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• Oetiker clamps
  Historical mailing list - Rob Tippey
  Tue, 8 Aug 2006 19:15:17 -0700
  Does anyone know where to get the OE crimp type hose clamps? I'm putting new boots on my intake and would prefer to...
• Re: Leaky Rear Heater - anyone?
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Sat, 4 Aug 2001 14:02:37 -0500
  James, Clamp the hoses, relace the valve. Then clamp the hoses at the T's and replace the feeder hoses to the rear heater...
• Re: hose clamp reuse?
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Thu, 6 Apr 2006 09:57:06 -0700
  ...Agreed here as well! If you have more than a couple clamps to mess with, get one of these cable operated spring clamp pliers...
• Re: Fuel lines (injector hoses) clamp
  Historical mailing list - Bob Donalds
  Tue, 22 Apr 2008 21:11:15 -0400
  check out the belmetric web catalog he sells wholesale only but great pictures I use CHP Oetiker crimp clamps on my rebuilt injectors they...
• Re: Factory Hose Clamps
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 8 Jun 2012 17:26:33 -0700
  Those are called Spring Hose Clamp Pliers.. get them at your FLAPS. Napa Auto parts carries them. the come straight, or angled, and a...
• Re: Coolant Hoses, Complete Set -- Remove and Replace
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Thu, 11 Jun 2020 11:24:58 -0700
  ...Coolant Hoses, Complete Set -- Remove and Replace > > >> > https://www.prospectfastener.com/Clamps/hose-clamps/constant-tension-band-clamp > > >>Here in the states this is...
• Re: Hose clamps..
  Historical mailing list - Janne Ruohom�ki
  Thu, 22 Apr 2010 10:08:57 +0300
  ...first, is the screw also > SS? �Second, is the clamp housing folded/crimped onto the band, or > spot welded? �Spot welding destroys the rust...
• Re: Sealant necessary for coolant hoses?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 24 Feb 2011 12:53:15 -0800
  cool, send me a link showing a true spring clamp pliers please. I'll check with my FLAPS next time .. or a snap-on...
• Re: [Syncro] Cylinder sleeves
  Historical mailing list - Forhan, Thomas
  Sat, 21 Sep 2002 13:34:37 -0400
  ...Put some oil on the clamp,piston and ring, and then tighten up the clamp and use it like a (narrow) ring compressor. If...
• Re: Using American hose clamps on fuel injector hoses ok?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 12 Jan 2013 15:26:36 -0600
  ...I think German clamps are part of the German car culture, mostly, and American clamps likewise. I don't think anyone has ever reported...
• Re: worm type fuel line clamps
  Historical mailing list - Luke Bakken
  Tue, 23 Mar 2010 07:51:58 -0700
  ...replacing all of my fuel lines > > All advice that I've seen says to use clamps for fuel-injection hose, > and not the worm...
• Re: which pliers for GoWesty Fuel line clamps?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Fri, 19 Jun 2009 08:13:14 -0700
  ...That's a malleable steel clamp so it doesn't need a lot of squishing. On Fri, Jun 19, 2009 at 7:34 AM...
• Re: 20 hours later and a new water pump and a few other things...
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Sun, 19 Sep 2004 20:26:29 -0700
  ...I changed the clamps on the oil cooler, thermostat to metal pipe hose and the water pump pipe to right block inlet clamps. I...
• Re: Bus Depot Awning clamp
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sun, 17 Jul 2011 20:00:22 -0500
  ---- Lee Peterson <iridewheelies@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > I also used spring clamps with no issues, even in strong wind. > > Like this: http://ravenspear.com/images...
• Re: Bus Depot Awning clamp
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 17 Jul 2011 16:43:43 -0400
  At 04:05 PM 7/17/2011, Dave Mcneely wrote: >for my jury rigged (but good) home design awning, I use carpenter's >clamps...
• Re: Front Heater Control Valve Replacement Tricks?
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Wed, 24 May 2000 18:48:32 EDT
  In a message dated 5/24/00 5:46:43 PM, stuart@COBALTGROUP.COM writes: << Throw away the spring clamps when you replace the...
• Re: which pliers for GoWesty Fuel line clamps?
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:20:34 -0400
  ...Be sure the clamps are where you want them, once you crimp them they are not re-usable and have to be cut off...
• Re: Hose clamps..
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Thu, 22 Apr 2010 02:19:39 -0500
  ...The real issue is not "is the clamp spot welded", but what series stainless steel is it made from? Good stainless steel clamps should...
• Re: FUEL hose clamp
  Historical mailing list - TC
  Tue, 28 Feb 2006 17:01:34 -0800
  >I understand that the fuel hose clamp has a little flair on the sides, >to not damage the line by digging in deep when...
• Re: Current coolant hose repairs
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 8 Nov 2022 21:02:17 -0800
  ...Use hose clamping pliers or vice grips to clamp shut the two hoses to limit coolant loss in the engine. Get both hoses unglued...
• Re: Cylinder sleeves, new problem
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Sun, 22 Sep 2002 10:56:30 EDT
  ...They may have 9/16" wide hose clamps, but for 5/8" or wider hose clamps, you will have to go to an industrial...
• Fuel Lines/Hose Clamps
  Historical mailing list - Tom Naylor
  Wed, 24 Jan 2001 10:22:02 -0800
  ...I've been using Ideal clamps from Pep-Boys, American made, but they sure bite into the hose. How tight should the clamps be...
• Re: How to fix arm rest?
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Tue, 21 Aug 2018 20:22:15 -0700
  ...I use these quick clamps to compress the foam... https://www.irwin.com/tools/browse/clamps/one-handed-bar-clamps
• Re: Factory Hose Clamps
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 9 Jun 2012 10:00:35 -0400
  The pinch type hose clamps are also a compensating type clamp when pinched with the proper tool. That pinch can flex. It is used...
• Re: Help: radiator leak - tonight
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Wed, 13 May 2009 00:02:08 -0700
  ...with needle nose vice grips) before crack > to minimize coolant loss, cut hose at "good" portion before > break/failed valve, slip hose clamp over...
• Re: hose clamp reuse?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Thu, 6 Apr 2006 12:22:45 -0400
  ...I want to use spring clamps rather than worm > style clamps on the hoses. Can I reuse the clamps that are on the vehicle...
• Re: SPECIAL TOOLS
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Sat, 5 Jun 2021 21:42:49 -0600
  Actually maybe Pinch Clamps might be a better Name/Description ~ > On 5 Jun , 2021, at 9:18 PM, John Rodgers <jrodgers113@gmail.com> wrote...
• EV Fuel Line Leak Warning......
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 7 Dec 1997 18:34:53 -0500
  ...Replace the clamps with new screw type clamps doing the hoses on the brass fittings first...then put the last hose and clamp on...
• Re: Oetiker clamps
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 8 Aug 2006 22:28:44 -0400
  ...Oetiker clamps Does anyone know where to get the OE crimp type hose clamps? I'm putting new boots on my intake and would...
• Re: hose clamp pliers; was: Re [VANAGON] HELP 85gl 1.9l h-pipe leak
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 19 Jan 2006 14:02:37 -0600
  Doesn't Snap-on put out a spring clamp tool?? John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Al and Sue Brase wrote: > I'm convinced of...
• Re: Factory Hose Clamps
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sat, 9 Jun 2012 16:38:21 -0500
  I have found that the type of clamp on my heater hoses are in fact the Rotorclip brand of CTB hose clamp. These are...
• Re: worm type fuel line clamps
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Mon, 22 Mar 2010 20:36:52 -0400
  ...worm type fuel line clamps Hi RE: replacing all of my fuel lines All advice that I've seen says to use clamps for...
• FW: CV Boots and crimp clamps
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Mon, 21 Aug 2000 09:32:32 -0400
  ...CV Boots and crimp clamps Hi- So I ordered and recieved a set of 4 CV Boot Kits to replace the boots on the...
• Re: new years resolution - continue to own a non-burnt van
  Historical mailing list - Benny boy
  Thu, 16 Dec 2004 00:50:36 -0500
  Here is what a FI clamp look like: http://www.benplace.com/fi_hoses/100_0023.jpg Even then, this is not the best...
• Re: Sealant necessary for coolant hoses?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 23 Feb 2011 20:45:24 -0800
  the wire-type spring clamp has the big advantage, if installed correctly, of eliminating a dead space adjacent to the bead of the pipe...
• Re: Fuel Hose Clamps
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Tue, 28 Aug 2012 09:11:45 -0500
  ...Be sure to use the same kind of clamps, or at least screw clamps that have rolled edges so as not to cut into...
• Re: tarp clamps
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Fri, 15 Oct 1999 15:31:05 -0400
  ...Use C clamps at the rear, and between the passenger door and the sliding door. (you have to make a small incision to pass...
• Re: re-use WBX Coolant Hose Spring Clamps?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 22 Sep 2014 13:35:59 -0700
  ...For use in tight spots, does a spring clamp provide the advantage of easier access for removal-install? (assuming proper tool used). On 9...
• Rad R&R -- tools?
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sat, 5 May 2012 17:48:02 -0700
  David Beierl wrote to me and strongly suggested that I get the right tool to wrangle the hose clamps. Alastair's how-to at...
• Re: new years resolution - continue to own a non-burnt van
  Historical mailing list - phil cain
  Wed, 15 Dec 2004 19:44:49 -0800
  The quality of fuel line most of the time is good(I change mine every four years needed or not)the clamps sometimes are...
• worm type fuel line clamps
  Historical mailing list - Raymond Paquette
  Mon, 22 Mar 2010 20:14:50 -0400
  ...But, I just got my kit-o-parts and it has worm type clamps. Anybody think I should or shouldn't use the clamps...
• Re: Factory Hose Clamps
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sat, 9 Jun 2012 10:38:08 -0500
  ...John On 6/9/2012 9:00 AM, Dennis Haynes wrote: > The pinch type hose clamps are also a compensating type clamp when pinched...
• Re: Fuel Hose Clamps
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Tue, 28 Aug 2012 19:49:10 -0400
  ...Be sure to use the same kind of clamps, or at least screw clamps that have rolled edges so as not to cut into...
• Re: What kind of hose clamps do you use?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 18 Dec 2002 02:18:42 -0600
  Petty as it may seem I'd shop the wrecking yards for Good OEM clamps as much as practical. I've found this particularly...
• Re: Some kind of shelf?
  Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
  Thu, 31 May 2007 16:51:47 -0700
  Mike I have a few of those clamps and it seems that the edges and knobs are rounded enough not to be a problem...
• Re: Factory Hose Clamps
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 9 Jun 2012 14:15:22 -0700
  ...the screw band clamps used at the fuel injectors on a waterboxer. still thinking ... On 6/9/2012 5:45 AM, mark drillock wrote...
• Re: About Oetiker Clamps
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Thu, 24 Aug 2023 23:02:02 +0000
  ...Regarding "springy" hose clamps on water hoses, these things ARE superior over slotted worm-drive clamps in that they are self-adjusting as rubber...
• Re: SPECIAL TOOLS
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Sat, 5 Jun 2021 21:41:14 -0600
  Crimp Clamps are used on the OEM Fuel Hose Connects as well as other places,, Which connections are You needing to deal with ~ > On...
• Re: Fuel Lines/Hose Clamps
  Historical mailing list - Alan Bosch
  Wed, 24 Jan 2001 13:41:52 -0600
  ...Fuel Lines/Hose Clamps Or if you ask your helper to hand you a clamp, is that one clamp-handing? This could get worse...
• Fuel Line Vent Hose Clamps
  Historical mailing list - TC
  Sun, 28 Aug 2005 09:36:09 -0700
  ...But I see on the vent lines this 1 use hose clamps I would prefert to use some type of regular screw typse hose...
• Re: CV Joint Boots To Clamp or Not To Clamp
  Historical mailing list - Jason Brand
  Fri, 4 Jul 2008 15:42:33 -0400
  ...To clamp/zip tie the small end of > the boot or not to. The article say yes but I've seen a few posts...
• Hose clamp pliers was: Sealant necessary for coolant hoses?
  Historical mailing list - Gary Bawden
  Fri, 25 Feb 2011 05:16:15 -0800
  ...a spring clamp >> pliers designed specifically for band-type clamps, they will never >> jump out of the tool. Using *anything* else, including spring clamp...
• Re: fuel lines; the injector side
  Historical mailing list - Joshua Van Tol
  Sun, 13 Jun 1999 16:51:29 -0500
  ...broken hose due to overtightening of the clamp, broken clamp, possibly due to overtightening, clamp coming loose due to vibration. I have never in...
• Re: Hose clamps
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sun, 29 May 2011 22:11:44 -0500
  Cut off the butt end of the right size drill bit then clamp with the right size Oetiker clamps. The right size drill bit...
• fuel line clamps
  Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
  Sat, 26 Sep 1998 17:21:37 -0500
  Since we're talking about engine fires and thus the need to replace fuel lines, are the clamps on the fuel lines a dealer...
• Re: those of you who have installed a fuel line replacement kit
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Fri, 28 Oct 2005 11:13:29 EDT
  In a message dated 10/28/05 10:41:20 AM, al_knoll@PACBELL.NET writes: << Spring clamps a much better solution apply a...
• Re: SPECIAL TOOLS
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 5 Jun 2021 22:44:46 -0500
  Both! On Sat, Jun 5, 2021 at 10:42 PM OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@comcast.net> wrote: > Actually maybe Pinch Clamps might be a better Name...
• Re: worm type fuel line clamps
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 24 Mar 2010 13:53:14 -0700
  ...Before then they used screw clamps on coolant hoses etc. these clamps have a 6 mm hex head ( using a screw driver to tighten...
• Re: hose clamp pliers; was: Re [VANAGON] HELP 85gl 1.9l h-pipe leak
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Thu, 19 Jan 2006 17:22:06 -0800
  ...hose clamp pliers; was: Re [VANAGON] HELP 85gl 1.9l h-pipe leak Doesn't Snap-on put out a spring clamp tool?? John...
• Re: 88 thermostat leak
  Historical mailing list - Mike Pedersen
  Fri, 21 Nov 2003 19:38:20 -0800
  Thanks Chris, Actually, the VW clamp had eaten into the hose, so I replaced it. Areas of the epoxy coating had come off and...