Very good troubleshooting methods. I'll check all of that in the morning. But it sounds like there is a pending problem with probably the starter solenoid, or brushes. And I need to address it soon, right?

Is it possible that - like you said earlier - something just froze up in the starter, temporarily, and the BFH method somewhat restored things?

I plan on driving the car tomorrow - and take my BFH in case I need to SHWACK it again. Thanks Arthur - very much for you time. Have a good night. Best regards, 71Rcode