In a message dated 98-08-05 17:13:08 EDT, Chris Wyatt wrote: > Are screw-type hose clamps sufficient, or should I install something more > fancy like the originals? I threw away all the dumb spring clamp originals and installed good quality, american made, stainless steel hose clamps when I replaced my engine. Much prefer these screw type to the originals. Automakers use the spring type ones only because they're quicker to install on the assembly line and don't require anyone to decide how tight is tight enough. Regards, Jim Davis |
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