

| Subject: | Re: hose clamp pliers; was: Re [VANAGON] HELP 85gl 1.9l h-pipe leak |
| From: | Harold Teer |
| Date: | Thu, 19 Jan 2006 15:22:35 -0500 |
KD has an assortment of them here: "http://www.mytoolstore.com/kd/kdspec17.html#429" Harold Teer 1991 Westy On 1/19/06, John Rodgers <inua@charter.net> wrote: > > Doesn't Snap-on put out a spring clamp tool?? > > John Rodgers > 88 GL Driver > > Al and Sue Brase wrote: > > > I'm convinced of the superiority of the spring clamps. I personally use > > a Knipex Cobra or Alligator pliers to install/ remove them. It works, > > but it's not the RIGHT tool. (It often slips off and results in much > > frustration/ cursing. on my part!) Please give us your opinions as to > > your favorite tools for the task > > Al Brase > > > > Dennis Haynes wrote: > > > >> The screw clamps are actually outdated. You really want the spring > >> clamps. Get the tool. Screw clamps do not expand/contract with > >> temperature. They have to be over tightened to really work and hose > life > >> is shortened. I also use permatex aviation gasket sealant on the hose > >> connections. Makes a good seal and prevents corrosion on the engine > >> parts where the hoses attach. > >> > >> > >> > > > > > -- Harold & Faye Teer 1991 Westy Harrisonburg, VA
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