to provisions, there is no too big or too small, request error is 2.00 mm. Too big will increase the end face specific pressure, and the other end surface wear. Too small cause low pressure than not sealing effect.
3, Ring beard after installation to ensure the flexible shaft on mobile, will press ring to the spring should be able to bounce back automatically.
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