I think this is what shapeways sent me back when they fixed it. change filename extension to fixed.stl and check it out yourself with shapeways. but should be good.
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Clutchless ignition update: solved (maybe)
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This looks right when I import it, thanks. I'm going to update post #1 to include it and probably also a more concise list of everything used.
For the record.
Mine works ALMOST every single time.
If the car sits for an extended period, I do just have to press the back of the piston to "release" it. After that it works flawlessly for days until it sits again.
I didn't use non metallic screws to mount it (I tapped the bracket and used some bolts that I had laying around), and my piston might be retracting a tad bit further than it "should" based on the way I epoxied the magnets to the end. Either way though, it's a small price to pay.
Mine works ALMOST every single time.
If the car sits for an extended period, I do just have to press the back of the piston to "release" it. After that it works flawlessly for days until it sits again.
I didn't use non metallic screws to mount it (I tapped the bracket and used some bolts that I had laying around), and my piston might be retracting a tad bit further than it "should" based on the way I epoxied the magnets to the end. Either way though, it's a small price to pay.
try getting in there with a very fine paintbrush with some grease on the end. Push the plunger out and then give it a thin coat of the grease, with a little extra dab at the very end by the magnet. Should prevent sticking.
Also, post #1 updated with new mount links and other parts.
El_bigote_AJ
Autocross Champion
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Thanks for the update, gonna start this one now before I get the new clutch install at the end of the month
Looks good. Many thanks.
Edit: I ordered 2. Will experiment with tapping the holes. I figure I will bork that once.
My rib cage is already hurting thinking about the install.
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Tapping if worked fine for me. It was just somewhat brittle so it took a LOT to get it started and I'm sure it would strip relatively easily. Fortunately it doesn't require a lot of torque (and I could always switch to using nuts on the back of it did)
I do think you could get away with a print in plastic or something that could be done with a better than average consumer level printer.
I did steel just in case my measurements were off and it needed bending / modifying to make it work. Steel was cheap enough but it was a 3 week turnaround. Turned out, I got it right on the first try.
If you have quick access to a decent printer it's worth a try, I think.
I did steel just in case my measurements were off and it needed bending / modifying to make it work. Steel was cheap enough but it was a 3 week turnaround. Turned out, I got it right on the first try.
If you have quick access to a decent printer it's worth a try, I think.
El_bigote_AJ
Autocross Champion
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- Las Vegas
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- 2019 GTI bunny
I got everything ordered up except the magnets as the link don’t work anymore...
what kind of avatar magnets are needed?
what kind of avatar magnets are needed?
This one should work
https://www.amazon.com/DIYMAG-Refrigerator-Magnets-Industrial-Whiteboard/dp/B07MV2MKD5
I believe I used either the 6mm or the 8mm. I pressed them into the cap of one of my kids (small) magic markers, and then cut the cap to length. Then epoxied them to the shaft.
https://www.amazon.com/DIYMAG-Refrigerator-Magnets-Industrial-Whiteboard/dp/B07MV2MKD5
I believe I used either the 6mm or the 8mm. I pressed them into the cap of one of my kids (small) magic markers, and then cut the cap to length. Then epoxied them to the shaft.
First post updated with new link.
Also, my final set up used 2 of the 6mm. It worked better one way of the two possible polarity orientations. I'm not sure I remember which.
You did the thing with the marker cap? Also, did you fab your own mount? I thought someone was trying that.
Also, pics! Do eeet.
I had the end piece pop-off, and i put everything back together and now can't rid of the "operated" first clutch message. But it does go away when i insert a screwdriver in the space between magnet that is retracted and the sensor. in essence it is either collapsing or diverting the magnetic field i think. very weird. 2nd message works fine during retracted phase and extended phase..will work on it more tomorrow, but was fine for a long while (month or so i forgot)..