Just replaced flexplate & starter, now when I start my car there is a VERY loud grinding noise. PLEASE HELP!!!

2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING
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CHRYS79
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Sounds like when something is turning its rubbing on something else. Metal against metal.
Dec 4, 2011 at 4:36 PM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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The starter needs to be shimmed.
Dec 4, 2011 at 4:40 PM
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CHRYS79
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Dec 4, 2011 at 6:14 PM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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My pleasure. Starter shims can be purchased at most parts stores.
Dec 4, 2011 at 6:24 PM
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