Hose clamps

[1wonton]

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?

 

 

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[TexRiv_63]

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.

[1wonton]

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.

[30DodgePanel]

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.

 

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[31 LaSalle]

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 

[1wonton]

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.

[TTR]

 

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)

[Layden B]

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!

[1wonton]

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.

[30DodgePanel]

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? 

[PartsAncient]

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

[1wonton]