about the solenoid.
Never taken one apart but it doesn't look too hard. On other starters in has been the round disk "D"...
The batteries can show good voltage but have a bad cell. You should have the batteries load tested at the local parts store or buy a load tester for yourself.
Harbor Freight has a 100amp tester for around ~$20. (500 amp is best - ~$50). It will give you a good indication of what your batteries...
Some of the starter solenoids can be be disassembled and the copper contacts inside cleaned.
You best bet is to remove the starter and take it to a big truck alternator/starter repair shop. They work on 24v stauff all the time.
You can find new starters for ~$500 and used takeouts for ~$300...
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