No stupid questions. Yes, there is an advantage to the spring-type clamp, also known as "constant-tension" (or something like that) clamps, in that they can expand and contract as needed. Screw type clamps can be too loose, leaking when the hose and associated fitting contract, or too tight, cutting into the hose when parts expand. I used water pump pliers for a long time, and then finally go some inexpensive hose-clamp pliers. One of those "why didn't I do this sooner?" situations. Even the cheap ones have a locking device to keep the clamp open, and the jaws rotate so you can get into tight spaces. Jerry ----- Original Message ----- From: "John Goubeaux" <john@UCSB.EDU> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Tuesday, February 12, 2008 9:34 PM Subject: Re: coolant hose replacement, now coolant distributor replacement
> 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 |
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