Anyone have tips on finding hose clamps? No not the stupid serrated/cut ones that rip hose. But smooth ID types, in bulk that don't cost through the roof.
GOOD Hose clamps are actual hard to find
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The ones you're wanting to avoid are called "worm gear" clamps. It sounds like you're describing "T-bolt clamps" as your item of choice. I was able to buy them in bags of 10, IIRC. Unfortunately, I can't recall where I bought them. At least knowing what they're called may help you find them...
P.S.: I know that you can get them at Fastenal, but there is probably a cheaper source nearby. I'd give Lowe's or Home Depot a try.
P.S.: I know that you can get them at Fastenal, but there is probably a cheaper source nearby. I'd give Lowe's or Home Depot a try.
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Originally Posted By: rshunter
The ones you're wanting to avoid are called "worm gear" clamps. It sounds like you're describing "T-bolt clamps" as your item of choice. I was able to buy them in bags of 10, IIRC. Unfortunately, I can't recall where I bought them. At least knowing what they're called may help you find them...
P.S.: I know that you can get them at Fastenal, but there is probably a cheaper source nearby. I'd give Lowe's or Home Depot a try.
Well yes of course they are called worm gear hose clamps, but as you know there are cut variety that everyone sells and so called "Euro-Seal" "Breeze" variety that don't have cuts - the worm gear engages parallel indentations. All the hose companies for whatever reason are discontinuing Dixon "Euro-Seal" "Breeze" clamps in 21-38mm.
The ones you're wanting to avoid are called "worm gear" clamps. It sounds like you're describing "T-bolt clamps" as your item of choice. I was able to buy them in bags of 10, IIRC. Unfortunately, I can't recall where I bought them. At least knowing what they're called may help you find them...
P.S.: I know that you can get them at Fastenal, but there is probably a cheaper source nearby. I'd give Lowe's or Home Depot a try.
Well yes of course they are called worm gear hose clamps, but as you know there are cut variety that everyone sells and so called "Euro-Seal" "Breeze" variety that don't have cuts - the worm gear engages parallel indentations. All the hose companies for whatever reason are discontinuing Dixon "Euro-Seal" "Breeze" clamps in 21-38mm.
McMaster -Carr has them in all sizes 
Originally Posted By: flacoman
McMaster -Carr has them in all sizes
Well, except the size we need and they are overpriced to boot.
McMaster -Carr has them in all sizes
Well, except the size we need and they are overpriced to boot.
Your not kidding pablo,a decent clamp is hard to find.
I go to the junk yards nearby and grab clamps,connectors and small odd ball hard to find stuff pretty regular.
I use the spring clamps on everything,the ones that are always a PITA with pliers.
This is an interesting video.
I go to the junk yards nearby and grab clamps,connectors and small odd ball hard to find stuff pretty regular.
I use the spring clamps on everything,the ones that are always a PITA with pliers.
This is an interesting video.
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I found these at jegs.
http://www.jegs.com/p/Gates/Gates-Power-Grip-Clamps/943359/10002/-1
I found these at jegs.
http://www.jegs.com/p/Gates/Gates-Power-Grip-Clamps/943359/10002/-1
Find a Wurth dealer and your problems are solved.
Originally Posted By: Pablo
Well yes of course they are called worm gear hose clamps, but as you know there are cut variety that everyone sells and so called "Euro-Seal" "Breeze" variety that don't have cuts - the worm gear engages parallel indentations. All the hose companies for whatever reason are discontinuing Dixon "Euro-Seal" "Breeze" clamps in 21-38mm.
I think it's all related to the growth in the use of spring clamps. They've proved themselves well in numerous applications and are far easier and cost-effective to produce. The necessity of using specialized pliers is also seen as a small trade-off for the speed of installation and consistent clamping force that they provide.
Well yes of course they are called worm gear hose clamps, but as you know there are cut variety that everyone sells and so called "Euro-Seal" "Breeze" variety that don't have cuts - the worm gear engages parallel indentations. All the hose companies for whatever reason are discontinuing Dixon "Euro-Seal" "Breeze" clamps in 21-38mm.
I think it's all related to the growth in the use of spring clamps. They've proved themselves well in numerous applications and are far easier and cost-effective to produce. The necessity of using specialized pliers is also seen as a small trade-off for the speed of installation and consistent clamping force that they provide.
Pablo,
I have good luck and decent prices with a company called Motion Industries. They have locations in Washington and will ship.
I have good luck and decent prices with a company called Motion Industries. They have locations in Washington and will ship.
Spring clamps are also an option.
So is a bit of sealer helping your clamp!
So is a bit of sealer helping your clamp!
No issue with clamp function, just need a reliable, lowest cost bulk source for the business. Don't want folks chewing up their Si hose. I wonder is spring clamps would work....hmm.....
http://www.sickbikeparts.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=22&products_id=83
http://www.sickbikeparts.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=22&products_id=83
take a look at a truck stop. they have all sizes of heavy duty clamps that need to last for a long haul.
Pinch clamps work pretty well.
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Find a Wurth dealer and your problems are solved.
For sure,you won't find any better hose clamps than Wurth.
Find a Wurth dealer and your problems are solved.
For sure,you won't find any better hose clamps than Wurth.
Oetiker stepless clamps work well. I like them because they clamp more evenly than worm drive clamps, don't damage what they're clamping, they're made out of stainless steel and have a lower profile when installed. Just get the pliers for them (Knipex 1099i) and you're in business.
http://www.oetiker.com/content.asp?l=4&idNavig=25
http://www.oetiker.com/content.asp?l=4&idNavig=25
We pay closer to $1.25 each, but that looks like a better clamp! I haven't tried Rock.
The Gates PowerGrip states they are for coolant use only. Do a google search and there are a few instances of them slipping off.
Pablo - have you looked at fuel line clamps? I think napa's website lists them.
But i think you are looking for the "Constant Torque" Clamps
Pablo - have you looked at fuel line clamps? I think napa's website lists them.
But i think you are looking for the "Constant Torque" Clamps
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I found these at jegs.
http://www.jegs.com/p/Gates/Gates-Power-Grip-Clamps/943359/10002/-1
Trav, can those be re-uesd?? (One of the reasons I've never tried them.)
Jegs also has their own brand of stainless T-bolt clamps for much less $$$ than Vibrant's or others, which I am going to try at this next hose change.
There is also a Swedish company called Aba (don't laugh!) which makes the stainless worm gear-type clamps without the serration holes, just the indentations for the worm gear to grab.
But I have found that these tend to strip out and slip at VERY low torque application.
To late to edit.
I found these at jegs.
http://www.jegs.com/p/Gates/Gates-Power-Grip-Clamps/943359/10002/-1
Trav, can those be re-uesd?? (One of the reasons I've never tried them.)
Jegs also has their own brand of stainless T-bolt clamps for much less $$$ than Vibrant's or others, which I am going to try at this next hose change.
There is also a Swedish company called Aba (don't laugh!) which makes the stainless worm gear-type clamps without the serration holes, just the indentations for the worm gear to grab.
But I have found that these tend to strip out and slip at VERY low torque application.
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