Yes, there is a special plier, called radiator clamp plier, has special jaws
( replaceable)
that rotate so you can get at the clamp from different angles. One jaw has a
hole, the other a slot, so they don't slip off (hopefully). Saw them at
Checker  Auto for $15.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Hans Brouwer" <h.brouwer@SYMPATICO.CA>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2001 5:49 AM
Subject: Re: Jed Clampet/<aka Radiator Clamps>

> Hi,
>
> What kind of tool do people use to remove them? A regular pair of pliers
always
> slip.
>
> I like the spring clamps better since they provide a continuous pressure
when the
> hose shrinks and expands.
>
Larry A.