1wonton Posted April 26, 2022 Share Posted April 26, 2022 Most hose clamps I find today have a wedge-shaped slot for the screwdriver and are kind of difficult to keep the screwdriver in place. I used to see clamps with a slot enclosed with a little ring, keeping the slotted scredriver in place. Anyone know of or suggest another type of hose clamp that makes it easier to keep the driver in place when tightening? ron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexRiv_63 Posted April 26, 2022 Share Posted April 26, 2022 I've found that using a screwdriver on any style clamp is usually asking for trouble, I use a 1/4" drive socket and ratchet. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1wonton Posted April 26, 2022 Author Share Posted April 26, 2022 Yes, I agree but more often than not one would not have an appropriate socket and extension while do work while on the road. A screwdriver is usually handy and I was wondering if people here had knowledge of a better type of hose clamp than the usual cheaply constructed clamps now available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
30DodgePanel Posted April 27, 2022 Share Posted April 27, 2022 16 hours ago, 1wonton said: Yes, I agree but more often than not one would not have an appropriate socket and extension while do work while on the road. A screwdriver is usually handy and I was wondering if people here had knowledge of a better type of hose clamp than the usual cheaply constructed clamps now available. Are these what you're looking for? Note the website and ph# Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
31 LaSalle Posted April 27, 2022 Share Posted April 27, 2022 stainless steel t bolt clamps wider than standard clamps and use hex head for tightening very substantial clamp available here in uk dont know if available where you are Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1wonton Posted April 27, 2022 Author Share Posted April 27, 2022 Thanks everyone but still looking for better hose clamps. There used to be clamps that had an encirclement around the slot so that your screwdriver was securely located within. The screwdirver wouldn't slip off to the side when approaching at a less than 90 degree angle. Most of the clamps I find today are cheaply made of thinner material and are barely adequate for the job. Yes, I know of the t-slot and hex-head types but just looking for a better slotted type clamp. America is now not the country I grew up in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTR Posted April 27, 2022 Share Posted April 27, 2022 (edited) There are countless different hose clamps and countless different applications from them. Choose accordingly. Besides, and I assume you all know this, the leakage and/or problem, if one exists, may not be caused or cured by the clamps … Edited April 27, 2022 by TTR (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Layden B Posted April 27, 2022 Share Posted April 27, 2022 Just be careful in selecting clamps that are rated for the vibration of vehicles. Some worm screw all stainless clamps will ready loosen under vibration. Don't ask me how I know! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1wonton Posted April 27, 2022 Author Share Posted April 27, 2022 I found some Ideal Combo-Hex clamps which are similar to what I was looking for. The collar prevents the screwdriver from slipping off the head, a very good design. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
30DodgePanel Posted April 28, 2022 Share Posted April 28, 2022 15 hours ago, 1wonton said: I found some Ideal Combo-Hex clamps which are similar to what I was looking for. The collar prevents the screwdriver from slipping off the head, a very good design. Care to share a photo? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PartsAncient Posted April 28, 2022 Share Posted April 28, 2022 I really enjoy all of the wisdom and philosophy I find in your comments. I use only original brass Sherman slotted round head screw clamps...not a problem! We work exclusively on pre 1920 motor vehicles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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