Starter Question

Does the B18 use the same starter irregardless of using a MT or AT?

I recently replaced the clutch and when everything was back together we had some starting issues. The first time I tried it, it cranked slowly, but then we had to tighten some connections. We did that and had a battery charger on a starting charge. The second time we tried it would click like the solenoid was engaging but no cranking action.

Could having loose connections burn out the starter?

I’m removing it again tomorrow and having it checked out, but any help would be appreciated.