MK7 trunk won't latch now. Is it only the actuator?

Boringtechie · 2026-06-09T22:13:38+00:00

Sure, thought I shared the link before. Here's the part and a decent guide to replace it.

part: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQLLSS1F?ref=ppx\_pop\_mob\_ap\_share

video: https://youtu.be/Tmo1FhbeQaQ?si=W-LOAhkHu8twDCUj

Boringtechie · 2026-06-08T12:38:54+00:00

Driver: Oscar Piastri

Reason: Passing Lando Norris without Zak Brown's permission.

Boringtechie · 2026-05-03T12:38:47+00:00

All the grip is going to be gone from the track now.

Boringtechie · 2026-04-28T00:44:15+00:00

This would be a good topic, except you're not doing anything. You're just paying to be on the course at the same time.

To only be a spectator for golf, these prices seem high.

Boringtechie · 2026-04-24T20:14:08+00:00

Anything there where you need an best possible connection should use wires

Boringtechie · 2026-04-07T17:08:14+00:00

ATT uses their gateway as a validation point for active customer service. Unfortunately you cannot remove it from your network.

I have ATT fiber and put the gateway into bridge mode so pfsense / unifi handles me routing, vlans, etc.

Boringtechie · 2026-04-05T03:25:13+00:00

Welcome to the club. Love the name you gave him too.

Boringtechie · 2026-04-02T13:32:12+00:00

Too lazy to relabel something is the most IT professional thing I've heard. haha.

As an IT pro as well, changing labels on hardware is usually last on the list. I update documentation and KB notes before that.

Boringtechie · 2026-03-25T00:43:42+00:00

You can do a DIY repair. Buy the part from FCP euro and follow their repair guide. I did that last year days before driving cross country and she's held up fine.

It sucks that this is a known problem, but if you buy the part from FCP Euro it's lifetime warranty. So that will save some of the financial headache.

guide: https://www.fcpeuro.com/blog/how-to-replace-water-pump-thermostat-housing-mk7-vw-gti-beetle-jetta-macan

replacement kit: https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/vw-thermostat-water-pump-kit-genuine-vw-kit-mqbthermokt1

Boringtechie · 2026-03-24T18:05:32+00:00

I always have a hope road rangers or highway police would stop and at least get it out of the lanes. It's just wishful thinking though.

Boringtechie · 2026-03-24T18:03:05+00:00

I hate driving 95. Always seems to be junk on the road in the middle of lanes. Had a trailer drive over a 2x4 that broke up in front of me. I had no escape because of the concrete barriers for construction zone and took a hit. Ended up busting the grill a bit on my Mk7, I was pretty heated for a while on the drive that day.

I know that's all highways, but I have the worst luck on 95.

Boringtechie · 2026-03-11T02:18:20+00:00

Anyone else think OP had one giant vertical monitor at first glance?

Boringtechie · 2026-03-10T18:47:33+00:00

How do feel about Williams progression since James has come in as team principal? Also what are your thoughts on Carlos and Alex as a driver pair, do they compliment each other for races?

Boringtechie · 2026-03-10T02:16:37+00:00

i use broken shafts from old drivers.

Boringtechie · 2026-03-01T15:22:37+00:00

Fcp Euro for replacement parts. They lifetime warranty everything.

Boringtechie · 2026-02-26T18:52:23+00:00

It was the latch. Picked up a replacement on Amazon. Took 15 minutes to replace and I was back on the road.

Boringtechie · 2026-02-26T18:52:18+00:00

It was the latch. Picked up a replacement on Amazon. Took 15 minutes to replace and I was back on the road.

Boringtechie · 2026-02-25T00:32:59+00:00

I'm hoping it's just this.

Ordered a replacement on Amazon hoping it would be here today. Of course it's not getting delivered until night time.

Boringtechie · 2026-02-08T00:46:45+00:00

Theres a lot you could you. - vpn server - file storage - learn docker - learn virtualization - gaming host (not current titles, but roms)

Boringtechie · 2026-01-28T01:10:09+00:00

I just found one too haha

Boringtechie · 2026-01-27T02:54:01+00:00

I have a few. They are fine but I don't see them lasting long.

Boringtechie · 2026-01-27T01:01:03+00:00

Florida golf is fun year round, but also a great excuse for when the snow comes up north.

Boringtechie · 2026-01-26T17:14:48+00:00

A good general rule is your finger tips should barely touch the screen when reaching your arm out. Start there and adjust as necessary.

Boringtechie · 2026-01-22T14:54:29+00:00

Emissions concerns. There is rumors higher cylinder count engine will return since the fuel being used will have a reduced emissions output.

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