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Subject:Re: Factory Hose Clamps
From:Mike S
Date:Sat, 9 Jun 2012 08:04:10 -0400

On 6/9/2012 1:11 AM, Scott Daniel - Turbovans wrote:

> curious why anyone would use a 'use-one-time-only' clamp when a good
> stainless steel clamp is nearly indefinitely reusable ..

Because they seal much better, are lighter, are cheaper, don't damage
hoses like common worm gear clamps, and for some purposes, like CV
boots, don't cause imbalance.