[mlnielsen]

I just found another source for the previously posted Shrink-to-fit coolant hose clamps. McMaster-Carr!! I just love thumbing thru that catalog. I should keep a copy in my bathroom...

 

[Guest]

Hey Mark,
Do you know anyone who has used them yet? Just curious if one trusts that they heated them up enough to make a good clamp.

 

[mlnielsen]

There's at least one VMFer using them.

For more info, call McMaster-Carr at 630-782-3800.

 

[CantedValve]

GT350Clone is using them... he got his at NAPA. He loves them! I am gonna get a set real quick here after I get my coolant filter and new radiator.

 

[kketell]

I may have to give those a try. They have got to look better than the stainless straps. I bet they'd fit better under the braid covers for people using those.

Take a look at this. Instructions on how to use the clamps from Popular Mechanics. They make them sound like really good stuff.

 

[mlnielsen]

The McMaster-Carr page also has a link to their installation instructions.

PM does seem to prefer this type of shrink clamp over the alternates. McMaster-Carr also has the hose clamps with a tensioning spring to keep things under pressure even when cold.