Clic & Clic-R Hose Clamp Pliers | SVTP Tool-Tech

[SID297]

Clic & Clic-R Hose Clamp Pliers | SVTP Tool-Tech

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Sometimes you just have to go out and buy a new tool. That’s the position I found myself in when I had to re-plumb the fuel systems in a boat a while back. The old lines were rock hard and rotten, so they were definitely due for replacement. The owner wanted to use crimp clamps, instead of work gear style ones, to lessen the chance of something loosening up later on down the road (waterway???). Not only that Clic / Clic-R style clamps just look more professional, and are the industry standard on items like CV Shaft Boots.

Since I mostly just scab in fuel systems on trucks that should probably be in a junk yard, I didn’t have the proper set of pliers to crimp Clic clamps. So in about 30 seconds I picked out a set on Amazon that looked decent and cost just a few dollars. I just needed something to get the job done, but these little forged pliers ended up being surprisingly stout. Usage-wise they did exactly what I asked of them. Long term I imagine they’ll hold up (as long as they are kept dry/lubed to prevent rust) and I’m sure I’ll find more uses for them. If you’re looking for a way to church up your hose connections these out:

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Side note – the actual brand I bought is no longer sold on Amazon but there are about 10 different versions of the exact same time tool sold under different brand names.

Clic & Clic-R Hose Clamp Pliers - https://amzn.to/4piQ2sn

-SID297

 

[CobraBob]

They do look stout, Travis. I'm sure your video and photos will entice a few members to try one out themselves.

 

[P49Y-CY]

cool. right now i've got the front end apart on my terminator for the first time, and it looks like those type of clamps are used on the steering rack bellows and also the dust shields near the top of the struts.

 

[SID297]

They do look stout, Travis. I'm sure your video and photos will entice a few members to try one out themselves.

They get the job done Bob.

cool. right now i've got the front end apart on my terminator for the first time, and it looks like those type of clamps are used on the steering rack bellows and also the dust shields near the top of the struts.

Those style clamps are used on lots of stuff. Replacing them properly sure beats using metal zip ties, which I have done in the past.

 

[03cobra#694]

I like the idea of using this type of clamp for certain applications. Where are you getting the clamps themselves?

 

[SID297]

I like the idea of using this type of clamp for certain applications. Where are you getting the clamps themselves?

There's a ton of diffent assortments one Amazon:

https://amzn.to/4rtNbOC

https://amzn.to/4tgu0ta

https://amzn.to/4qVfzJt

 

[03cobra#694]

There's a ton of diffent assortments one Amazon:

https://amzn.to/4rtNbOC

https://amzn.to/4tgu0ta

https://amzn.to/4qVfzJt

Great, more Amazon deliveries. My wife will be proud.
Side note, I bought a new 25' telescoping flagpole the other day, and the same thing was actually cheaper by quite a bit that Amazon.

20' or 25' Delta TELESCOPING Flagpole (Silver)

Service First Flagpoles are protected by multiple US and Foreign patents, patents pending and/or trademarks. About the Flagpole: Easy, Do-it-yourself, Service First Flagpole kits. Built to withstand 100 MPH WIND! Set up in minutes! (installation takes approximately 35-45 minutes!) FEATURING...

servicefirstproducts.com

 

[RX1Cobra]

I had an issue with the clamp coming loose on my snowmobiles fuel rail. I bought the Knipex version of these for around 30 bucks. They worked better for me since the rail was in a tight spot the Knipex have front and side clamps.

https://www.knipex-tools.com/products/specialty-pliers-and-accessories/ear-clamp-pliers/ear-clamp-pliers/1099I220

 

[wizbangdoodle]

Great, more Amazon deliveries. My wife will be proud.
Side note, I bought a new 25' telescoping flagpole the other day, and the same thing was actually cheaper by quite a bit that Amazon.

20' or 25' Delta TELESCOPING Flagpole (Silver)

Service First Flagpoles are protected by multiple US and Foreign patents, patents pending and/or trademarks. About the Flagpole: Easy, Do-it-yourself, Service First Flagpole kits. Built to withstand 100 MPH WIND! Set up in minutes! (installation takes approximately 35-45 minutes!) FEATURING...

servicefirstproducts.com

Brad, you'll have to let me know how that flagpole turns out and how you anchored it.

I've had a set of these pliers for quite awhile now. Used them in a few spots when putting in the pex for my heated floor. Also work great as mentioned for fuel and cooling lines. Looks cleaner.

 

[specracer]

Are these not called Oeitker clamps? Ive got the plier type and the ratcheting type. Great constant pressure clamp. Only tough part, they are pretty precise, you have to have the correct sized clamp, and not much wiggle room.

Oetiker | Products

www.oetiker.com

 

[03cobra#694]

Brad, you'll have to let me know how that flagpole turns out and how you anchored it.

I've had a set of these pliers for quite awhile now. Used them in a few spots when putting in the pex for my heated floor. Also work great as mentioned for fuel and cooling lines. Looks cleaner.

I will Shawn, it gets here Friday. It'll be a little till I get over to Home Desperate for concrete and some rebar. I ordered the halyard kit, so I didn't have to drop the pole to change/add a flag. It comes with a sleeve that goes into the concrete base. It's the heaviest gauge metal I could find at 11 gauge aluminum. My neighbor down the road has one and hasn't had any issues. He puts it down for hurricanes. FYI, Amazon has them, put it was cheaper getting it direct from Service First.

 

[Canuck03SVT]

I had to replace a hose for an outdoor spigot, and the clamps I used required that tool. I had never seen it before either.

Fortunately I had it kicking around because Deatschwerks fuel pumps use those type of clamps to secure the fuel tube.

 

[SID297]

I had to replace a hose for an outdoor spigot, and the clamps I used required that tool. I had never seen it before either.

Fortunately I had it kicking around because Deatschwerks fuel pumps use those type of clamps to secure the fuel tube.

That looks like a higher end one that multiply the force you place on the handles. Much easier to work with if you have the work space to use them.