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Old 10-14-2020, 07:43 AM   #7
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Re: Heater Hose Clamps

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Originally Posted by geezer#99 View Post
They work great!
Easy to mod some pliers to use to remove/replace them.
Thanks. I have the special tool for these. Didnt want to mess up my pliers.

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Originally Posted by lutronjim View Post
A mechanic friend explained to me that they became into being for better seals. The various metals hoses connect to expand and contract as the temperature changes. These type hose clamps maintain pressure as the diameter changes.
I never knew that.
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