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MG TD TF 1500 - Fan spindle lubrication

The maintenance schedule calls for the fan spindle to be lubricated, the point on my '53 TD where this is shown is a blank. Any ideas?
TD29330

M Lees

It means it is a sealed for life bearing, no periodic greasing required. Probably a cheap aftermarket replacement pump, so "life" may not be as long as an original.
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Dave Hill

The original pumps had a grease fitting, requiring special WATERPUMP grease. Most replacements now (like yours) have sealed bearings, no need to, or way to grease them. The replacement castings still have a slug for a grease fitting, but are not tapped for one.
David.
D. Sander

Many thanks for information, very helpful
M Lees

I would suggest it might be a good idea to search for an old original pump that's had it and send to EP services to fit new modern ceramic seals. Then either keep it as a spare or fit when convenient.
Dave H
Dave Hill

DAVE,
EP services ????

SPW
Steve Wincze

http://www.ep-services.co.uk
Dave Hill

This thread was discussed between 25/02/2015 and 26/02/2015

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