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Title: CD-ROM2 Splt washer (or e-ring?) replacement
Post by: andrew23 on August 30, 2017, 05:06:38 AM

Howdy,

Long time no post! Recently, I got myself a briefcase PC engine, and the CD unit was not working (that damned gear!) Anyways, I got a new gear, but as I try to put the split washer back on, it broke!! I've tried searching locally to no avail, and my searches online have turned fruitless.

I'd like to know if anyone knows or have found a replacement to that ring.

Thanks,
Andrew23

Title: Re: CD-ROM2 Splt washer (or e-ring?) replacement
Post by: gojira1954 on August 30, 2017, 08:45:44 AM

I've got one, just cover the postage - give me a PM

Title: Re: CD-ROM2 Splt washer (or e-ring?) replacement
Post by: MobiusStripTech on August 31, 2017, 08:47:18 AM

Console5.com sells replacement e-clips. Note these are e-clips not split washers so they are a bit tougher to install. They are super small as you would expect and very cheap. I have used them and can say they work great for me.

Title: Re: CD-ROM2 Splt washer (or e-ring?) replacement
Post by: andrew23 on August 31, 2017, 03:05:43 PM

Thank you both for the help!

Title: Re: CD-ROM2 Splt washer (or e-ring?) replacement
Post by: Keith Courage on August 31, 2017, 06:29:06 PM

I have never tried this myself but TheSteve has said that he uses left over capacitor leads for gear clips if needed.

Title: Re: CD-ROM2 Splt washer (or e-ring?) replacement
Post by: MobiusStripTech on September 01, 2017, 02:03:46 AM

My TG16 CD drive had one of those on it when I bought it. It sort of worked. It was staying in place, but wasn't real tight so if the drive moved around too much, I could see it coming off.