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Is there a tool for getting at the factory radiator and heater hose clamps on a Ford - Mercury engine?
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∙ 14y ago
For anyone working on a car's cooling system, you MUST check out the MUST-HAVE tool for dealing with those factory-installed spring-type hose clamps!!
This tool has a pinching device on the end to securely grab the 'ears' on the hose clamp - squeeze the handle to open the clamp, and then automatically lock it open.
The next awesome feature of this tool: the clamping action is on the end of a cable - you work it down to the clamp buried down underneath, or directly next to some part of the engine - minimal clearance required.
You'll come to love those previously 'cursed' clamps - at least I did
The very very best $40 you will ever invest into your tool collection!
Sears makes one - check it out at a local store and link below.
I've also seen them at Autozone, but can't find a link - they were also a little under $40
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