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Subject:Re: coolant hose replacement, now coolant distributor replacement
From:Jim Johnston
Date:Wed, 13 Feb 2008 08:56:29 -0500

The best 40 bucks you'll ever spend....

http://content.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00947390000P?vName=Automotive&cName=Tools+%26+Equipment&sName=Automotive+Specialty+Tools&filter=Brand%7CCraftsman%7CCraftsman+Professional%5EAutomotive+Specialty+Tool+Type%7CHose+clamp+plier

On Feb 12, 2008 11:34 PM, John Goubeaux <john@ucsb.edu> wrote:
> This is probably a stupid question but are there advantages to using the
> spring clamps as opposed to standard hose clamps on cooling hoses? I
> always seem to struggle with the spring clamps, but I'm sure if i had a
> proper pair the right type of pliers it would go a bit easier.
>
>
> -john
>
>
> Pascal Giasson wrote:
> > I bought all my spring clamps from Bus Depot.  The VW dealers also have
> > them if your in a hurry and don't mind paying extra.
> >
> > Pascal
> > '84Westy
> >
>

--
Jim
Wilmington, NC