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richard in nc
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JUL 17, 08:06 PM
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im changing my radiator if i can ever get the lower trans cooler line loose.i bought new hoses though the old hoses looked good.this car came with wire[factory?type clamps.should i try to find replacements or just go stainless slamps.
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theogre
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JUL 17, 10:38 PM
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If the OE clamp are ok then reuse them. But don't over torque them and cut the rubber.
Likely the bolts need cleaning and some silicone as lube and rust prevent where you are. Silicone won't ""eat" rubber if get on hoses.
many SS worm clamps even sold by auto parts places are poorly made.------------------
Dr. Ian Malcolm: Yeah, but your scientists were so preoccupied with whether or not they could, they didn't stop to think if they should.
(Jurassic Park)
The Ogre's Fiero Cave
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RichLo1
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JUL 17, 10:57 PM
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I agree most new clamps are junk. But I also come from the place where if a bolt or nut goes through 1 winter it needs to be replaced when removed.
If they are rusty replace them, they are wear items IMO.
EDIT: Stainless worm-drive clamps are ok for new soft rubber when you're planning on flushing coolant after a winter or something when you need to re-use them after some corrosion time. Otherwise if your fine with set it and forget it, just get the cheap ones and replace them when needed. If you want to remove them 30 years from now and re-use them then there are aviation grade stainless clamps that are fantastic but the price follows performance.[This message has been edited by RichLo1 (edited 07-17-2023).]
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cyrus88
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JUL 17, 10:58 PM
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I use constant tension clamps from Belmetric on all my 1-1/4" hoses. They are reasonably priced and work very well.
SKU: CTC44BAND12
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theogre
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JUL 17, 11:09 PM
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Many car makers use this type of "spring clamp" too.
| quote | Originally posted by RichLo1:
I agree most new clamps are junk. But I also come from the place where if a bolt or nut goes through 1 winter it needs to be replaced when removed.
If they are rusty replace them, they are wear items IMO. |
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Southern car often can reuse many parts.
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sleek fiero
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JUL 18, 10:53 AM
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constant tension clamps are much less likely too overtighten and damage a hose. They are an absolute must if you use the expensive silicone hoses.
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richard in nc
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JUL 18, 06:03 PM
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i finally got the radiator out.the lower mount is bent and badly rusted.i looked on ebay,i don't know of any fieros in junk yards around here.
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