How did you measure the drop? My first guess would be sulphated battery
not able to provide enough current. I might also try heavy gauge wires
direct from a known good (or even oversized) battery to motor, both +
and - .  If still no turn, then it's the motor. If it works that way, go
huntin' some more.
-Skip

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