So it happened again today, figured since I got the spare time I would replace the starter solenoid. Went to my local automotive store to pick up a replacement part.
When I started swapping out the old part I noticed that the new one is different. The orientation of the copper terminals are now vertical as opposed to the old one that is vertical due to the position of the mounting brackets. There is also two of silver metal terminals on the new unit where as my old one only had 1 silver terminal. Photo attached is the new unit.
I installed it, van wouldn't turn over. Unplugged the battery, switched to the other silver terminal, still no joy.
Now according to my volt meter it looks like my battery is dead, might have left something on since I haven't driven the van in a few weeks (I replaced the battery in Dec) so it's on a trickle charge right now.
I will install the battery tomorrow and try again. Am I doing something wrong?
At least no one can steal my van right now.