The"O" rings are intended as a "dust/dirt" protector, keeping them out of
your gauges. "FT"
>> Originally, I believe a
>> rubber ring was squezed up between the chrome bezel and the
>> metal console.
>> What can I use for this rubber ring?
>> Moss sells a 'gauge mounting ring' (280-870) for $1.95
>> for TR4 gauges. Is
>> this ring also used on TR3s? Maybe is isn't needed?
>
> Certainly not a requirement, I ran without it for many years and never
> knew
> the difference. But it's kind of a nicety, helps keep the paint on the
> console from chipping.
>
> You can use the TR4 rings from Moss (TR3 gauges are same size and mount
> the
> same way) or TRF sells the same thing for $.95 (P/N SLP171).
>
> Or what I did was to buy ordinary O-rings in the appropriate sizes from
> MMC.
> They are square enough once they are installed <G>
>
> Randall
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