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Q & A: wheel cylinder circlips

Monday January 02nd, 2006
Q & A, MGA, MGB, MGC, MG T-Type, Midget

I have a 1969 MGB, I've removed my old wheel cylinders and am trying to install the new ones but am having no luck installing the new circlips. I've pounded flat the old ones and have them installed but I'm not sure I trust them. Is there a trick or tool I need to install this type of circlip? Thanks in advance for your assistance.
Tim!

First, you have to hold the cylinder tightly against the backing plate. There is no better tool for this than another person levering it back with a large screwdriver.

Second, fit one end and the middle of t... read more