75 914 1.8 L Jet won't crank after accidental 1st gear start, Ideas, Sugestions, Troubleshooting tips etc. appreciated Options

[914rrr]

Went to start my 75 1.8 L Jet this AM. I accidently left it in 1st gear to start it and it lurched forward a bit. I tried to restart it and ..... nothing cranking-wise.

Turning the key, all the electrical functions are operational. Turning the key further and no crank or even a hint or cranking.

Battery is brand new and reads 12.7 Vdc, cleaned the battery terminals, checked for blown fuses, still no crank.

Any ideas, suggestions, troubleshooting tips, etc. would be appreciated.

[wonkipop]

Went to start my 75 1.8 L Jet this AM. I accidently left it in 1st gear to start it and it lurched forward a bit. I tried to restart it and ..... nothing cranking-wise.

Turning the key, all the electrical functions are operational. Turning the key further and no crank or even a hint or cranking.

Battery is brand new and reads 12.7 Vdc, cleaned the battery terminals, checked for blown fuses, still no crank.

Any ideas, suggestions, troubleshooting tips, etc. would be appreciated.

you might have jammed the starter motor.
try rocking the car back and forwards in gear.

if that doesn't work get somebody to crank it while you are underneath with a hammer.
lie on your back and come in from the back. tap the body of the starter motor itself, while key is turned to crank. not too hard with the taps. stay well clear of solonoid and wiring.

make sure its out of gear while you do that. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

if that does not work you might have done some damage to the s m of a more serious nature and deeper investigation will be required.