Originally Posted by cliff

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Originally Posted by PontiacParatrooper

Are the starters physically damaged? The one time I had a battery melt down the bell housing cracked and shorted the battery.
I have seen a pure ground connection generate a lot of heat also. That would also wear the starter faster due to the amps increase. Check your black wires from the battery an be sure they're well secured and clean. Let us know what you find, electrical is always tough to pin point.