That coolant hose flange is similar to what is seen in the Jetta, though it
seems harder to get to. VW engineers have evidently not yet solved the
problem of using plastic flanges against variably hot steel/aluminum parts.
I know steel flanges weren’t perfect, but you almost never have to replace
a steel flange….
Great video series, thanks for going through the effort to post these. I
especially like the fact you leave in the mistakes, like that broken
plastic part. Not only does it speak to honesty, but also what to do next
is often where we amateurs need guidance.
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That coolant hose flange is similar to what is seen in the Jetta, though it
seems harder to get to. VW engineers have evidently not yet solved the
problem of using plastic flanges against variably hot steel/aluminum parts.
I know steel flanges weren’t perfect, but you almost never have to replace
a steel flange….
Great video series, thanks for going through the effort to post these. I
especially like the fact you leave in the mistakes, like that broken
plastic part. Not only does it speak to honesty, but also what to do next
is often where we amateurs need guidance.
you are brave man, to tackle this job on a cramped german engine bay.
Waiting to see the other parts!!