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MG TD TF 1500 - copper or fabric washer?

Just replaced the oil pressure gauge braided hose on the TF (it rotted from new while car sitting in garage during restoration). Tightened up the lower banjo on the block as tight as I dare, but still a small dribble after running engine. New copper washers and honed the edges of the banjo. Ready to try a thick fabric washer. Good or bad idea?

thanks,
Tyler
C.T. Irwin

These worked for me.

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Tim
TD12524
TW Burchfield

Anneal the copper washers again and have another crack, be sure to bring them up to "cherry red".

Graeme
G Evans

Tyler,

Originally,and with good reason,the copper washers were 'crushable'.
They had a softer filler centre (possibly Asbestos in the early days) which sealed off very well. You can get the equivalent type from suppliers such as B@G UK I suspect.

Also,like all gaskets and their sealing effectiveness,the surfaces which are being attempted to seal may need a careful examination for accuracy i.e. for truth (flatness) and or any pitting etc.

Please let us know how you get on with this issue.

Cheers
Rob Grantham
TF3719("Aramis"),TF9177("Athos").
Rob Grantham

I installed Moss's last week, sealed plenty tight.
MAndrus

Took Graeme's advice and annealed them. They seem to be working okay now.
thanks!
Tyler
C.T. Irwin

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