2000 2.2 s10 what about the coil?

[GearDown_LuckyCat]

Hi, I've read a number of post about ignition probs. The answers have been wiring, solenoid or starter. Is there some reason no mentions replacing the coil? The parts warehouse for my 2000 shows no entry for solenoid, and two types of ignition coils. I'll admit to not yet buying a repair manual for my used (60,000mi.) truck. I'm only guessing at this point that the part i'm unbolting is a starter. That's because if it's not simple I won't spend days trying to figure out how to do the job without the right equipment. But I know the coils 1/3 the cost of the starter. Thanks and happy drivin.

[nomaboy]

if you turn the key and the starter is spinning the engine without any resistance then the starter is good. the only thing the starter is soposed to do is turn the engine over.