Yes, I bought one, $125 CAD and it is worth every penny!  WAAAY better than
pliers or vice grips and they lock in the "clamp open" position and the
actual jaws that actuate the clamp are on the end of a long cable so you can
get at any clamp.

David Marshall

Fast Forward Automotive Inc.
4356 Quesnel-Hixon Road
Quesnel BC Canada V2J 6Z3

Internet          http://www.fastforward.ca
Email     sales@fastforward.ca

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-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
John Rodgers
Sent: January 19, 2006 12:03
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Re: hose clamp pliers; was: Re [VANAGON] HELP 85gl 1.9l h-pipe leak

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 The screw clamps are actually outdated.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.
>>
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