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MG TD TF 1500 - ultra meadiocher, split ring question

Hey all, I just drained the TD gearbox and discovered, ( I've had my friend for 15 years), that there is a split ring on the drain plug. Can some one explain it to me? It would seem that the crush-able, copper washer would be enough? Thanks, Tom
Thomas McNamara

Something a PO added in the past. A copper sealing washer should be fine, unless the split washer has scored the surface of the sealing bolt, the gearbox sump, or both.
Dave Braun

Is the split ring a thin and round in cross section? If so, those were originally fitted to center the copper washer. As the threads are so coarse and deep, with a deep " cut" between the threads and the flange, the copper washer can walk off to the side, leaving a very thin sealing surface. Factory parts list: Circlip- drain plug p/n X15868 George
George Butz

As George said, it's an OEM part. Bud

Bud Krueger

Oh... That split ring. I thought you meant a lock or split washer.
Dave Braun

As ever, thanks folks. It now makes perfect sense, once it is explained to me. Holy Cow, an original part still in place! Thanks, Tom
Thomas McNamara

This thread was discussed on 28/08/2014

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