[gjkrv8]

Andy and couple of "process of elimination" things come to mind for me:
(pls excuse if you have already done so)

- Try different battery - I've heard a battery may have "volts" but might not be able to handle the "current".
- bit out of left field - try roll starting? this will show if its the starter
- Does the starter "click" - indicating the solenoid is working?
- maybe the starter motor (excluding solenoid) is buggered.

Re-reading your message you mentioned it died a couple of times which doesn't necessarily point to the starter as the engine was running and then died which would mean the starter wasn't engaged. I am thinking battery again??

cheers

Gregg