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Frank Stacey wrote:
In order to remove the springs I "simply" have to remove a circlip but
it consists of an o-ring of metal with a small segment removed. How
can I force this circlip open with little or nothing to get a purchase
on?

You can get specialist circlip pliers which work in the reverse way to
pliers - ie the jaws open as you squeeze the handles. They're really
designed for the type of circlip with eyes, but can sometimes help with
this type too. Otherwise try pushing radially on both ends at once so you
can get a thin screwdriver into the gap which should open up at the back.

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Dave Plowman London SW
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