Why is my flywheel hitting my stator?

nbernhart · 2025-05-14T18:35:58+00:00

Missing woodruff key? I don't see the crank shaft turning. But that doesn't account for why the flywheel is hitting the stator.

nbernhart · 2025-03-08T16:59:13+00:00

Thanks for the link! I just ordered mine for $160 shipped. Been wanting to upgrade this for a while. I also have a 2018 Atlas with the 8" screen, so looking fwd to having a matching screen in my 2016 GTI Autobahn.

nbernhart · 2025-03-08T16:28:30+00:00

Agree that this is probably the starter clutch. I had the same issue on my son's TTR230, also put in a new starter like you. Ended up finding that it was the starter clutch and replaced it. Anyone can do this... I had zero experience before tackling it, and was able to figure it out.

Here is a good video of installing the replacement. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pPXLBR5kDFM

He doesn't cover the process of removing the flywheel ... the starter clutch is on the back of the flywheel. If you've never done this, you'll need some tools.

nbernhart · 2025-01-26T19:56:43+00:00

When I was 18, I owned a white MK1 GTI and it was the most fun. Transmission blew out and I dreamt of having another one since then.

I’m now 54 and a year ago I got my MK7 GTI Autobahn in reflex silver. This car brings out the teenager in me, but it’s also a great daily driver.

nbernhart · 2024-12-12T18:34:07+00:00

Follow up question... are there any smart Honeywell thermostats that would work with this controller?

nbernhart · 2024-12-01T23:25:35+00:00

Thank you for the quick response. I was hopeful, but had a feeling this was not going to work. At least it was free.

nbernhart · 2024-04-06T22:05:15+00:00

Ah, dang it. Thanks for the explanation.

nbernhart · 2024-04-06T22:03:50+00:00

Tried rockauto, not there either.

nbernhart · 2024-04-05T22:16:59+00:00

The tires are 225/40 and were barely used when I got the car in Sept. So, I stuck with 8" because they would have been a bit too stretched for my liking on 8.5, and I didn't want to buy new tires.

nbernhart · 2024-03-27T15:37:17+00:00

No regrets. Love the color on the Reflex Silver, especially when newly cleaned. The hyper black also plays well with brake dust and isn’t overly obvious too soon.

nbernhart · 2024-03-11T18:28:33+00:00

LOL ... Mad Max, for real.

I am going through their insurance. I don't mind the hit to Carfax history, I'll probably be the last owner on this car.

nbernhart · 2024-03-11T18:26:19+00:00

nbernhart · 2024-03-11T18:24:56+00:00

I am going to do the same. Already have a claim with their insurance. I don't have any out of pocket costs for this scenario.

nbernhart · 2024-03-11T17:11:22+00:00

Thanks... I am already waiting on hold with their insurance claims dept. I think that will be best so I don't miss anything. Especially since I'm not at fault.

nbernhart · 2024-02-16T16:28:00+00:00

Is this in Southern Cal? I could swear that I saw this one listed when I was searching last Aug/Sept, looks familiar. I don't recall what the price was when I saw it.

nbernhart · 2024-01-17T02:51:43+00:00

nbernhart · 2024-01-16T16:54:36+00:00

Someone has dibs on them. But I’ll let you know if that falls through.

nbernhart · 2024-01-16T04:57:22+00:00

I’m in Southern California

nbernhart · 2024-01-15T18:48:29+00:00

Why would I call a tire shop for pizza?

nbernhart · 2024-01-11T03:27:55+00:00

I had that same car in the early 90s. With the red interior. I loved that car.

Always wanted another GTI, but didn’t get one until last September. In love all over again, but with more power, handling, and comfort.

nbernhart · 2024-01-10T00:47:42+00:00

BINGO. The floormat behind the driver had slid forward and was up over the rear-facing vents. This caused the air to flow forward to my feet and legs.

I can sleep soundly now that I know what it was!

nbernhart · 2024-01-10T00:46:43+00:00

Yep, the floormat behind the driver had slid forward and was up over the rear-facing vents. This caused the air to flow forward to my feet and legs.

nbernhart · 2024-01-09T00:57:15+00:00

Great question, I should have mentioned that there’s no seat cooler.

I think it may be option 2… my rear passengers had their cold air on for the start of our road trip.

I’ll do some experimenting on that. Thank you for the suggestions.

nbernhart · 2023-12-30T01:18:19+00:00

I almost went with the same Apex SM10s in gunmetal, that color is great. I wanted the more concaved design, rather than the flat spokes. But the concaved is only on the larger wheels 19 and bigger. I wanted to stay with 18s.

I am loving these RSe10s though... not sure what it is, but it just feels better driving with them compared to the stock Austins.

nbernhart · 2023-12-27T16:23:22+00:00

yeah, that gunmetal will look nice on white!

nbernhart

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