TCI RMVB #1217 instructions say to remove the lower sealing ring in 1-2 accumulater , along with discarding the spring . Question is what is the purpose of removing the sealing ring and should a blocker rod be used , no mention of putting in blocker rod .

here is a bump for ya.
perhaps John Kunkle or Transman will see this and get ya an answer.
those guys will know for sure.

Removing the lower ring effectively deactivates the accumulator function...same as a blocker rod. This done, the spring serves no purpose.

i knew John would know the answer.

Thank you for the good info.

I usually put a blocker in it and leave the rings on. Even if it isn't needed. No springs, Force of habit. Maybe that's the wrong thing to do, but everything works fine.