I have a 1984 Renault Encore that had the starter replaced. After the starter was put in grinding noise has shown up when the key is initially turned. The grinding lasts a second or so and then the car starts and runs fine with no unusual noises
Several starters were put in to try to eliminate the noise but it hasn't helped. The garage speculates that it may be the flywheel but will not gaurentee it. They say it's a 6 - 7 hour job to get to the flywheel. I hate to put that much money into this old car(although if there was some assurance this would correct the problem I would consider it), but aside from the momentary noise the car runs fine.
Will there be some warning before the car completely dies? If the car has started and the noise no longer existst am I still causing damage?
Any input or thoughts would be appreciated.
Thanks, Jack