I always reuse the spring clamps and see them as extremely advantageous over screw clamps for most applications. I use the proper clamps in the proper places and would suggest doing the same and see nothing wrong with it. 

-craig

> On Sep 22, 2014, at 4:18 PM, Neil N <musomuso@GMAIL.COM> wrote:
> 
> Hi all.
> 
> I'm ready to install these (image): http://tinyurl.com/pchha54 into my
> '88 Westy.
> 
> Searching the archives, there seems to be 2 different camps on
> re-using the OEM coolant hose spring clamps:
> 
> - re using them is ok
> - don't re use. Install new German type screw clamps.
> 
> Getting the German type clamps means ordering them online; I'd rather
> not wait. However. I do see the advantages to using them.
> 
> Assuming proper parts prep, will re-using the OEM spring clamps ensure
> a leak free union?
> 
> Thanks!
> 
> Neil.
> 
> 
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> Neil n
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